Devil’s Night Drive-In

They’ve reopened! They’re now called Electric Dusk Drive-​in, and apparently their showings vary between Saturdays and Sundays. Hopefully they’ll keep up the same fun vibe as Devil’s Night…

Fun night at the Devil’s Night Drive-​In. We showed up around 5:45pm and were the third car in line, snagging us a prime spot in the center of the screen. The place has great ambiance, being surrounded by downtown skyscrapers, and it is so much more comfortable being able to watch the movie from reclining leather car seats than to camp out on the ground. I would definitely go again!

Only two shows left, and Devil’s night drive-​in will be a thing of the past. Get there early (by 6:30) to claim a spot in front on the astroturf. The projection onto the inflatable screen is pretty high, so you can see it well without having to worry about others’ chairs being in the way etc. Bring wine and snacks for a fun evening. The speakers are nice and loud and it’s a good time for everyone. Be warned however… an occasional draft of skunky odors may permeate your nostrils. $ 10 advance and $ 12 at the door. The guy who puts this on won’t be doing the shows himself anymore, so get in while you can.

We had a blast!!!
food, drinks, a great movie (The big Lebowski) and all from the comfort of our car.
If you buy tickets ahead of time, they’ll let you drive in your car, otherwise, you can seat out in front of the screen.
The guys that help you park your car could be confusing and pushy, one of them was quite rude in telling us where to park…
They have food, but I’d strongly suggest to bring your own picnic.
Dress code? I saw plenty of people in pajamas :)

For the sake of honesty, I had pretty much decided that I was going to enjoy this experience. I choose to not look at any of the photos, so that I could be surprised by the sights of the evening, and feel more like a blank slate. Side note: The photos are very accurate, and I give you full permission to tick them as «helpful.»
My partner in drive-​in-​crime, Cate T., and I acquired some choice pizza from Mama’s Brick Oven, and delicious candies/​sodas from across the pond (courtesy of Cost Plus). Hi-​Ho-​Silver ! We were off !
Astroturf littered with bespectacled hipsters, without an eye prescription among them. We were safe inside the car, alla driving through a wild animal park. Note to self: If you accidently turn your lights on with your knee, it spooks them, and you are met with glares from the depths of Hell. Just remember, if you don’t move they can’t see you. +5 Survival skills.
My company was spectacular for the hour prior to Donnie Darko commencing, not to mention I am giving us high marks for our food and beverage choices. +5 Intelligence for taking my father’s roomy Scion, rather than my «junker» (laugh it up — it’s completely paid for) Mirage.
We were in the front, and could hear the film just fine through the main speakers, and only utilized the car speakers when the helicopters and planes washed the sound away. Luckily I am shortish (5’3″) and could see the film clearly with just a little slouching. The taller lady companion, had more of an inconvenient time, getting a good screen view.
A special highlight was a guy dressed like Frank the creepy bunny, surprising people in their cars, interacting with the «astroturfers,» and displaying some antics by the screen. However, Frank had a little too much to drink, and while dancing idiotically in front, tripped over a wire, and unplugged the film projector from the big screen during a very climatic moment. #Frankfail
There wasn’t a person there that didn’t find this to be absolutely hysterical, especially accompanied by the dude running the AV yelling: «What the F&^% Frank !? This is why you don’t give booze to a rabbit, people !»
Friendly Tips for The Reader :
— One bathroom, bottom level, bit of a walk, not a bush in sight to go tinkle behind, a huge drawback.
— Get there early, it filled up insanely quickly.
— Don’t expect perfect sound and picture, you’re not at Goldclass.
— Don’t give too much beer to a man in a Rabbit suit.
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Agree completely makeshift drive-​in smack dab in the middle of downtown LA. Has a thrift store, small community feel, I love it.
Cool young lady on rollerskates will bring you soda and pop corn but food is a lil lacking — all good, just bring grub or eat out before/​after.
No need to pregame you can get down it’s cool.
Perfect low key, sweatpants, easy date night or evening with friends, pick a good movie and enjoy yourself!

I would have given it a full 5 stars, the only reason I didn’t was I was really annoyed with all the smell of people smoking. it was definitely in the air and I just didn’t want any of it. I understand your in your car and your going to smoke whatever your smoking but when the smells rolls over to my car, I’m not having any of that, with that being said windows and sunroof where closed and we opted to tune into the station to hear the movie.
Now for all the good, I strongly encourage you to pre-​purchase your tickets, it guarantees you entrance and a parking spot, I also encourage you to arrive before gates open so you can have a good spot, we where just one car behind the screen so we lucked out.
The vibe of this place is ridiculously fun, everyone is in a good mood and laughing and cheering along with the movie (we came to see GOONIES)
Since we where newbies, I didn’t know what the food situation was, but for what they had, hot dog, nachos and snacks, it was decent, but next time I’m definitely bringing my own picnic basket and drinks.
It was an overall great experience and I can’t wait to spend my summer Saturday nights at the drive in.

