Ocala Drive-In Theatre in Ocala, FL
The Ocala Drive-In Theatre on South Pine Avenue (US 441) shows movies under the open sky on two screens, two films for one ticket. It is Ocala's only drive-in movie theater, and a cheaper night out than an indoor theater. This guide covers where it is, how showtimes work, what a night costs, the snack bar voucher rule and what to bring. Facts were checked against the theater's own website and the other sources listed below on October 21, 2026.
By Darrin DeTorres, Only In Ocala · Published February 23, 2026 · Last updated October 21, 2026
What is the Ocala Drive-In Theatre?
The Ocala Drive-In Theatre is an outdoor movie theater in Ocala, Florida, where guests watch films on a large screen from their own vehicles. Visitors typically tune in through their car audio, bring the family, and enjoy snacks from the concession stand. Check the official schedule for current showtimes, prices, and gate times.
The Ocala Drive-In at 4850 S Pine Ave in Ocala, Florida, is a two-screen drive-in movie theater that is open seven nights a week, rain or shine. Each screen shows a double feature, and admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12 and free for children 5 and under.
Tickets are sold only at the gate, not online, and the box office takes cash, Visa and Mastercard. Sound comes through an FM radio station, so the car radio or a portable FM radio works. Each vehicle also buys a $5 or $10 snack bar voucher, explained below.
Sources: the theater's FAQ page and Coming Soon page.
Ocala Drive-In location, hours and contact
The drive-in sits on South Pine Avenue on Ocala's south side, south of downtown Ocala. South Pine Avenue is also US 441 (US 27-301-441) through Ocala. The address is from the theater's own website, and the phone number is from the theater's Google Business Profile (checked October 21, 2026); the theater's website does not list a phone number.
Is the Ocala Drive-In closing?
A commercial real estate listing on Showcase.com offers the land at 4850 S Pine Ave, which it names "Ocala Drive In," for sale at an asking price of $1,799,900. The listing describes 11.6 acres zoned B-4 (Regional Business) with more than 920 feet of frontage on US 441, and markets the site for redevelopment. The listing names no buyer, and a listing is not a sale or a closing notice. No closing has been announced: as of October 21, 2026, the theater's Now Showing page still posted double features on both screens, and its Coming Soon page still says it is open seven nights a week, rain or shine. Read the full story: Is the Ocala Drive-In closing? The land is listed for sale, but the theater is still showing movies.
Address
4850 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
Phone
(352) 629-1325
Screens
Two screens, a double feature on each
Open
Seven nights a week, including all holidays
Admission
Adults $6, children 6-12 $3, 5 and under free
Payment
Cash, Visa or Mastercard at the gate and snack bar
Showtimes and what's playing
The Ocala Drive-In posts the current double features for both screens on the Now Showing page of its website, ocaladrivein.info, and puts next week's titles on the Coming Soon page as soon as they are booked. The theater says its Facebook page is the best place to follow schedule news.
The schedule the theater posted for Friday, October 16, through Thursday, October 22, 2026, listed both first features at 7:30 PM and the second features at 9:45 PM and 9:30 PM. The theater stresses that the listed time is when the movie itself starts, not the pre-show, so arrive before it. The FAQ page says gates are scheduled to open one hour before the movie and earlier on busy nights so cars do not back up onto the highway; the Coming Soon page listed a 7:15 PM gate time for that run. Arriving early is the safe choice.
The theater has two screens, each with its own double feature. A ticket is for one screen only. You can stay for both movies on that screen or arrive in time for just the second feature, but you cannot switch to the other screen.
Ocala Drive-In ticket prices and payment
Admission covers both movies of the double feature: $6 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and under. On top of tickets, every vehicle buys a concession voucher, which is added to the total at the gate.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | $6 |
| Child, ages 6 to 12 | $3 |
| Child, 5 and under | Free |
| Concession voucher, one person in vehicle | $5 (spent like cash at the snack bar) |
| Concession voucher, two or more in vehicle | $10 (spent like cash at the snack bar) |
Example: two adults and two children aged 8 and 10 pay $18 in admission plus the $10 voucher, $28 at the gate, and the $10 comes back as food. Tickets are not sold online. The box office and the snack bar both take cash, Visa and Mastercard. Prices are from the theater's website on October 21, 2026 and can change, so check before you go.
Snack bar and outside food rules
The theater explains that most of each ticket goes to the film studios, and the snack bar is what keeps the drive-in running. That is why every vehicle buys the voucher. Outside food and drinks are allowed, but the voucher is still required, and the voucher can go toward anything on the snack bar menu. The menu is posted on the theater's website, with prices subject to change.
What to bring to the drive-in
Radio and power
Sound is broadcast on an FM station, so any device that receives regular FM radio works. A battery-powered portable radio saves the car battery during a double feature.
Chairs and blankets
Lawn chairs are allowed, as long as you stay next to your own vehicle and do not take over another parking space. Blankets and pillows help for the second movie.
Pets
The drive-in calls itself pet friendly and says dogs that are part of the family are welcome. If you sit outside on lawn chairs, the theater asks guests to stay in the area of their own vehicle.
