The Long Drive-In Theatre in Long Prairie (in central MN) is opening for the season on April 18th! See what’s new for the 2025 season.
Yes this winter was long, just when we thought it was warm it came back again! Finally… we are seeing signs of SPRING and we have something we can look forward to.
Spring of course means one of our places has an opening date! It’s almost time for the seasonal opening of the Long Drive In.
Located near Long Prairie in central MN it’s a favorite for many. They’ve been a favorite summer destination for central MN since opening in 1956.
The 2025 opening has just been announced– April 18th and 19th!
For the up-to-date opening info, contests and weather announcements check their FB page. Also it looks like RV and Tent stay overs will again be available with self check-in this season. Link will be provided on their website when they have the site ready.
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Please remember the drive-in is a small business and as there are not very many drive-in’s are still operating, please be respectful of their rules and guidelines.
- Cash or check preferred. We do accept Credit cards for an additional $1 transaction fee.
- Stay under the 5 mph speed limit. Children are at play.
- Because children are at play, NO GLASS BOTTLES or containers of any kind are allowed on our lot.
- RV’s & TRAILERS MUST ENTER THROUGH EXIT! Your RV/camper will not fit through the entrance.
- Outside food is NOT allowed. We have a full service concessions that is open all night. Up to 80% of the ticket sales goes immediately back to the studios. The concessions are how we keep our doors open for you to enjoy!
- Know how to TURN YOUR LIGHTS OFF manually. This includes pickup truck cargo lights so they are not turning off and on throughout the night.
- PETS are always welcome as long as they are not disturbing anyone and YOU MUST clean up after them. Also, please have them leashed in respect for other movie goers as well as your pets safety. They are not allowed in concessions unless they are a service animal.
- Don’t try to sneak in. You will PAY DOUBLE admission when caught. ($16.00) Hold onto your ticket as we can ask for it as proof of admission.
- Watch where you park and be wary of other drivers. Our management cannot be held responsible for damage to your vehicle.
- There is NO refund if you leave early.
- Lastly, remember other viewers are trying to enjoy the movie. Please be respectful, keep your vehicle lights off, and keep noise down.
A little more information about the Long Drive-In
Welcome to The Long Drive-In Theatre! We have been a favorite summer destination for central MN since opening in 1956. Generations of theater-goers have had the opportunity to enjoy movies under the stars from the comfort of their car, lawn chair, or blanket.
Enter the Drive-In before nightfall to ensure you catch entire movie. 2nd movie follows the first after a brief intermission for snacks. Please see “movies & menu” tab for concession prices. We do NOT close due to rain.
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Kristi is married with twin daughters. She grew up on a small dairy farm, but now lives in the south metro area. She enjoys finding free or thrifty things to do whether they are outings close to home or last minute adventures to far-away places.
Kristi can also be found enjoying estate sales, attempting to garden, volunteering in the wetlands or a favorite thrift store, or maybe just enjoying a good play in one of the many theatre venues in the area.
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