A makeshift drive-​in in the middle of dtLA? Color me a fan!
This is a great spot to chill with friends, catch a classic flick (Willy Wonka! The Goonies! PeeWees Big Adventure!), and bring in your own food and beverage. Sure, they sell snacks, but nothing beats bringing in your own two buck chuck, chicken, and pizza.
The car situation was a bit of a mess, but that didn’t matter since we brought chairs and blankets and chilled on the astro-​turf. Get there early to get a good spot and enjoy the music while you down your drink of choice.
Good times, Devils Night Drive In… I will be back. Oh yes, I will be back.

Awesome experience!
Bought our tickets to Willy Wonka presale ($ 10 vs $ 12 at door), parked in structure, sat on the astroturf (luckily it was a nice night for it), brought in plenty of blankets & all kinds of goodies to accompany our wine. The fact that you’re at a drive-​in in the middle of dtLA is awesome in it of itself. Thanks for that guys!
Cautionary notes: bathrooms are kinda out of the way & ran out of toilet paper early on… so ladies, pack in some tissues just in case. Also, there was a line of cars to get in, especially if you wanna take your car up to the roof, so plan an extra 10 – 15 mins for that.
P. S. they’re pet & kid friendly :)

I was so pumped when a friend told us about this place, and it did not disappoint! I hadn’t been to the drive-​in movies since I was a kid, and it brought back so many nostalgic memories. They project the movie from atop an old classic car, you can bring in your own food & drinks, they have a snack bar in case you forget, and it’s much less crowded than the Hollywood Forever Cemetery showings. The ambiance of watching a movie outdoors on a rooftop in downtown L.A. was awesome. It’s perfect for a date night, an outing with friends, or even a family night with the kids, depending on the movie (we saw the original Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory). I highly recommend you go!

I loved going to the drive-​in growing up, so i was looking forward to this. Sixteen Candles was showing. We chose to sit in our car to watch the movie.
You can bring your own food and drink or utilize the snack bar on site. The snacks were affordable.
It is a small place so pre buy your tickets. Get there when they open so you get prime position. The lot clears quickly at the end, which is great.
We will be returning.

It’s a drive in, on the second story of a parking garage, in downtown LA, and it’s amazingly fun!
Prices are cheap, considering that parking is included. BYOB, actually, BYOAnything.
You can either watch the movie from your car, or sit on the faux grass provided, right in front of the screen. Again, you can bring in any food or drinks you want, and there’s also food provided by The Devil’s Night Car Hops. We didn’t order anything from them this time, maybe next time though.
I CANNOT believe, that this place isn’t super duper über packed! I’m ecstatic that it isn’t, actually.
I hate to say this, but word of mouth will eventually kill this event.
FYI, show up AS SOON AS THEY OPEN, if you want to watch from your car, especially if you have a pick up truck, that way, you can have a better spot for viewing!
Can’t wait to go again!

been going on for years, and is STILL on the «best kept secrets of Downtown L.A.» list that i just made up.
PICTURE THIS, if you will:
*gazes off into the distance somewhere*
semi enclosed, private audience (limited to ‘fucking radical’ people only, and those smart enough to purchase tickets in advance), grilled food/​theatre accoutrement at the ready, AWESOME line up of flics playing all year round. aaaaaand.
drum roll please.
DEVIL’S NIGHT DRIVE IN.
huge blow-​up screen, cars welcome like your traditional drive in, and a HUGE astro-​turf space to park you and your loved ones ass if you just wanna sit out under the stars.
tickets are 10 dollars usually, like HALF the price of the ‘give yourself a headache’ 3D crap.
+1 to Awesome Atmosphere.
+1 for being able to bring any food or drink you want.
+1 for punk rock girls who sell the sometimes unique concessions.
*fin*

The movie selection is on point. I always walk over because my first time i assumed it would be a pain to get out, but I must say I am impressed with how quickly and easily I’ve noticed the cars get out after the film.
It’s a great date idea and I like to set up with blankets on the turf in front of the screen. This is just one of the gems that makes living in downtown so wonderful.

We had such a great time at this drive-​in! Totally unexpected location on the top level of a parking structure in the middle of downtown LA!
Driving on 4^th street, look out for the large canvas sign in front of a parking lot entrance. We missed it the first time and had to circle around! When we arrived around 7:15 PM there wasn’t too long of a line, maybe 4 – 5 cars in front of us. We hadn’t pre-​paid for the tickets ($ 10), but we had no trouble purchasing the tickets on the spot with cash ($ 12). We were then escorted up to the top level of the structure where we were directed to one of the best (if not the best) spot in the lot! In the center, right in front of the screen! If you get there later or if you just prefer to be up close and personal, there are also outdoor seats right in front of the screen.
After staking out our wonderful spot, we had some time to kill so we left our car there and walked around to buy some food/​drinks to snack on during the movie. BYOB and BYOF, although they do have girls on roller skates selling snacks/​drinks as well.
The movie (E.T.) started on time at 9 PM. By this time, the entire lot was packed with cars so it’s definitely a good idea to come early if you don’t want to be too far from the screen! They had given us a radio station to tune into but because we were so close to the front, we were able to hear perfectly fine through our open sunroof.
Overall, such a fun experience! Great night view of downtown high rises too!

