Malta Drive-In Theatre

Dumpy. Equivalent to Moreaux state campgrounds: attracts a lot of city people. Only families with huge SUV’s and disrespectful trashy people go here. Heck, they even had a shooting a few years back. Just Google «malta drive in shooting». Noisy neighbors, parking is too close, headlights everywhere, too hot, too cold, too many mosquitos, cigarette smoke, cigar smoke, pot smoke, the concession food prices are out of control and if you try to bring your own food you get fined $ 5. Mostly kiddie CGI movies to help keep things as friendly as possible. Owner doesn’t enforce rules, because if he did he’d be doing it ’til midnight and have kicked out most of his clientele. American nostalgia is a beautiful thing, too bad the Malta Drive In can’t quite preserve the «good old days». It’s better than nothing, but we stopped going there long ago when it became more about trucks and SUV’s than friendly nostalgia privileges.

This used to be such a nice place to see a movie. Sadly they have lost all control over the property on the weekends. I won’t return unless they hire some security or something. The owners have absolutely no concern over what’s going on outside of the concession stand. All they care about is selling food and they start the movie while the line in the concession stand is still out the door and the line of cars stretches quite a distance North and South on route 9.
They allow any size truck to park wherever they want. They allow cars to take up 2 spaces. And the cars that are still coming in shine their headlights in your face for the first 15 minutes of the movie. The screen is hard enough to see already. Too dim and most parking spaces are at an angle. In years past I didn’t mind how inferior the viewing was. Now that the atmosphere there is so unpleasant I’ll stick with the superior picture and environment at the theaters

Only drawback was mosquitoes eating us alive first time we went got wise and used bug spray second time much better. We pay the 5.00 extra and bring our own food good bargain for 2 movies and fun sitting in lawn chairs under the stars

For less then $ 10 to see 2 movies is a great deal! They have a food shop that sells burgers, hot dogs and popcorn and other things, mostly typical movie snacks.
Be sure to arrive very early to get a good spot and not wait in line to get inside. When we got there 10 minutes before the screening started there was a huge line! It took us about 30 minutes to get inside and find a spot. The rules for parking are 2 cars between the poles some people park in the center of the 2 poles which makes less parking spots for other people to park.
There are 2 screenings that plays 2 movies each at both screens. The sound is sync thru the FM radio station provided. There is a 15 minute break between each movie so that gives you time to refill on drinks or use the restroom.
You can bring you own food at a cost of $ 5 I believe but they don’t really check for it. Unless your munching on it at the front gate when your buying your ticket then they’ll notice of course!
Be sure to bring bug spray or a lawn chair if you decide to sit outside instead of inside your car. Be sure to turn your car on and recharge the car battery during the break and if the car battery decides to die they have a helper a jumper car.

I love this place. Huge lot, $ 9 bucks for adults and you can watch two movies. They have a little shack for food– steak sandwiches, chicken tebders, fries, pizzas, hot dogs, candy, cotton candy, soda, and big soray at all affordable prices.
Dont forget the bug spray.

Typical drive in from yesteryear nothing more or less. They charge you $ 5 a car if you bring in your own food and drink which is just about the dumbest thing I have ever seen. It’s $ 9 per adult and they already make a killing with their concessions. Give me a break. Also no alcohol which is just as annoying.

We went to Malta Drive-​In last night for the first time to see Vacation and Minions. We started on the back screen for Vacation and then the front screen for Minions.
The bathroom was very clean (older), but a bit of a hike if you’re walking up from the back screen. I also got a medium popcorn from the concession stand attached to the bathrooms and it was definitely more of a self-​serve style, but I had fun adding my own buttery topping to the popcorn.
Since its in a field it’s pretty buggy so we ended up having to close all the windows and trying to track and kill mosquitoes that got in before the movie started. I also noticed a cigarette smell when we had the windows down because smoking is allowed. If you’re a smoker, I’m sure that’s great for you… Not so much for me.
Vacation was starting at 8:45 and we got to the drive in at 8pm though it turned out to be unnecessary because Wednesday night isn’t very busy. The movie began on time and when it was over it was about 10:45.
We moved to the front screen for Minions which was to start at 10:55, but the other movie (the new mission impossible) was still playing on that screen. We parked far back to not interrupt people trying to watch the end of their movie, waited and then adjusted our spot for Minions once mission impossible ended. Minions didn’t actually start until 11:30pm.
Luckily it was a cooler night so keeping the windows up wasn’t too terrible, but we did end up having to leave the car running for some air conditioning since with the car all sealed up got a bit stuffy.
I will definitely go back because you can’t beat two movies for $ 9 per person, but I will be better prepared for bugs next time. I would say over all we did have a really nice time.

