Downtown Freehold Opens Drive-In Movie Theater

FREEHOLD, NJ – Following in the footsteps of northern neighbors Cranford and Millburn, downtown Freehold unveiled its Starlight Drive-In Movie nights last week, bringing the big screen to Freehold Raceway parking lot. The outdoor theater is slated to screen a new flick every Tuesday and Wednesday night.

The socially distant summer movie spot opened on July 14 and 15 with screenings of “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”. Next week’s slot will feature 1992 cult comedy “A League of Their Own”.

Reservations are required for entry, with a $5 fee charged for each car. However, each purchase will entitle ticket holders to a $5 gift certificate to select downtown eateries. Arrivals will be permitted one hour prior before showtime, with each film starting at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Sound will be provided via FM radio.

The drive-in theater is sponsored by Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough, Freehold Raceway, Freehold Rotary Club, Dana Companies, Immediate Appliance and Higgins Memorial Home. The entrance to the outdoor theater is located on Manalapan Avenue. Trucks, vans and SUVs will be directed to park in the rear section.

If you’re more of a morning person, the Freehold Farmers Market will be posted outside of the Hall of Records every Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, click here.

For showtimes and updates, click here or email marketing@downtownfreehold.com.

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