After a full day at the beach—sun, sand, maybe a little too much food—there’s a classic way to wind things down without ever leaving Misquamicut.

Just get in your car… and stay there.

Now in its 16th year, the Misquamicut Drive-In, located at 316 Atlantic Ave, has become a summer tradition for visitors and locals alike. Operated by the Misquamicut Business Association, it’s one of those simple ideas that just works—pull in, tune your radio, and enjoy a movie under the night sky.

Gates open at 6:30 PM, and if you know what you’re doing, you don’t show up at 8:55 and expect a great spot. Get there early, settle in, and enjoy the full experience. Movies begin at 9:00 PM, with an earlier 8:30 PM start time in August as the days get shorter.

And yes—the show starts before the movie.

The pre-show has quietly become a favorite part of the night. Read more