There’s a lot of good to be said about these drive-​ins. The price of admission gets you two movies, concessions don’t cost an arm and a leg, and there’s something nostalgic about pulling up in your car, popping open a lawn chair, and watching a movie under the stars.
Sadly, there are an equal amount of not so good things to be said. The bathrooms and snack bar have seen better days, smoking is allowed just about everywhere (I suppose this could be a good thing if you’re a smoker), and unless you shower yourself with bug spray beforehand, chances are you’ll spend the following four days scratching yourself like a mad man. The drive-​ins really fail to measure up to their mall theater counterparts in terms of movie watching experience. The projector doesn’t deliver nearly the same picture quality as the one at the movie theater, the audio coming out of your car stereo is a far cry from Regal’s sound system, and of course there are no 3D or IMAX options.
Despite not offering the bells and whistles of a regular movie theater, I enjoy coming here, especially on those summer nights that I want to be lazy and watch a movie but don’t want to waste a nice summer evening laying inside on the couch.

I love going to the drive ins in the summer. It’s much cheaper than the theater and you get two movies plus they are locally owned. This drive in is well maintained and they have a good selection at the snack bar. They also have separate parking for SUVs/​trucks and cars (but it isn’t strictly enforced). The only thing that annoys me is they charge you $ 5 to bring in your own food/​drink. I understand it’s a tough business in this day and age but I have a problem with paying money to bring in something I already purchased and I’m not aware that any of the other drive ins in the area do this.

My first time at a drive-​in! I was anxious that by not showing up early we wouldn’t get a good spot and get stuck in the back. This was not the case! It seems it’s easy to see the screen wherever you’re parked. Maybe it helped that the movie started 15 min after the scheduled time. FYI there were no previews shown when I went to see the Avengers. What’s especially neat though is that you can pay the $ 9 admission for one movie and stay in position for the next screening of a different movie. 2 for 1!
So… I think I like drive-​in theaters better than the normal ones. I like that you can talk inside your car without bothering anyone. The sound plays through the FM radio in your car’s speakers so you can have the volume at your comfort level. I like that you can put your seat back, rest your feet up on the dashboard and stretch out like you’re in bed. Next time I’m bringing pillows.
The snack bar at the theater is a little too grimy for my taste. I’m not terribly into the warm cheeseburger/​hot dog wrapped in foil bags situation. We ended up getting a big tub of popcorn (you can pump your own butter!). I think next time I will take them up on the $ 5 dollar fee to bring your own food. I’ll definitely be going back with a cooler full of goodies.

We love this place! Just an awesome American tradition! Excellent prices to see up to date movies. Fair prices at the concession stand.

If you’re in the area you have to go! 2 movies at less than the price of 1 and kids are even cheaper. The screens are huge, picture quality is awesome and sound is great as it comes through your radio. They play a fun mix of music while you wait for the movie to start. Concessions are good as well and priced right. U can bring your own for a $ 5 fee. Pay it regardless just bcuz it’s a great value and one if the few good drive ins left. They have adult movies on one side, and kids movies on the opposite. They have the parking setup so u won’t be at a disadvantage being in a car with all the SUVs. Many trucks/​SUVs back in and tailgate, if u plan on this bring bug spray. On the wknd try to get there an hour early and the kids can play ball/​frisbee up in front of the screen where there’s a nice grassy area and picnic tables where U can also watch the movie from. To avoid the bugs and stay in the air-​conditioning I take off the front seat headrests and rear-​view mirror. This makes for a great view for the kids in back as well. If you’re not handy just google it. It also helps if u can find a spot with an incline so u can get the front higher than the back. if you see a good spot but u can’t fit bcuz some ass-​hat thought he would take up two spots or doesn’t listen, don’t be afraid to ask them to move so you can fit. If you don’t someone else including the staff will. This is a good way to get a good spot if you show up late. Like anywhere else, ignore the morons since you can’t fix stupid, and enjoy!!!

Such a cute place. We saw Star Trek but weren’t able to stay for the double feature. Great price for 2 movies at only $ 9 pp. I ran into the concession building for a drink but couldn’t resist the deep-​fried oreos (so yummy!). The staff inside were so sweet. I can’t wait to come again the next time we visit. It’s just a really fun experience

We have a baby so we can’t go to a regular theatre. This is perfect. Stay in the comfort of our own vehicle. Don’t bother anyone and he slept right through the first movie. We can change him and feed him right in the vehicle. Great value $ 18 for 2 people and 2 movies. Only thing was the $ 5 charge to bring your own food but no biggy. We will be back again.

