Pile everyone into the car. And, don’t forget some comfy blankets, maybe a few snacks, and whatever else you need for an evening under the stars. This old-fashioned drive-in near Pittsburgh promises the perfect summer experience – from tossing a Frisbee before the double feature starts at sunset to making a pit stop at the snack bar during intermission.

Riverside Drive-In in Vandergrift, about a 50-minute drive from downtown Pittsburgh, offers moviegoers a retro experience that just can't be replicated at today's movie theaters.
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The ticket booth opens nightly at 7:30 p.m. And, you'll probably want to arrive near opening time - to grab a good parking spot and...
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To enjoy some lighthearted play - Frisbee, tossing a football, or kicking the soccer ball around - as you wait for the sun to go down.
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Of course, a night at the drive-in wouldn't be complete without a visit (or two, or three) to the snack bar.
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Stock up on all of your favorite movie snacks - pizza, foot long hot dogs, burgers, and chicken sandwiches. And, save plenty of room for fresh popcorn, funnel cakes, and even a pickle.
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Be sure to also drop quarters in the old-fashioned pop machine, and enjoy a glass bottle of your favorite pop.
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Leashed pets are allowed at Riverside Drive-In. However, you must clean up after your pets and ensure they don't bother other moviegoers.
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So, who's ready for a double feature? Adults (12 and older) pay $8, and children between six and 11 cost $4. Kids five and younger are free.
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Riverside Drive-In is located at 6108, 1114 Lees Lake Lane, Vandergrift, PA 15690.
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For more information on Riverside Drive-In, click here for the official website and here for Facebook.

Summer just wouldn’t be summer without a trip to this drive-in near Pittsburgh, would it? In fact, sometimes we all need to go a little retro, wouldn’t you agree? Fortunately, we live in a town with plenty of spots that allow us to do just that. Click here to read more.

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1114 Lees Lake Lane, Vandergrift, PA 15690