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Minnesota Drive-In Movie Theaters

updated for 2024

By Jodi Lorence, Macaroni Kid Publisher May 13, 2024

Attending a drive-in movie is one of many fond memories from my childhood and with my own children. So many fun experiences and if you have never been to one I highly recommend it. Take a little adventure to a drive-in movie theater. This summer it is almost a necessity to find some alternatives to being in groups of people to make memories with your family. I have put together a list of Drive-In Movie Theaters in Minnesota. What a great time to social distance your family from others by sitting out in the fresh air while watching a movie or two. Click on each theater to go to their website for more detailed information and also to see what movies are showing. Have fun! If you know of any others I would love to add them to the list. Email them to me at jodil@macaronikid.com. Have fun and stay healthy!


Vali-Hi Drive-In

Address: 11260 Hudson Blvd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Phone: (651) 436-7464


Starlite Drive-In Theater

Address: 28264 MN-22, Litchfield, MN 55355
Phone: (320) 693-6990

Info: They accept Cash, Checks or Credit at the Box-Office and Concession Stand, Your ticket allows you to watch only the double feature combination on the screen printed on your ticket.  Switching screens is prohibited by the studios and will be strictly enforced., Cost: Adults 13 and Over $9.00, Kids 5 – 12 $5.00 and Kids 4 and Under are free. 


Long Drive-In Theatre

Address: 24257 Riverside Dr, Long Prairie, MN 56347
Phone: (320) 732-3142

Info: Facebook page, We do NOT close due to rain. To ensure if we are open or closed, call (320) 732-3142., PRICE includes both movies! Adults: $8.00 **6-11: $5.00 **5 and under: Free, Price includes both movies but you may come for for either movie individually.


Elko Speedway & Drive-in Theater

Address: 26350 France Ave, Elko New Market, MN 55020
Phone: (952) 461-7223

Info: Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-12, and free for kids 3 and under.  Saturday: Movie tickets go on sale at 9pm and the movie will start approximately 20 minutes after the final race event at the Speedway. Movies take place in rain or shine. 


Verne Drive In Theatre

Address: 1607 S Kniss Ave, Luverne, MN 56156
Phone: (507) 283-0007

Info: $8 Tickets Ages 6+, Check their FACEBOOK PAGE for approximate opening times each week.


Sky-Vu Drive In

Address: 34032-34998 MN-1, Warren, MN 56762
Phone: (218) 201-0329

Info: Admission: Adults: $10.00 / Kids: $8.00 (under 2 yrs = FREE) 

 We accept CASH or CREDIT, Showtime: 9:15 pm, Facebook Page






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