So much fun. Get there early for a good spot.
The sound is much better than I expected and I can take my doggies.
It’s great for kids to get their beans out. You can meet friends and hang out. You can tailgate (without the fire and alcohol parts).
What’s not to love?
If you can eat fast food, they have it. If you prefer to bring your own, it’s worth the tiny $ 5 fee.
Talk about supporting local business. It’s the best of drive-​ins. I love this place.

Best place to see movies in the summer time. 2 screens so you can choose which movies you want to see. $ 8 for two movies, really, you can’t beat that these days when a theater ticket is $ 11. I’ve grown up going to this place. Its a little loud and dusty in the summer, but I can bring my dog a lawn chair and have fun.
Bring bug spray and I got a portable radio at radioshack so I don’t have to run my car the whole time.

One of the few remaining drive ins around. It’s nice to have double features on both screens. The concessions are expensive, but that is to be expected. It’s fun to go — and I used a living social deal, so it’s a good idea to take advantage of them when you can.

Come on, really, who doesn’t enjoy a place like this? It’s such a unique and classic experience. Look at it this way: You can go to a place like this and really enjoy yourself with friends for $ 8 per person, or you can spend $ 8,675,214,678,517,864,521 USD per person (or whatever Regal is charging now) to see an IMAX-​3D-​OMG-​ETC movie, where half of the assholefaces around you are talking to each other or on their cell phones or narrating the damn movie for everyone nearby, and you stick to the floor (and possibly the seat itself) from all of the shit that’s accumulated over the course of the day, and some random little bastard behind you puts his feet up on the back of your seat which includes your freaking head, and… well, you get the point. As Dario would say, SCREW THAT DUMP and go to Malta Drive-​In.

***Growing up my we used to go to the drive in theater what seemed every weekend. This place reminded me, almost to a T, of the drive in movie theater back home. I love that they haven’t updated everything and how it still has that old feel to it. I will say, however, that it is pretty nice being able to tune to a channel to hear the movie instead of listening through the little box!!***
Okay, for $ 8.50 you can see two movies– that’s hard to top and you can bring your own food for just $ 5! I’ve been here a few times and have had great experiences. The fact that they have 2 screens is pretty awesome, I just wish they were both the same size. The overwhelming amount of kids can be a bit much sometimes depending on what movie you are going to see but that’s not really the fault of the DriveIn as much as it is to the parents who can’t keep there kids under control. They allow you to bring your dog with and that is pretty awesome.
The only issue I’ve ever had is in the snack bar– its very disorganized and kind of expensive ($ 5.75 for a popcorn). Last time we were there my boyfriend ordered chicken strips but the kid accidentally cooked chicken poppers and the kitchen manager (i think) was pretty pissed at us. She actually started to explain to us the difference between the 2 and I told her we were pretty clear with our order (chicken strips, no sauce). Maybe it was a bad night because the guy standing next to us was totally floored at how rude she was being with us (he was also waiting for food). For the rudeness I experienced in the snack bar they loose one star.
Over all, its a good, cheap place to go and I highly recommend it!

This place is fantastic!
It’s like a slice of the past still available for modern day enjoyment. One of the great things about being in upstate NY is that there is enough land and the right area (s) for drive-in’s.
There are two screens, one up front and one in the back. We ended up at the one in the back and it was a bit of a hike to the snack bar and restrooms, but not bad. If you’re at the screen up front, you’re pretty much right next to the either.
They snack bar is very reasonable and offers the typical movie watching snacks, such as popcorn and nachos. They also have fresh made to order items as well such as fries, burgers and… deep fried oreos. I myself wouldn’t go for the oreos, but lots of people were. If my metabolism were crazy fast or I was a kid, I might give them a try! Just to see what it’s like. We got popcorn, I didn’t have any. you put your own buttery stuff on it. Nachos which were nachos and ok. Hamburger was tasty. French fries were tasty too.
The screen was clear, the radio reception was great, the parking spaces were roomy, the intermission allowed for enough time to make a potty trip and replenish/​refill snacks. The cost was super reasonable, $ 8.00 for adults and $ 3.00 for kids under 12. If you bring your own food they charge you $ 5.00 for having it there.
I would say if you like drive-​ins you will enjoy it here and if you’ve never been to a drive in, go for it. It’s fun and we’re lucky to have places like this still open and operating :)