West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-in
Glendale, AZ
What Visitors Say
West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-In offers a unique, family-friendly movie experience with multiple screens and a nostalgic atmosphere. Despite some facility limitations, it remains a popular destination for families seeking an affordable and flexible entertainment option. The venue provides a fun, relaxed environment where moviegoers can enjoy films from the comfort of their own vehicles.
Based on 55 reviews
What People Love
Family-Friendly Entertainment
- • Comfortable for families with young children
- • Flexible viewing options
- • Safe environment for kids to move around
Nostalgic Experience
- • Reminiscent of classic drive-in atmosphere
- • Last drive-in in Arizona
- • Unique movie-watching experience
Convenient Amenities
- • Reasonable food and ticket prices
- • Multiple screens
- • Option to bring own food and chairs
Things to Know
Facility Limitations
- • Small restrooms can get crowded
- • Occasional screen brightness issues
- • Background light pollution
Inconsistent Service
- • Variable staff friendliness
- • Some customer service challenges
💡 Insider Tips
- Arrive early for best parking spots
- Bring a portable radio for better sound
- Check for Tuesday family discount nights
- Consider bringing chairs and snacks
- Verify screen and audio quality before committing to a full movie
The Experience
🍿 Concessions
Offers a variety of food and drink options with reasonable prices and multiple snack choices, including slushies and popcorn.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
Extremely family-friendly venue with ample space for children to move around and enjoy movies without disturbing others.
💵 Value
Affordable ticket prices, with special discounts like family night on Tuesdays and competitive pricing compared to indoor theaters.
🎬 Picture & Sound
Uses laser video projector with generally good image quality, though some reviews noted occasional darkness or visibility issues.
🏢 Facilities
Nine screens available, with multiple movie options and a Sunday swap meet.
👥 Service
Staff vary in friendliness, with some helpful interactions and occasional customer service challenges.
🚗 Parking
Spacious parking lot with flexibility for seating inside or outside vehicles
About This Drive-In
Established in 1958
Features & Amenities
Audio & Video
- Sound
- FM Radio
- FM Frequency
- 88.1 FM
Policies
- Outside Food:
- not allowed
- Alcohol:
- not allowed
Videos
Official Website
Quick Info
- Screens
- 9
- Capacity
- 1000 cars
- FM Radio
- 88.1 FM
- Admission
- Adults $8.75, Children $2.00, Children 4 & under FREE, Laser Extreme: + $1.00 to each ticket, Tuesday is family fun night $6.00 Per Person $2.00 (Ages 5-11) Per Child
- Tickets
- online, at gate
Contact & Directions
5650 North 55th AvenueGlendale, AZ 85301
Location & Directions
Glendale, AZ 85301
GPS: 33.52113, -112.17971