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Stanford Drive In

Since 1952, our Drive in has been a local staple and a rare classic, on of the few drive ins still operating.
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We proudly serve as both a restaurant all week long and a drive in theater showing movies in the spring and summer.

07/21/2026

🎬 This Friday & Saturday at Stanford Drive-In! 🌟

Don’t miss “Young Washington” on the big screen this Friday and Saturday night!

Bring the family, grab your favorite food from the grill, and enjoy a night under the stars. Gates open at 7:00 PM, and the movie begins at dusk.

🎟️ Admission:
• Adults: $8
• Kids (5–11): $4
• Ages 4 & under: FREE

Come make some memories with us—we can’t wait to see everyone this weekend! 🍿🌙

07/18/2026

🌺🌊 Moana is sailing into the Stanford Drive-In tonight! 🌊🌺

Don’t miss Moana on the big screen TONIGHT—and before the movie starts, Moana herself will be making a special appearance for pictures! 📸✨

Bring the kids, grab your favorite snacks from the grill, and make some unforgettable summer memories under the stars.

📸 Meet & Photos with Moana before the movie
🍔 Full grill menu, drinks, shakes & treats available
🚗 Gates open at 7:00 PM
🌅 Movie starts at dusk

Come early so the little ones have plenty of time to meet Moana before the show. We can’t wait to see everyone tonight! 🌺🩵

07/17/2026

🌊✨ Moana is back on the big screen TONIGHT! ✨🌊

Don’t miss your chance to see Disney’s live-action Moana under the stars at Stanford Drive-In Theater & Grill!

🎟️ HALF-OFF ADMISSION ALL WEEKEND!
👨 Adults: $4
🧒 Kids (5–11): $2
👶 Ages 4 & under: FREE

🚗 Gates open at 7:00 PM
🎬 Movie starts at dusk

Come early and grab dinner, fresh burgers, loaded fries, milkshakes, frozen lemonades, and all your favorite concessions before the movie starts!

Bring the whole family, your blankets, and your lawn chairs, and make some drive-in memories with us. We can’t wait to see everyone tonight! 🌺🍿🎥

07/14/2026

🌺🌊 MOANA RETURNS THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY! 🌊🌺

We’re excited to bring Disney’s live-action Moana back to the big screen this Friday & Saturday—and we’re celebrating with a HALF OFF ADMISSION WEEKEND!

🎟️ Half Off Admission
💲 Adults: $4
💲 Kids (5–11): $2
👶 Ages 4 & under: FREE

🚗 Gates Open: 7:00 PM
🎬 Movie Starts: At dusk

🍔 Come hungry! Our grill will be serving up all your favorites, plus popcorn, shakes, frozen lemonades, and plenty of movie snacks.

It’s the perfect weekend to load up the family, enjoy the cooler evening weather, and make some memories under the stars. We can’t wait to see everyone at the Stanford Drive-In! 🌺✨

07/11/2026

🌺🎬 We’re OPEN and ready for a great night!

The weather turned out perfect, and we’re excited to welcome everyone out for Disney’s live-action Moana tonight!

🍔 Grab dinner from the grill
🥤 Treat yourself to one of our specialty drinks or milkshakes
🍿 Fresh popcorn, funnel fries, burgers, and more!

🎟 Admission:
• Adults: $8
• Kids (5–11): $4
• Ages 4 & under: FREE

🚗 Gates are OPEN @ 7!
🎥 Moana starts at dusk

07/10/2026

🌊🌺 MOANA is on the big screen TONIGHT! 🌺🌊

The weather has held off for us and it’s turning into a BEAUTIFUL night for a movie under the stars! ✨🚗 Grab the family, your blankets, and come spend your evening at the drive-in!

🎬 Moana Live Action
📍 Stanford Drive-In
⏰ Gates open at 7:00 PM
🎥 Movie starts at dusk

🎟 Admission:
Adults — $8
Kids — $4
Ages 4 & under — FREE

🍔 Our grill will be open with all your drive-in favorites — smash burgers, grilled cheeses, loaded fries, quesadillas, milkshakes, frozen lemonades & more!

🌴 Make sure to try our Moana specials while you’re here! 🌺🥥

We can’t wait for a fun summer night with everyone. See you soon! 🍿🌅

07/09/2026

🌺🌊 The weather is looking PERFECT tonight for Moana! 🌊🌺

With Friday & Saturday looking like they could bring some rain, tonight is the night to grab your family, blankets, and snacks and enjoy a movie under the stars! ✨

🎟️ Gates open at 7PM
🎬 Movie starts at dusk
Adults $8 • Kids $4 • 4 & under FREE

We went all out with our Moana inspired specials this week 🥥🌴

🌺 Moana’s Island Dream
Pineapple coconut milkshake topped with whipped cream, sprinkles & a tropical flower

💚 Heart of Te Fiti
Blue curaçao + mango frozen lemonade topped with strawberry cold foam

🌋 Maui’s Lava Blast
Mango & peach lemonade with strawberry purée

🌊 Wayfinder Wave
Lemonade, Alani, or Sprite with lime, blue razz, green apple, sweet cream & glitter ✨

Come enjoy the sunshine while it lasts — we can’t wait to see everyone tonight! 🚗🍿🌴

07/07/2026

🌺🌊 The ocean is calling… 🌊🌺

Moana Live Action is coming to the Stanford Drive-In THIS Thursday, Friday & Saturday! 🚗✨

Gather the family and join us for a magical night under the stars on the big screen! 🌴💙

🎥 Gates open at 7

🎟 Admission:
Adults — $8
Kids — $4
Ages 4 & under — FREE

🍔🍿 Come hungry! The grill will be open with all your drive-in favorites. Skip the wait and use online ordering — place your order, wait for your text, and pick up at the window!

🎬 Movie begins at dusk

We can’t wait to see everyone for an unforgettable weekend! 🌊✨

06/30/2026

🇺🇸 No Movie This Weekend 🇺🇸

We will not be showing a movie this weekend due to the Fourth of July holiday and the county fair.

We hope everyone has a fun, safe, and blessed Fourth of July weekend with family and friends. We’ll see you all back at the drive-in soon! ❤️🤍💙

06/27/2026

🌧️ Tonight’s Movie is Canceled 🌧️

Due to the heavy rain, flooding, and forecast, we’ve made the decision to cancel tonight’s movie.

Your safety comes first, so please stay off the roads if you can and stay safe. We appreciate your understanding! ♥️

Address

1645 Ky Highway 78
Stanford, KY
40484

Opening Hours

Friday	4pm - 11pm
Saturday	4pm - 11pm

Telephone

+16063651317

Website

https://www.stanfordkydrivein.com/

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