Shankweiler’s
Drive-In Theatre
AMERICA’S OLDEST Drive-In
Shankweiler's Drive-In, established in 1934, is the oldest operating drive-in theater in the world. For over 90 years, it has delighted audiences with double features on its large outdoor screen.
Located in the Lehigh Valley, Orefield, Pennsylvania, just off Route 309.
NOW SHOWING
Thursday - Sunday,
December 4 - 7
This week, join us for the drive-in premiere of FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2! Our eerie animatronic friends stomp their way back onto the big screen under the stars in this anticipated sequel to last year’s fall favorite. Based on the cult video game series, FNAF delivers a blend of nostalgic scares and Blumhouse flair in this fresh new cinematic franchise. Our cofeature will be another recent sequel to a past-season fan favorite, BLACK PHONE 2! It’s a double feature of chilling thrills at the drive-in!
PLEASE NOTE: Saturday's schedule is different due to our Holiday Matinee.Our Schedule December 4, 5, & 7:
6:00pm – Gates open
7:00pm – Five Nights at Freddy's 2 – PG13
9:00pm – Black Phone 2 – PG13
Our Schedule on Saturday, December 6:
7:30pm – Gates open
8:30pm – Five Nights at Freddy's 2 – PG13
10:30pm – Black Phone 2 – PG13
Sunday's movies will feature Open Captions!
The theater is open rain, snow, or shine.
Wednesday, December 3
On Wednesday, December 3, Shankweiler's presents the drive-in premiere of PENNSYLVANIA MOVIE, a psychological thriller that was shot and produced locally in the Philadelphia area and has gained a following on TikTok for its grassroots DIY production style. Filmmaker Michael DiMonte writes, directs, and stars in the micro-budget feature, showcasing the tenacity and dedication of today's indie filmmakers.
About Pennsylvania Movie: During the COVID-19 lockdown, a man retreats to his family's Pennsylvania vacation home, where he rediscovers his old filmmaking gear and sets out to direct a film. Unbeknownst to him, someone else is watching
Our schedule on Wednesday, December 3:
6:00pm – Gates open
7:00pm – Pennsylvania Movie – NR
The theater is open rain, snow, or shine.
Saturday, December 6
On Saturday, December 6, our Holiday Matinee series kicks off with the cult Christmas classic, GREMLINS! This quirky, fun, and occasionally macabre holiday romp treads a very unique line between wholesome family fun and dark comedy, a balancing act that can only be achieved by the 80s movie maestro, Joe Dante!
Our Matinee Schedule on 12/6:
4:00pm – Gates open
5:00pm – Gremlins – PG
The theater is open rain, snow, or shine.
Sunday, December 7
Sunday, December 7: Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theatre teams up with our friends and neighbors at Crooked Row Farm for a winter edition of our new Farm & Food Festival, celebrating the diverse and delicious foods of the Lehigh Valley!
Join us as we bring together local growers, food trucks, prepared food vendors, and food-adjacent retail vendors in this celebration of food and community! This event will run from 10am to 3pm.
