Since we’re already tired of the digital-film-IMAX debate over summer blockbusters, and since we want to throw our cell phones into the Canal at least once a day and read books and eat ice cream without knowing what time it is, we’re going to use this season to go back in time.
Just 45 short minutes from downtown Montreal, we can turn off our smartphones, buy our significant other a large Diet Coke with lots of ice to impress them, and head to the “drive-in” just like in the movies from the ’80s…
The Saint-Eustache Drive-In Theater
It’s the drive-in with the most retro design in the area—red and white, linoleum flooring in the snack bar, a neon sign, pinball machines, pink tile, and popcorn. But, incidentally, it’s also the largest and most modern in Canada.
There are five screens, all showing double features, and plenty of parking all around.
There’s also an ice cream shop, a flea market, and arcades—we can spend the afternoon there, pick up a vase, throw a blanket in the back of the pickup truck (or the imported FIAT, depending on your preference), and watch a movie as night falls.
It’s incredibly romantic, nostalgic, and it’ll do us a world of good this summer. We recommend booking in advance and arriving a little before sunset so you have time to stroll around and soak up the atmosphere.
Of course, we’ll have left our cell phones in the glove compartment.
Practical Information
Where? Ciné-parc Saint-Eustache, at 455 Mathers Avenue, Saint-Eustache
When? Open Friday through Tuesday, all summer long
Monday / 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Tuesday / 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Wednesday / Closed
Thursday / Closed
Friday / 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Saturday / 6:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sunday / 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
How? For the schedule and to buy tickets in advance, click here
Ages 10 and under / free
General admission, ages 11 and up / $11.30
Monday and Tuesday Special / $7.82
Ages 65 and up / $7.82
