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Drive-In Theaters Near Twin Cities

2 drive-ins within 80 miles of Twin Cities, closest first.

28 mito the closest
$9 to $10adult admission

Elko Drive-In Theater in Elko New Market is the Twin Cities' home drive-in, about 30 minutes south of Minneapolis on I-35. It runs a single screen with double features on weekends through the summer season.

Starlite Drive-In in Litchfield is about 70 miles west, a longer drive but worth it for a weekend outing. The Long Drive-In in Long Prairie is farther northwest. Minnesota drive-ins run a short season, usually May through September.

Closest drive-ins to Twin Cities

Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Twin Cities. Driving distance is usually longer.

Questions about drive-ins near Twin Cities

What is the closest drive-in theater to Twin Cities?
Elko Drive-In in Elko New Market, Minnesota is the closest operating drive-in, about 28 miles from downtown Twin Cities in a straight line.
How many drive-ins are near Twin Cities?
2 operating drive-ins are within 80 miles of Twin Cities, and 1 of them is within 45 miles.
How much does a drive-in near Twin Cities cost?
Adult admission at drive-ins near Twin Cities runs $9 to $10 per person, based on the prices we have on file. Most charge less for kids, and many include a double feature in one ticket.
Are drive-ins near Twin Cities open all year?
No. All 2 drive-ins near Twin Cities are seasonal, typically running spring through fall. Check each theater's website or Facebook page for this season's dates.
What radio station do I tune to?
Each drive-in broadcasts its own FM signal. Near Twin Cities you'll tune to 89.1 or 90.5 FM, depending on the theater. The exact frequency is on each theater's page.

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