Drive-In Theaters in Iowa
Our directory lists 4 operating drive-ins in Iowa — 1 year-round and 3 seasonal — plus 3 closed drive-ins we remember.
Operating drive-ins in Iowa
- Blue Grass Drive-In — Blue Grass · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 2014 · 4 screens
- 61 Drive-In — Delmar · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
- Valle Drive-In — Newton · Active · Est. 1948 · 1 screen
- Superior 71 Drive-In — Spirit Lake · Active (Seasonal) · Est. 2008 · 2 screens
Lost drive-ins in Iowa
These Iowa drive-ins have closed. Their pages keep photos and memories; see all lost drive-ins.
- Capitol Drive-In — Des Moines · Closed · Closed 1985 · Est. 1952 · 1 screen
- Highway 18 Drive-In — Jefferson · Closed · Closed 1985 · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
- Plantation Drive-In — West Des Moines · Closed · Closed 1986 · Est. 1950 · 1 screen
Frequently asked questions
How many drive-in theaters are in Iowa?
Our directory lists 4 operating drive-in theaters in Iowa (1 open year-round, 3 seasonal) and 3 that have closed.
What is the oldest drive-in still operating in Iowa?
The Valle Drive-In in Newton, which opened in 1948.
Which Iowa drive-in has the most screens?
The Blue Grass Drive-In in Blue Grass, with 4 screens.
Where can I add or correct an Iowa drive-in?
Use our submission form to add a drive-in, or open any IA theater page and use its "Report an issue with this listing" link to send a correction.