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Finger Lakes Drive-In

Opened in 1947, this is the oldest continuously-operating drive-in theater in New York.

Auburn, New York

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On the outskirts of Auburn, New York, lies the state's oldest operating drive-in movie theater. First opened on July 15, 1947, the Finger Lakes Drive-In continues to broadcast films for moviegoers while maintaining the classic drive-in feel.

When using the quintessential drive-in speakers, coupled with a heavily wooded background, various movie relics scattered across the property (including a Jeep from Jurassic Park), and the retro-style snack bar, watching a flick here gives a real decades-old throwback feeling for moviegoers. It was a fitting setting for Bruce Campbell to stop for Evil Dead 40th Anniversary Tour in 2021.

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Bring bug spray as when night falls, the mosquitos swarm out of the woods. Don't fret if you forget it as the snack bar does sell some bottles.

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