The drive-in might seem like a relic from the days of poodle skirts and malted milkshakes but, in today's social distancing world, a trip to the drive-in is a cosy way to pass a night. You can see cinema under the stars at the following venues in Victoria.
Note: some venues may be closed or have limited availability during COVID lockdowns. Please check with the venue before making plans.
Lunar Drive-In Theatre
The
Lunar Drive-In Theatre (115 South Gippsland Highway, Dandenong) opened in 1956, approximately six months before television was introduced to Australia and more than 50 years later, it remains a popular source of cheap entertainment for families.
Australia's largest drive-in theatre offers four screens playing the latest Hollywood blockbusters. Lunar Drive-In Theatre is open every night of the year except Christmas and entry is $30 per carload ($25 on Monday to Wednesday). The Lunar Cafe is also open every night and offers hamburgers and other hot snacks.
For more information, you can read our review
here.
Village Coburg Drive-In
Village Coburg Drive-In (155 Newlands Road, Coburg North) offers a family-friendly night out, with children under 12 getting in for free and dogs welcome. New release blockbuster movies are screen through laser-powered projectors and sound is delivered through your car stereo.
If you're hungry, head over the to American-style diner for hamburgers, chilli dogs and fried chicken, or have something delivered straight to your car.
Dromana 3 Drive-In
Dromana 3 Drive-In (133 Nepean Highway, Dromana) is located on the Mornington Peninsula, approximately 50 kilometres south of Melbourne. In this picturesque setting, you can enjoy movies and event TV for $18 for adults and $12 for children. You can also bring your own deck chair or hire one for $3, and you will need to bring your own portable FM radio for sound.
See what our reviewer thought
here.
Mornington Peninsula is full of
amazing things to see and do, so why not go a little earlier and make a day or it?
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