The Twilight Drive-In is a popular Fraser Valley landmark.
Despite rumours that the Twilight Drive-In is going out of business, the Fraser Valley’s outdoor big screen experience under the stars is back and better than ever.
Owner Jay Daulat, who runs the theatre — one of the only three Drive-In theatres left in B.C. — is thrilled to go digital, offering higher quality picture and sound for motoring moviegoers.
“The picture is superb — far better than on film,” said Daulat, who opened the Twilight Drive-In back in 2005. Previously, the Port Moody resident ran the Hillcrest Drive-In in Cloverdale for nine years.
As of tonight (Feb.22), Twilight Drive-In will be open Friday through Sunday (rain-or-shine) — it will run seven-days-a-week as of March 29.
And while there’s no doubt traditional indoor movie theatres have their perks, the drive-in provides a great bang for the buck as well as a truly unique experience under the stars. Where else can you go catch a flick in your PJs?
“It’s great value, especially for families because we run two shows a night for the same price as one show at a regular movie theatre,” said Daulat. “There’s also that social aspect… that bond for family and friends to all go together.”
For anyone worried their beloved outdoor theatre could be facing a permanent curtain call, Daulat said they don’t plan to go anywhere anytime soon.
“There has been a sign on the highway for lease, but it did not pertain to the Drive-In. We will be here until I go to the projection room in the sky!”
In May the Drive-In will continue to run ‘Flea market Sundays’ and could become home to a few car shows later this summer.
The Twilight Drive-In is located at 260 St. and Fraser Hwy.
Tonight’s show time: Warm Bodies starts at 7:30 p.m., followed by Mama at 9:15 p.m.
And now for your viewing pleasure, I present the Concession Song — my favourite part of going to the Drive-In. I get so excited to honk my horn every time!
* Photography courtesy of Nick Didlick
Two sounds good, but it’s actually one of three drive-in theatre’s left in BC! There’s one in Prince George, and one in Enderby
Thanks for the heads up Christina! We will update our post
All season long, we try to go every week, it is so much fun. You can have a complete meal, or just snacks. You can take your dogs, kids, everyone. Bring sleeping bags, lounge chairs, great family environment. Over the past 3 years we have never had one bad experience, always room, come early and enjoy. Thank you for promoting the Drive In experience in Aldergrove.
It is our pleasure to help promote the Twilight Drive-In! I’m so glad it’s here to stay for many more years to come. See you there soon Brenda!