Flint's US 23 Drive-In Announces 2026 Opening Date

The classic drive-in movie theater will open for the season on May 1, 2026, offering three screens and nostalgic concessions.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:34pm

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An extremely blurred, impressionistic photograph depicting the hazy, dreamlike atmosphere of a classic drive-in movie theater, with indistinct shapes and silhouettes of vintage cars, neon signs, and families gathered under a starry night sky.The upcoming opening of Flint's US 23 Drive-In promises to transport moviegoers back to the golden age of outdoor, communal movie-going experiences.Flint Today

Flint's US 23 Drive-In, the only drive-in movie theater in Genesee County, is preparing to open for the 2026 season on May 1st. The theater features three large movie screens, a full concession stand with classic snacks like popcorn, burgers, and cotton candy, and will deliver the nostalgic, old-school drive-in movie experience that many moviegoers still love.

Why it matters

Drive-in movie theaters have a long and cherished history in American culture, offering families and movie lovers a unique and memorable outdoor entertainment experience. As many drive-ins have closed over the years, the continued operation of the US 23 Drive-In provides Flint residents and visitors with a rare opportunity to enjoy this classic form of entertainment.

The details

The US 23 Drive-In is located at 5200 Fenton Road in Flint, 48507, directly across the street from Mario's Restaurant and Pizzeria. The theater will feature three large movie screens and a full concession stand offering traditional drive-in fare such as popcorn, burgers, Icees, hot dogs, cotton candy, nachos, pretzels, ice cream, and more.

  • The US 23 Drive-In will officially open for the 2026 season on Friday, May 1, 2026.

The players

US 23 Drive-In

The only drive-in movie theater in Genesee County, Michigan, offering a nostalgic outdoor movie-going experience with three screens and classic concessions.

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What’s next

The theater will announce the movies showing during the opening weekend as the 2026 season approaches.

The takeaway

The continued operation of the US 23 Drive-In in Flint preserves an important piece of American cultural history and provides families and movie lovers with a unique and memorable outdoor entertainment experience that is increasingly rare in today's landscape.