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Seasonal Verified Oct 19, 2026

West Wind El Rancho Drive-In

Drive-in movie theater in Sparks, Nevada · serving the Reno area

Screens
4
Admission
$10 adults · $2 kids
Gates open
At dusk
Outside food
With permit
Season
Seasonal

About West Wind El Rancho Drive-In

West Wind El Rancho Drive-In is in Sparks, a few miles east of downtown Reno, and it is the only drive-in in northern Nevada. It runs four screens of first-run movies, and West Wind sells tickets online ahead of time.

Good to know

Food
Outside food and drinks are allowed. Concession stand on site.Outside food and drinks permitted; no grills or BBQs.
Payment
Credit card, Debit card or cash
  • Restrooms
  • Double Features
  • Swap Meet

Questions about West Wind El Rancho Drive-In

How much does West Wind El Rancho Drive-In cost?

Admission is $10 adults · $2 kids. Children 4 and under free. Tuesday family night is $7.50 per person.

Can you bring outside food to West Wind El Rancho Drive-In?

Yes, outside food is allowed. Outside food and drinks permitted; no grills or BBQs.

What time do the gates open at West Wind El Rancho Drive-In?

Gates open at At dusk. Movies start at dusk.

Is West Wind El Rancho Drive-In open year-round?

No, it's a seasonal drive-in.

What payment does West Wind El Rancho Drive-In accept?

Credit card, Debit card or cash.

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