Bug spray
It is an open field in Central Florida, so pack insect repellent. The venue is not smoke free; smokers are asked to stay in their vehicle or step away from other guests.
Rain or shine policy
The Ocala Drive-In stays open when it rains. The theater says rain does not affect the quality of the picture, so a summer shower is not a reason to cancel. It is also open on every holiday.
Drive-in flea market
By day, the drive-in grounds host a flea market. Google Maps lists it as the Ocala Flea Market at 4850 S Pine Ave, open 9 AM to 4 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (checked October 9, 2026). The theater's website does not mention the market and the listing has no phone number, so check the listing before making a trip for it. For the Market of Marion, Mi Pueblo and the full weekly schedule, see our guide to Ocala flea markets.
Ocala Drive-In FAQ
Is the Ocala Drive-In closing?
No closing has been announced. The land at 4850 S Pine Ave is listed for sale on Showcase.com at $1,799,900 (11.6 acres, zoned B-4), but a listing is not a sale or a closing notice. As of October 21, 2026, the theater's website still posts double features on both screens and says it is open seven nights a week, rain or shine.
How much does the Ocala Drive-In cost?
Admission at the Ocala Drive-In is $6 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and under, and it covers both movies of the double feature on one screen. Every vehicle also buys a concession voucher ($5 with one person in the car, $10 with two or more) that is spent like cash at the snack bar.
Can you bring your own food to the Ocala Drive-In?
Yes. The theater allows outside food and drinks, but every vehicle must still buy the concession voucher: $5 for a single occupant or $10 for two or more people. The voucher is added to the ticket total at the gate and can be used toward anything on the snack bar menu.
Is the Ocala Drive-In open every night?
Yes. According to the theater, the Ocala Drive-In is open seven nights a week, including all holidays, and it stays open in the rain. Gates open one hour before the first movie, and earlier on busy nights so cars do not back up onto the highway.
How do you hear the movie at the Ocala Drive-In?
The soundtrack is broadcast on an FM radio station, so a car radio or any portable radio that picks up regular FM stations will work. The theater says you will pick up its station once you get there; it does not publish the frequency on its website.
Can you buy Ocala Drive-In tickets online?
No. The Ocala Drive-In does not sell tickets online. Tickets are sold at the gate when you arrive, and the box office takes cash, Visa and Mastercard.
Can you watch a movie on the other screen?
No. A ticket is good for the screen you buy it for. You can stay for both movies on that screen, or arrive for only the second feature.
Are dogs allowed at the Ocala Drive-In?
Yes. The theater calls itself pet friendly and says pets that are part of the family are welcome.
Is there a flea market at the Ocala Drive-In?
Google Maps lists the Ocala Flea Market at the drive-in address, 4850 S Pine Ave, with hours of 9 AM to 4 PM on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (checked October 9, 2026). The theater website does not list the market, and the market's listing has no phone number, so check the listing before making the trip.
Nearby things to do before or after the movie
Pair the drive-in with dinner, a show or a weekend morning at the flea markets. These guides cover the rest of an Ocala night out.
Entertainment in Ocala
Movie theaters, live shows, bowling and more.
Movie Theaters in Ocala
Indoor cinemas and showtime options around town.
Ocala Flea Markets
Market of Marion, Mi Pueblo and the drive-in market, with hours.
Market of Marion
Belleview flea and farmers market, open Friday through Sunday.
Date Night Ideas
Plan an evening out in Ocala.
Kids Activities in Ocala
Family outings across Marion County.
Things To Do in Ocala
Attractions and activities across the area.
Sources and how this guide was checked
Darrin DeTorres checked the facts on this page against the sources below, most recently on October 21, 2026. Photos are from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown with each one. Prices, gate times and the movie schedule change, so confirm with the theater before you go.
- Ocala Drive-In: Frequently Asked Questions (nights open, rain policy, gates, payment, sound, outside food, chairs, pets, screens)
- Ocala Drive-In: Coming Soon (admission prices, gate time, double features)
- Ocala Drive-In: Now Showing (current features and start times)
- Ocala Drive-In: Events (street address (4850 South Pine Ave))
- Showcase.com (CoStar) commercial listing: 4850 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34480 (property listed for sale: asking price, acreage, zoning (checked October 21, 2026))
- Google Maps: Ocala Drive-In (phone number and address (checked October 21, 2026))
- Google Maps: Ocala Flea Market (flea market hours)
Ocala Drive-In: autocine en Ocala, Florida
El Ocala Drive-In, en 4850 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34480, es un autocine con dos pantallas que abre los siete días de la semana, incluidos todos los días festivos, llueva o no. Cada pantalla presenta dos películas por una sola entrada: adultos $6, niños de 6 a 12 años $3 y menores de 5 años gratis. Cada vehículo compra además un vale de comida de $5 (una persona) o $10 (dos o más personas) que se usa en la cafetería. Los boletos se venden solo en la entrada, con efectivo, Visa o Mastercard, y el sonido se escucha por una estación de radio FM. Teléfono: (352) 629-1325.