South Bay Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet

2170 Coronado Ave, San Diego, CA 92154

About South Bay Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet

South Bay Drive-In Theatre offers a unique blend of movies under the stars and a lively swap meet, showcasing San Diego's nostalgic charm.

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Kids (Ages 5-9): $1.00
Kids (Under 5): Free
Adults (Ages 10+): $10.00

Open year round, but with reduced days starting September, when it operates only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Cash Only

Food Available to Purchase

Outside Food Allowed

Alcohol Available

Pets Allowed

Restrooms Available

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Arrive Early – Get there with plenty of time to park, grab snacks, and settle in before the movie starts.
Know the Theater’s Rules – Check for policies on outside food, pets, and parking arrangements before you go.
Turn Off Your Headlights – Once you're parked, shut off your headlights and daytime running lights so you don’t blind other moviegoers.
Be Mindful of Your Dome Lights – Keep interior lights off or dimmed when the movie is playing to avoid distractions.
Don’t Block Other People’s View – Avoid opening hatchbacks too high or sitting on the roof of your car unless it’s permitted.
Be Considerate with Your Car Engine – If you need to run your engine for heat or AC, do it sparingly so you don’t disturb others with noise or exhaust fumes.
Limit Moving Around During the Movie – Try to stay in your parking spot as much as possible; frequent walking or car movement can be distracting.
Respect Personal Space – If you’re sitting outside your car in chairs or blankets, keep to your designated area and don’t encroach on others.
Use the Restroom Quietly – If you need to go, keep noise to a minimum when walking to and from the facilities.
Be Mindful of Phone Usage – If you must use your phone, keep the brightness low and avoid loud conversations.
Be Courteous When Leaving – Exit slowly and carefully without turning on bright lights until you're away from the viewing area.