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About Winter Drive-In

The Winter Drive-In was a beloved open-air drive-in theater located at 400 Luray Drive, Wintersville, OH 43953, near Steubenville. Known for its vehicle-based viewing and a capacity that historically reached about 1,000 cars, it offered a nostalgic cinema experience with multiple screens in years past. While the site has since closed and been sold for development, it remains a notable part of the local entertainment history. This page provides a comprehensive overview of the venue, how drive-ins worked, and nearby accommodations and dining options for visitors in the region.

Note: There is no active operation under the Winter Drive-In brand today. If you’re researching venue history or planning a future, we’ll help you navigate current options in the Wintersville/Steubenville area and point you toward trusted lodging and dining choices nearby.

For those seeking current event spaces or alternative drive-in experiences, consider nearby venues in the Greater Steubenville area. While Winter Drive-In itself is permanently closed, the memory of its drive-in days lives on through local reports of Halloween marathons, First Responder Appreciation Days, and flea markets that once filled the site with community spirit. We’ve gathered logistics pointers—parking, seating style, and access details—so you know what to expect if you’re researching similar experiences today.

  • Seating: No fixed seating chart; viewing was vehicle-based with cars parked in front of screens.
  • Parking: Car-based parking, with capacity historically around 1,000 vehicles depending on configuration.
  • Accessibility: Open-air, outdoor venue layout; no fixed seating, so arrive with comfortable viewing sightlines for your vehicle.
  • Transit: Located in Wintersville, near Steubenville, with access by car and surrounding roads; check local routes for current travel guidance.
  • Nearby hotels (for visitors to the region):
    • Microtel Inn & Suites Steubenville — 909 Buckeye St, Steubenville, OH
    • Wingate by Wyndham Steubenville — 820 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH
    • Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn & Suites Steubenville — 200 Franciscan Sq, Steubenville, OH
  • Nearby dining: A range of casual dining options and regional eateries in Steubenville and Wintersville; using affiliate partners for stays and meals can provide added value.

If you’re researching current entertainment options in the area, we’ve got you covered with dependable, no-fuss recommendations for hotels, dining, and upcoming events in the region. Think of us as your connection in the business—helping you secure comfortable stays and easy access to local activities.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: 400 Luray Drive, Wintersville, OH 43953 (near Steubenville).
  • Venue type: Open-air drive-in theater; historically had up to 4 screens and a ~1,000-car capacity.
  • Status: Permanently closed in 2021; property sold for industrial development; no active Winter Drive-In operation remains.
  • Seating/chart: No fixed seating chart; viewing is vehicle-based with cars parked in spots in front of screens.
  • Parking: Car-based parking; capacity historically around 1,000 vehicles (depending on configuration over time).
  • Notable events hosted: Halloween horror movie marathons, First Responder Appreciation Days, flea markets (reported by local outlets).
  • Nearby hotels: Microtel Inn & Suites Steubenville (909 Buckeye St), Wingate by Wyndham Steubenville (820 University Blvd), Best Western Plus Franciscan Square Inn & Suites Steubenville (200 Franciscan Sq).
  • Demolished/renamed: The site is reported as closed and sold for development; there is no evidence of an official renaming or reopening under a new Winter Drive-In brand.