2 Illinois Drive-Ins Ranked Among Best in the U.S.

When I was a kid, I would go to the drive-in more than I would go to a movie theatre. There was just something about grabbing a blanket, sitting by the car (’cause you had to be able to hear the movie), getting your movie snacks, and watching movies under the stars.

2 Illinois Drive-Ins Ranked Among Best in the U.S.

USA Today thinks drive-ins are a movie-watching experience everyone should experience at least once in their life. They gathered a list of the best drive-in theatres in the nation, and two Illinois theatres made the top ten, and to make things even sweeter, they made the top three best locations.

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Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In Theatre

Located in Gibson City, Illinois, this theatre has been open for over 70 years and is a staple in Central Illinois. You can get your usual snacks like popcorn, candy, and soda, but this concession stand also offers "real" food such as hot dogs and hamburgers.

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When closed for the season,  Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In opens to the public for Easter egg hunts, kids’ carnivals, and retro luaus. This theatre came in at number three on the list for best drive-in theatres.

Skyview Drive-In

You’ll find the number one drive-in theatre in the nation in Belleville, Illinois. Since 1949, this theatre has been open to the public, showing the best in movies year after year. The venue also hosts film festivals, live music, and special movie nights with the big man in red...Santa