Summer is almost here, which means one thing: cinema under the stars.
For a romantic date night activity — like a scene out of your favorite rom-com — or a fun time with friends, we’ve got you covered with five outdoor movie theaters that will have you feeling like the star in your own motion picture.
Sauerbeck Family Drive-In
Current flicks, like “Lilo and Stitch,” “How to Train Your Dragon,” and “Jurassic World Rebirth” play most days, plus there are throwback features on Retro Wednesdays. The theater also offers online concession ordering — you can place an order days in advance to make day-of pickup easy breezy.
- Location: 3210 D.W. Griffith Ln., La Grange, KY
- Open: 8:15 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 8:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
- Coming up: “Lilo and Stitch”
- Ticket prices: $11 per adult, $6 per child; $6 per person on Bargain Tuesday, $15 per carload on Retro Wednesdays.
Georgetown Drive-In
There’s a playground for the kiddos + children ages 5 and under get in free. Admission is cash only, but the concession stand takes cards. Sign up for the drive-in’s mailing list to stay on top of upcoming shows.
- Location: 8200 IN-64, Georgetown, IN
- Open: Times vary based on movies playing
- Coming up: Pets normally aren’t allowed, but the theater “goes to the dogs” on select nights during the summer when your pooch can come — keep an eye on social media for upcoming dates.
- Ticket prices: $12 per adult, $6 per child
Cinema Safari at the Louisville Zoo
Listen to the nighttime sounds of the animals as you watch family-friendly movies on a giant inflatable screen. Concessions will be available for purchase, but bring your own chair or blanket for the showing.
- Location: Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way
- Open: Friday, August 11, and Friday, September 1
- Coming up: “Inside Out 2" + “Wicked”
- Ticket prices: Free for zoo members; $5 for non-members plus parking fee
Legend at Pope Lick Free Movies
Monthly movies are shown on a 40-ft screen with a concession stand on site, serving up everything from bratwursts to mini donuts. The event also features West Sixth beer.
- Location: Pope Lick Park, 4002 S. Pope Lick Rd.
- Open: Various dates through September
- Coming up: “The Great Outdoors” + “Predator”
- Ticket prices: Free
Downtown Drive-In
Bring a blanket or chair and watch movies projected via the Louisville Downtown Partnership’s CineBus. Snacks and refreshments are available from local vendors like Froggy’s Popcorn and Please + Thank You
- Location: Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd.
- Open: Various dates through October
- Coming up: “Happy Gilmore” + “Pretty in Pink”
- Ticket prices: Free
