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West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-in

Glendale, AZ

Last updated: Jan 17, 2026 Some details may not be current. Please verify with theater.

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

West Wind Glendale 9 Drive-in is a permanent drive-in theater located in Glendale, AZ. This venue features 9 screens, providing a diverse selection of movies for audiences of all ages. The drive-in offers affordable admission prices, with adults paying $8.75, children aged 5-11 at $2.00, and free entry for children aged 4 and under. On Tuesdays, the drive-in hosts a family fun night where tickets are just $6.00 per person, and children aged 5-11 can enter for $2.00. The theater utilizes digital projection technology and FM radio for sound, broadcasting on the frequency of 88.1 FM. The concession stand is available for guests, but outside food is not allowed. Pets are not permitted on the premises, and restrooms are available for visitors. For ticket purchases, guests can buy tickets online or at the gate. For more information on current movies and showtimes, you can visit their official website.

Established in 1958

Features & Amenities

Digital Fm Radio 🍿 Concession Stand 🚻 Restrooms

Audio & Video

Sound
FM Radio
FM Frequency
88.1 FM

Policies

Outside Food:
not allowed
Alcohol:
not allowed

Videos

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 Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301

623-939-9715

Location & Directions

5650 North 55th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301

GPS: 33.52113, -112.17971