Shankweiler's Drive-in Theatre

The new team at Shankweilers is starting off strong. Same great atmosphere, awesome buttered popcorn and concessions, and a solid showing of the new Black Panther movie. Excited to have this local institution staying as a drive in and will keep coming back!

The vehicle in front of us had their hatchback up during the move that was above their roofline. Per their rules, "D. Hatchbacks that extend above the roof line of the vehicle may need to be lowered to not exceed the height of the vehicle." We told the field personnel about the concern 3 times and finally a manager, Paul, comes out to talk to my Fiance and I. He comes up with this attitude and proceeds to tell us to sit in pack in our jeep (2 children seats and 3 adults) instead of sitting outside. About 75% of everyone was watching outside. He said the hatchback is level with the roof and said he can't do anything. He said if we're happy to get our money back. I told him I didn't like his tone from the get go and he walked away. We will not be back. Becky's Drive In is far better anyways.

The picture shows when the hatchback was down and when it was up during the movie.

Great drive in! The team running it does a great job and the concessions are delicious.

We were finally able to get into this place, during the pandemic and were able to watch Invisible Man and The Hunt.

It's such a cute idea! They have rows for cars and SUVs. There's a snack bar/concession stand where you can get fresh popped popcorn, pretzels, drinks, candy and other goodies. It's really cool that it syncs with your car radio or a regular radio - you just have to tune into the channel they tell you. You can't leave your car on though.

It is $10 per adult and $7 for children, but you can watch one or both of the movies offered. Many people bring coolers of foods and snacks, park their trucks/SUVs backwards and watch inside their trunk, on the flatbed or on chairs they bring.

Normally you would have to get there early, but during the pandemic, we got there WAAAAY too early, but on the bright side, had our pick of spots. There is also a restroom on site and it was overall a very fun time!

Looking forward to coming back again!

With very few drive-in theaters left, this one in a gem. $10 for adults and $7 for kids Dow a double feature. Five of us went to see Black Panther and The Empire Strikes Back. We left after the first feature because it was getting late but it was still a bargain.

The fresh popped popcorn was delicious and I think they use real butter. Unfortunately the hamburger upset my daughters stomach but that was the only negative. The concession staff was friendly and helpful. I even spoke with the owner who had a few things in common with me.

Great outdoor family fun.

Unfortunately our experience was not good, poor customer service, the screens are small compared to other drive-in we have visited in NY and other states. Very small place and only one movie option which may not be friendly for families.

Went Memorial Day for Top Gun Maverick! Awesome movie and apt weekend. We were visiting from city and had never gone to a drive in. It was a super cool experience!

This was a great experience. Oldest drive in theater in America. I went for the second movie. Took my kids had a great time. They even have a small area for snacks. Will come back.

Our favorite drive-in theater with a super large screen that's nice and visible from any parking spot you get. Great priced concessions, super reasonable and fair. They also allow outside food and drink but I'm always sure to support them and their concession stand even if I grab pizza or something from next door, Always gotta get my popcorn and soda! Also they use real butter too so it's even better. Make sure you get there before 8pm or you risk arriving at a sellout. They sold out meer minutes after our 8:05 arrival. They do not sell tickets online, only at the gate.

I went to see Black Widow and the experience was less than desired. The establishment was ok except for the small screen, as compared to Becky's. The people next to us was obnoxious, a guy smoking weed despite seeing me with an infant in my hands. His kids were loud and louder. There should be some patrolling especially when you can smell someone smoking an illegal drug in your establishment. For these reasons I am definitely going to Becky's first before thinking of returning to this drive-in.