Let’s all go to the lobby, Let’s all go to the lobby… Let’s hop in our ride, pick up some drinks and snacks, jam to the devil’s night drive-​in, catch a flick and NOT go to the lobby.
Definitely, one of the best kept secrets in town. For those of you who are far sighted, you could purchase a ticket, and cmon down to downtown LA’s very own drive-​in movie.
Came here last night to watch Trainspotting with a special gal, ciaoo. Asides from me spilling popcorn everywhere in the car (which, I should probably go and clean up right now), I had a blast.
Drive In’s are superior to movie theaters because you are outdoors kind of and you really can talk and do pretty much whatever you want.
They have all kinds of snacks too. Tickets are a good price, $ 10 a pop. Its way affordable, and a great way to start off your evening. They open at 6:30 but I think the movie started sometime around 7:30 or 8. If you’re running late, bring a blanket or something, cuz they let you sit on the astroturf and watch the movie even if youre not in a car.
I’m going back again. :)

This is definitely one of my favourite date nights in LA and you can even bring your dog!
I finally made it out the night they were screening my favourite movie The Lost Boys!
1. Pre-​purchase your tickets online.
2. Get there EARLY.
3. Expect to spend a little time in line waiting to get into the lot.
4. Don’t drink much while you’re there. Porta-​potties aren’t fun and there’s usaully a line.
5. The Rollerderby girls will serve you the usual — popcorn, hotdogs, sodas in your car.
6. Park early then head down the street for some takeout at Pete’s, or Blossom or anywhere that takes your fancy.
We called ahead to Pete’s and ordered our take-​out so we could get it without missing any of the movie.
7. Bring a blanket if you want to snuggle.
8. If it rains the movie will be cancelled and your money refunded from what I’ve seen on their facebook page.
Devil’s Night Radio is awesome too! They play the sickest tunes while you’re waiting for the film to start.
Great movie choices, great price, great vibe, fun people, easy-​going and FUN!
Try it if you haven’t already.

This place is cool. It’s nice someone is doing this in a city of 7 million; or whatever the hell it is when you encompass the surrounding areas.
They basically take over a roof top parking lot in DTLA (downtown LA) and put up a makeshift drivein.
Complete with hot dogs, coke and popcorn that are served by a girls rollerderby club that fundraises, they truly pull out all the stops.
Get there early and take a walk to the Bonaventure to grab some food. Or just stay there and drink with some cool people.
They show great flicks: The Lost Boys, Warriors, Scrooged, and Eternal Sunshine are just a few in the near future…
SO happy I found this in LA!
FYI Parking is tricky, I drive around the block 5 times. It’s in a parking ramp and they have small sign out front so look closely after you pass Hill I believe. Great romantic spot for a date – bring blankets ;)

I enjoyed watching Sid and Nancy at the Devil’s Drive In last Saturday.
We got there early, around 5:45pm to find that others beat us to it first. They open earlier than they say, so be sure to get there early if you want to be near the front. We did get front row seats.
They also sell various foods like hot dogs and popcorn. Everyone there was super helpful and nice. :) I am definitely coming back.
You can bring your own snacks/​food and drinks. You can even get there early and pick up food from Broadway/​nearby restaurants.

My new favorite Los Angeles movie night!
After hearing about it a year ago, I had been watching the website for showtimes and screenings to see which movie I wanted to go to. Finally, they were going to show Clue! One of my guy and I’s favorites, so we had to make it a date for our 2 year anniversary. :] And it was a great date indeed.
gates open at 6:30 (we got there at exactly 6:30 and got a the best front row seat), $ 10 bucks online or at the door, bring our own beer and snacks, recline those car seats and tune your radio. But be careful you don’t drink too much, or you’ll have to walk to the andy gump in the middle of the movie.
I love love love Devil’s Night Drive In and will be coming back throughout this next year. :]

I expected this to be as much fun as Cinespia — boy was I wrong, it was on a rooftop of some terrible building in downtown, the movie was difficult to see, and some skeezy-​looking hipsters were arguing over their PBR outside, when they should have been sitting safely (safely from me) inside their vehicle.
First and last time I’d make it out to this type of thing. Even for the $ 5 bucks I wanted my money back (and we all know how much it costs to park in Downtown LA).