Drive-In Theaters in Illinois
Our directory lists 7 operating drive-ins in Illinois — 4 year-round and 3 seasonal — plus 4 closed drive-ins we remember.
Operating drive-ins in Illinois
- Skyview Drive-In — Belleville · Active · Est. 1949 · 2 screens
- 34 Drive-In — Earlville · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 1954 · 1 screen
- Harvest Moon Twin — Gibson City · Active · Est. 1954 · 2 screens
- Skyview Drive-In — Litchfield · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
- McHenry Outdoor Theater — McHenry · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 1951 · 1 screen
- Route 66 Drive-In — Springfield · Active · Est. 2002 · 2 screens
- Midway Drive-In — Sterling · Active · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
Lost drive-ins in Illinois
These Illinois drive-ins have closed. Their pages keep photos and memories; see all lost drive-ins.
- River Oaks Drive-In — Calumet City · Closed · Closed 1999 · Est. 1951 · 2 screens
- Double Drive-In — Chicago · Closed · Closed 2001 · Est. 1951 · 2 screens
- Sky-Hi Drive-In — Chicago · Closed · Closed 1999 · Est. 1950 · 2 screens
- Miracle Drive-In — Rockford · Closed · Closed 1987 · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
Frequently asked questions
How many drive-in theaters are in Illinois?
Our directory lists 7 operating drive-in theaters in Illinois (4 open year-round, 3 seasonal) and 4 that have closed.
What is the oldest drive-in still operating in Illinois?
The Skyview Drive-In in Belleville, which opened in 1949.
Which Illinois drive-in has the most screens?
The Skyview Drive-In in Belleville, The Harvest Moon Twin in Gibson City and The Route 66 Drive-In in Springfield, with 2 screens.
Where can I add or correct an Illinois drive-in?
Use our submission form to add a drive-in, or open any IL theater page and use its "Report an issue with this listing" link to send a correction.