The Drive - Winston Salem

The Drive App is an application supporting The Drive at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, a drive-in theater North Carolina. Using the app, the user can purchase tickets to upcoming shows, purchase concessions, merchandise, get directions to the venue and find out about upcoming events.

About The Drive:

The Drive is a socially distanced drive-in movie venue set on the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. The Drive offers outdoor fun in a safe environment

Beginning with a touch-free ticketing system, your health and safety are considered in every step of The Drive experience. Large parking places allow for room to enjoy the movie – much more space than your average drive-in. Each space is properly distanced from neighboring spaces by at least eight feet

Concessions are sold by fairgrounds concession vendors. Food and beverages, including beer and wine, can be ordered by a mobile app and delivered directly to vehicles. Set up in a large, socially distanced parking space and enjoy the entertainment without leaving your spot. Everything you need is delivered to your parking space!

Huge, 40ft by 20ft screens and cinema quality movie projectors combine for an excellent viewing experience. Crisp FM audio will be transmitted directly to car radios or FM radio devices. Health and safety focused rules, regulations and protocols are an important part of The Drive’s DNA. We are here to provide an outdoor entertainment experience where everyone can relax and enjoy a movie with family and friends!

The Drive Rules:

At The Drive, we strive to be part of the health and safety entertainment options that keep our community secure. We want to be part of the solution, not the problem

After entering the drive-in and parking a vehicle, guests are not allowed to leave their assigned parking area except to use the restroom. Guests may not leave their assigned space or meet friends outside of their group at this venue

Please wear a mask when using the portable toilets. There are handwashing stations located onsite

Rules:

Fairgrounds speed limit is 5 mph

No outside food & beverages

No weapons, drugs or illegal substances, as prohibited by fairgrounds policies

No smoking, re-entry or pets

Movies play rain or stars. In case of dangerous weather or a power outage, rainchecks will be offered

Parking is directed by parking attendant. Moving cars after parking is not allowed

Parking is first come, first served

Reserving parking places is not allowed. If you wish to park near another car, these cars must enter together

Vans, trucks and other large vehicles will be parked in special parking spaces at the back of the venue

All interior and exterior lights on your car must remain off throughout the movie

Patrons who exhibit a hostile attitude and/or are visibly intoxicated may be refused admittance to events, asked to leave and banned from future events. Absolutely no audio or video recording

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Is this drive-in safe?

The Drive was created with health and safety concerns in mind. We keep health and safety at the top of mind with everything that we do!

How do I buy tickets?

Tickets are purchased via the TicketMaster link on this website or app or by visiting the Fairgrounds ticket office or website. Tickets are also available at the gate if the movie is not sold out.

What time can I enter The Drive?

Gates open at 7:30PM, Movies begin at 8:30 or dusk

How do I hear the movie?

You will listen to the movie on your vehicle’s FM radio or FM radio device

Do you sell food and beverages?

YES! We have Carolina Classic Fair concession vendors! Beer and wine is sold and it is delivered to your car.

What should I bring to The Drive?

Lawn chairs, blankets, bug spray, flashlight for trips to the portable toilets, your mobile device to order food