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About 66 Drive-In

The 66 Drive-In is a historic outdoor drive-in theater in Carthage, Missouri, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located at 17231 Old Route 66 Blvd, this one-screen venue sits on a nine-acre site with a tall 66-foot screen and a capacity designed for about 400 cars. While in-car speakers are no longer used, audio is delivered via FM radio. The drive-in also offers limited walk-in seating alongside its car-friendly experience. Whether you’re a Route 66 enthusiast or a movie lover, we’ve got the details you need to plan a smooth, classic night out.

Beyond the screen, nearby lodging and dining options help you make a full evening of it. Boots Court Motel and Carthage Inn are convenient Route 66 lodging choices within a short drive. For travelers relying on public transit, MAPS (Joplin area) and OATS Transit serve the broader region around Carthage. Secure your seats and plan your visit with ease—we’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transportation, and nearby amenities to enhance your drive-in experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 17231 Old Route 66 Blvd, Carthage, MO 64836.
  • Venue type: historic outdoor drive-in theater (1 screen; screen reportedly 66 feet tall; sits on a nine-acre site).
  • Capacity: originally designed for 400 cars; contemporary sources list around 400-car capacity.
  • Audio/Seating: no in-car speakers remaining; audio delivered by FM radio; limited walk-in seating historically (about 18 seats).
  • Parking: on-site parking for roughly 400 cars.
  • Transit: MAPS provides public transit service in Carthage via the Joplin area; OATS Transit serves the broader region.
  • Nearby hotels: Boots Court Motel (107 S Garrison Ave) and Carthage Inn are nearby Route 66 lodging options.
  • Notable events: listed on the National Register of Historic Places (2003); hosted a Cars screening during the Route 66 International Festival in 2013 in nearby Joplin.