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About South Bay Drive-In

Welcome to South Bay Drive-In Theatre, your go-to outdoor cinema along the San Diego coastline. Nestled at 2170 Coronado Ave, Imperial Beach, this three-screen drive-in operates year-round on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, weather permitting. With a car-friendly capacity of about 850 vehicles, it’s a classic, family-friendly entertainment option that keeps the cinematic experience simple and enjoyable. Tickets are purchased at the gate, and we’ve got you covered with practical details—from parking and audio to nearby hotels and dining options.

Whether you’re catching a double feature on one of the three screens or browsing the weekly Swap Meet, South Bay Drive-In offers a laid-back, nostalgic movie night with modern conveniences. Read on for seating, parking, transportation, and nearby stay-and-eat options to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

Practical tips for a great night at South Bay Drive-In:

  • Seating/Viewing: Parking-based seating with no published seating chart. Large SUVs are encouraged to park toward the back half to avoid blocking lines of sight for other guests. You may sit outside your car within your parking space.
  • Audio: Sound is broadcast via FM stereo to your car radio—tuning in is quick and simple for a convenient, hands-off listening experience.
  • Parking & Rules: 5 mph speed limit inside the lot. Outside food is allowed, and some vehicles may have special parking guidance, particularly larger vehicles.
  • Tickets: Tickets are purchased at the gate. Current pricing is the best available price for adults and the best available price for children (ages 5–9). Some showings may be double features on a single ticket, so check the schedule at arrival.
  • Transit: The venue is accessible via San Diego MTS Rapid Route 227 with nearby bus stops and the Iris Avenue Transit Center serving as a key hub for easy access.
  • Nearby hotels & dining: For a convenient stay and dining options, consider Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach, Pier South Resort, and Sand Castle Inn & Suites. We’ll link to convenient affiliate partners to help you book with confidence.
  • Events: In addition to regular drive-in screenings, the venue hosts a weekly Swap Meet on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, offering a different kind of community experience alongside the movie program.
  • History: Formerly known as Bayview Drive-In, this venue is now operating as South Bay Drive-In Theatre and continues to deliver nostalgic drive-in entertainment without the need for a demolished site.

We’ve got you covered for a straightforward, no-fuss ticket experience in the San Diego area. Secure your seats for a night at the South Bay Drive-In Theatre and enjoy a classic drive-in movie experience with modern conveniences.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2170 Coronado Ave, Imperial Beach / San Diego, CA 92154.
  • Venue type: outdoor drive-in cinema with three screens.
  • Car capacity: about 850 cars.
  • Operating days: open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (year-round, weather permitting).
  • Seating/chart: parking-based; no published seating chart; large SUVs encouraged to park in the back half to avoid blocking views.
  • Audio: sound broadcast via FM stereo transmitted to car radios.
  • Ticketing: tickets purchased at the gate; current pricing per official site is $10 for adults and $1 for children (5–9); some showings may be double features per ticket.
  • Parking rules: 5 mph speed limit; you may sit outside your car within your parking space; outside food allowed; large vehicles may have special parking guidance.
  • Transit: served by San Diego MTS Rapid Route 227 and nearby bus stops; Iris Avenue Transit Center is a key nearby hub.
  • Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach; Pier South Resort; Sand Castle Inn & Suites (Imperial Beach area).
  • Notable events hosted: regular Swap Meet on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays; ongoing drive-in double features on three screens.
  • Renamed/demolished: formerly known as Bayview Drive-In; currently operating as South Bay Drive-In Theatre (not demolished).