Outdoor movies are a summer tradition in Raleigh, Durham Chapel Hill, and beyond. The summer of 2020, obviously, was not a normal summer.
However, there are still lots of chances to catch a movie outdoors. Drive-in movies are experiencing a resurgence. Permanent drive-in theaters, like Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre in Henderson, have exploded in popularity, and we’re starting to see pop-up drive-in movie theaters throughout the region, including at farms, churches, shopping centers and more.
The outdoor movies are continuing into the fall, with many scheduled all the way through October.
In addition, we’re seeing at least one movie theater, The Lumina, in Chapel Hill, that’s marked off “pods” with paint, to keep space between groups on the lawn.
Read on to see a day-by-day list of outdoor movies. This list will include both drive-in theaters and outdoor movies that enforce social distancing.
Take a look at the calendar and follow the links for details. In many cases tickets are selling out very quickly, so make sure to go ahead and order your tickets in advance.
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However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake. In addition, we can not guarantee that all events adhere to the safety measures that are necessary at this time, so we encourage you to ask any questions of the organizer, to make your best decision, and to stay safe.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
[…] If there is any good to be found in the pandemic (there really isn’t!) it might be the resurgence of drive-in and outdoor movies! Some are your traditional drive-in/car venues, while others are outdoor spaces in the grass with market off “spaces” maintaining safe physical distancing and some even involve watching a movie with baby goats! (I’m serious) Our friends over at Triangle On The Cheap have a great list of drive-in and outdoor movie options for you and your family. Of course, bringing food or ordering food on site makes it that much better! Check out their complete listing of options here. […]