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In Theatre & Swap Meet in Riverside, CA

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About Rubidoux Drive-In

Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet sits at 3770 Opal Street in Riverside, California, a historic staple of the community since 1948. Operated by United Flea Markets, this three-screen drive-in pairs classic first-run double features with a year-round swap meet, offering a unique entertainment and shopping experience. With a driving capacity that generally ranges around 730–800 cars, guests enjoy FM radio audio and car-based seating, plus some outdoor seating within parking spaces when weather permits. Accessible by public transit and nestled near several lodging and dining options, Rubidoux Drive-In is a nostalgic, family-friendly venue that continues to host community events and large-scale gatherings under the umbrella of United Flea Markets.

Parking is organized in clearly marked spaces, and the swap meet on-site provides ample parking for visitors. Riverside Transit Agency serves the venue with bus lines 29 and 49, stopping at Mission+Wallace and Rubidoux+Mission for convenient access. For visitors driving in, nearby hotels such as Motel 6 Riverside West - Jurupa Valley (6830 Valley Way) and other accommodations listed by travel resources are within a short distance. When planning your visit, consider securing parking and seating options in advance; we’ve got you covered with up-to-date event listings and local recommendations. If you’re looking for a reliable way to combine entertainment with shopping, Rubidoux Drive-In is a dependable choice in the Riverside area.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 3770 Opal Street, Riverside, CA 92509.
  • Venue type: Drive-in theatre with 3 screens plus a year-round swap meet; currently owned/operated by United Flea Markets as Rubidoux Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet.
  • Capacity: approximately 780 cars (drive-in capacity; sources list 730–800 range depending on era and configuration).
  • Audio and seating: FM radio audio; seating is car-based (drive-in) with some allowance for outdoor seating within parking spaces.
  • Parking: parking is in marked spaces for vehicles; swap meet operates on-site with ample parking.
  • Transit: served by Riverside Transit Agency bus lines 29 and 49; nearest stops include Mission+Wallace and Rubidoux+Mission.
  • Nearby hotels: options such as Motel 6 Riverside West - Jurupa Valley (6830 Valley Way, ~a few miles away); other nearby hotels listed by travel sites.
  • Notable events hosted: opened in 1948 with John Wayne in Red River; remodeled in 1983 to add two screens; hosts first-run double features and year-round swap meets; continues to host events under United Flea Markets.