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Gates open at 4:30 pm.
We will start welcoming guests at 4:30 pm. For the enjoyment of all movie goers, all guests must be checked in by 5:15 pm.
We understand it can be hard to get everyone organized. We want to protect everyone's experience - therefore, any car that is not checked in by 5:15 pm will not be able to attend; we will not process refunds.
The good news is if you are late and cannot attend, you will still be giving to great local non-profits.
GENERAL POLICIES
By attending the event, you agree to follow these critical policies for the safety of the event staff, the market staff, and your fellow movie-goers. Alexandria Drive-In has the right to remove any vehicle from the event who does not follow these policies.
- Ticket price applies to each car.
- No refunds or exchanges. If you cannot use your reservation, we recommend giving it to a friend to use.
- No walk-up, motorcycles or bike-in guests. All attendees must arrive in an enclosed motor vehicle, and must remain inside the vehicle at all times, except to use the restrooms. We do have limited parking spaces available for people to park backwards and be in their minivan or pickup truck bed, as long as their hatchback does not block other peoples views.
- You must remove any trash you bring in or create during the film. There are no public waste receptacles available.
In case of an emergency, you will be directed to an appropriate exit by parking lot staff. Please stay inside your vehicles.
AT THE CHECK-IN GATE
- All guests, including the driver and each passenger, must wear a mask when checking in.
- Please have your ticket ready for scanning.
- At check-in, you will receive a flier with information about the Drive-In, including food ordering procedures, restroom procedures, and other important information.
- All films are broadcast to your car’s FM radio. Please be aware of how to put your car in Accessory mode, engine idling is prohibited. If your car is not equipped with a radio, we recommended bringing one. The FM signal cannot be tuned into using a smartphone. There are no loudspeakers.
- Our Command Center has several FM radios to lend.
- All films are also shown with Open Captions.
PARKING POLICIES
- MOST VEHICLES FACE FORWARD. Due to our parking lot arrangement, no vehicle may back into a space, except for limited spaces on the back rows.
- Recreational vehicles, commercial trucks or any nonstandard size vehicles may not enter.
- All passengers need to be inside the car to enter. Guests may not have friends or family members in a truck bed, trailer, or any vehicle with more than 2 axles.
- The decision to direct your car to a specific space is at the discretion of the lot staff. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your removal from the event.
- Once parked, you may not drive away until instructed by event staff.
- FOR SAFETY REASONS, NO CARS WILL BE ADMITTED AFTER THE LOT IS CLOSED. Lot open/close times are posted on the ticketing website and in your confirmation email. We suggest arriving early for spaces closest to the screen.
- ONCE PARKED, YOU MUST STAY IN YOUR CAR. All guests must stay inside the vehicle at all times. There is no picnicking on the grounds, nor on your car’s roof, hood, tor trunk. The only reason to leave your vehicle is to use the restroom.
- NO ENGINE IDLING. Because we park cars closely together, your engine exhaust will affect the safety of others. You may start your engine periodically to keep the battery fresh, but for no more than a few minute.
WEATHER POLICIES
- Tickets sales are not refundable and rain dates may or may not be avallable.
- While the film is running, in the event of light rain, the film will continue.
- In the event of a thunderstorm, event staff will decide whether to continue or cancel the event. Cars will be allowed to exit the lot when it is safe to do so, and only under the direction of Drive-In staff.
FOOD ORDERING PROCEDURES
- Food ordering is via App; instructions are on your welcome bag.
- You will be texted when your order is ready. (As of 10/14, we are still looking for bike couriers). You may be picking up your food order when complete.
RESTROOM PROCEDURE
- Portable toilets are available towards the side of the lot.
- Please line up as directed using the socially-distancing. Our restroom attendants will let the next guest know when a stall is open.
- You must wear a mask or face covering to use the restroom.
- When outside your vehicle en route to the restroom, please be respectful of others’ space. Stay at least 6’ away from others.
- After each use, the stalls and sinks are wiped down by the custodial staff.
- Please return to your vehicle using proper social distancing protocols.