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About Fairlee Drive-In Theater

Welcome to Fairlee Drive-In Theater, a beloved drive-in venue in Fairlee, Vermont, that blends nostalgic cinema with modern conveniences. Located at 1809 US Route 5 North, this approx. 400-car capacity venue originally opened in 1950 and has a storied history, including a motel addition in the 1960s and digital projection updates in 2014. The theater operates as a car-based viewing experience with on-site snack bar and bar services when open. While there isn’t a published seating chart, parking is designated by car spots and the front-right area features yellow speaker poles, though guests can park where they like within the drive-in perimeter. For a complete night out, we’ve got trusted lodging and dining picks nearby to keep things simple and reliable.

Whether you’re a local or visiting the Fairlee area, we’re here to help you secure your seats, plan your transportation, and find comfortable lodging nearby. Keep reading for essential venue details, transit options, and recommended hotels and restaurants that align with the Fairlee Drive-In experience.

Parking at Fairlee Drive-In is designed around cars—arrive early to secure your preferred spot. The venue’s on-site facilities include a snack bar and bar operations when open, making it easy to grab concessions before the feature. For travelers seeking lodging, the on-site Fairlee Motel is part of the drive-in experience, with additional nearby options like Lake Morey Resort at 82 Clubhouse Rd, Fairlee. Public transit access includes Tri-Valley Transit River Route and Bradford Circulator, plus the Fairlee Park & Ride for commuters. Remember: the 2025 season was announced closed for health and family reasons, so please check before planning a visit for updates on future operations. We’ve got you covered with dependable, friend-in-the-business guidance for planning, booking, and enjoying your night out in Fairlee.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 1809 US Route 5 North, Fairlee, VT 05045.
  • Venue type: Drive-in theater with on-site Fairlee Motel & Drive-In Theater.
  • Capacity: About 400 cars.
  • Seating/chart: No published seating chart; parking is vehicle-based with designated spots (front-right area with yellow speaker poles) but cars can park where they like.
  • Parking: Parking available; drive-in designed for car viewing; on-site snack/bar operations when open.
  • Transit: Tri-Valley Transit River Route serves Fairlee; Bradford Circulator serves nearby Bradford; FairleePark & Ride exists for commuters; bus shelter installed in town.
  • Nearby hotels: On-site Fairlee Motel; nearby Lake Morey Resort (82 Clubhouse Rd, Fairlee) and other lodging options in the area.
  • Notable events/notes: Opened in 1950 (initially Holiday Park Drive-In), later renamed Hi-Way 5 Drive-In, then Fairlee Drive-In; motel added in 1960s; digital projection introduced in 2014; 1987 reopening after a period of closure; 2025 season announced as closed (health/family reasons).