Busselton Drive-In

Sep 23rd 2011, 09:00 by Mandalay | Posted in Guest Stories

The Busselton Drive-In has re-opened its gates after being closed for winter.

The Busselton Drive-In is WA’s only remaining country Drive-In and was one of many built in the late 50’s and early 60’s.

 There were over 80 in Western Australia at their peak, as Drive-Ins were very popular. However, there is now less than a handful left.  Their motto of “Come as you are in the family car!”makes for a fun night out for all ages! Adults will enjoy the nostalgia of yesteryear while children can burn off some energy on the play equipment before the show begins.

 The Busselton Drive-In Outdoor Cinema is heritage listed and features include: Great blockbuster movie doubles. The huge screen measures approximately 22 metres wide and 20 metres high.  Tune your car radio in for superb in car sound, or use the traditional in car speakers. The snack bar is also open every screening!

 The Busselton Shire has heritage listed the Drive-In because of its social significance and the fact there are very few Drive-Ins left. The Busselton Drive-In has operated every year since opening and only closes in winter for 2 or 3 months.

 

The blockbusters screen in double features, and during October they include; 

• Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows with The Hangover Part 2
• Kung Fu Panda with Transformers
• Cars 2 with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
• Mr. Popper’s Penguins with Rise of the Planet of the Apes

 The gates open at 7:00pm with the first movie beginning at 7:30pm.  The line of cars has been known to stretch from the front gate along the highway so it’s important to get there early to get the best park!  Admission is $15.00 per adult and $8.00 for children.  The drive-in less than 1km away from Mandalay so is close by for a fun night out!

Why not check out http://www.busseltondrive-in.com.au/ for more details.