
Our family looks forward to summer nights at the drive-in each year. It’s a fun way to catch the latest flicks and spend time with friends and family. Below are a few tips to make the most of your drive-in experience:
- Arrive early. Check websites for start times. As the days get longer, the start times get later. We typically arrive at least an hour early to procure what we consider to be the perfect spot (second row, in the center. We used to sit up in the first row, but you’ll find a lot of families parked in the back move up front with chairs and blankets when the show begins).
- Bring bug spray. The Boulevard Drive-In has a fun playground for the kids to enjoy before the show begins, but it is in a grassy area and heavily populated by bugs.
- Check the food policy. Concessions are available, and at the Boulevard you are welcome to bring in food. Check with the particular theater before heading out and stock up on snacks on the way. Don't forget the paper towels and wet wipes.
- Bring chairs and blankets. The majority of the people backed in and opened up the rear of their cars for the kids while the adults sat in lawn chairs. Even though it was July, we brought a blanket "just in case." We were glad we had it.
- Go with friends. We made plans to attend with another family and arrived at the same time, so we were able to park next to each other. We happened to meet up with two other families. It was fun for us to have friends to talk to and fun for the girls to have friends to play with.
- Bring cards or a game. After playing on the playground for almost an hour, the kiddos were tired, but we still had some time to wait before the movie began. Luckily, the friends we were with brought Uno, and the girls played until the movie began.
Kansas City area drive-in theaters:
Boulevard Drive-In Where: 1051 Merriam Ln., Kansas City, KS Phone: 913.262.0392 B & B Twin Drive-In Where: 1320 N. 291 MO Hwy. & 291 E. Kentucky Rd., Independence, MO Phone: 816.257.2234