Mesa Drive-in
Pueblo, CO
Opens: Spring 2026
What Visitors Say
The Mesa Drive-In is a beloved Pueblo landmark offering a classic outdoor movie experience with affordable double features. Despite some operational challenges like slow concessions and inconsistent staff interactions, it remains a popular family destination that preserves the nostalgic drive-in tradition. The venue offers good food, multiple screens, and a unique entertainment option for locals and visitors.
Based on 68 reviews
What People Love
Nostalgic Family Experience
- • Affordable double feature tickets
- • Outdoor movie watching experience
- • Multi-generational appeal
Concession Quality
- • Reasonably priced food
- • Tasty menu items like chicken strips and root beer floats
- • Better food quality than fast food
Things to Know
Service Inconsistencies
- • Long concession wait times
- • Occasional rude staff interactions
- • Unorganized order fulfillment
💡 Insider Tips
- Arrive early for best parking spots
- Bring a battery-powered radio to save car battery
- Consider bringing own food if concession lines are long
- Check movie showtimes and seasonal operation schedule
- Prepare for potential service inconsistencies
The Experience
🍿 Concessions
Slow service with long wait times, but generally good food quality and reasonable prices. Offers variety like root beer floats, chicken strips, and funnel fries.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
Popular for family outings, multi-generational appeal, and kid-friendly environment.
💵 Value
Double feature tickets considered affordable, especially for larger families compared to indoor theaters.
🎬 Picture & Sound
Screen brightness varies, with some challenges during dark scenes. Audio quality generally good.
🏢 Facilities
Large parking lot, multiple screens, clean bathrooms, nostalgic atmosphere.
👥 Service
Staff friendliness inconsistent, with some reports of rude interactions mixed with helpful experiences.
🚗 Parking
First-come, first-served parking with some staff guidance for vehicle placement
About This Drive-In
With two screens and state-of-the-art digital projection, the Mesa Drive-In showcases both first-run films and retro titles, ensuring there's something for everyone. The first movie typically starts as soon as the sun goes down, varying by season, with showtimes ranging from as early as 7:30 PM in April to as late as 9 PM in June and July.
The drive-in is pet-friendly, welcoming furry companions as long as they are kept on a leash outside of vehicles. The concession stand offers a full range of delicious snacks, including items like Dark Chocolate Raisinets, Haribo Bears, and a variety of burgers and hot dogs. Visitors can enjoy their favorite treats while watching movies in a relaxed atmosphere.
The Mesa Drive-In operates seasonally, with plans to reopen in Spring 2026. It is known for its commitment to showing movies rain or shine, making it a reliable choice for movie lovers. For those looking to catch a film, the schedule can be found on their website.
Established in 1951
Features & Amenities
Policies
- Outside Food:
- not allowed
- Alcohol:
- not allowed
- Rain Policy:
- We play movies rain or star-shine!
Snack Bar Menu
Dark Chocolate Raisinets, Haribo Bears, Skittles, Chewing Gum, Swedish Fish, M&Ms Peanut, M&Ms Plain, Red Vines, Ice Cream Floats, Kids Drink, Vitamin Water, Monster Energy, Bottled Water, Regular Fountain Drink, Large Fountain Drink, Jalapeno Poppers, Mozzarella Sticks, Seasoned Curly Fries, Green Chili Slopper, Chicken Tender Combo, Crispy Chicken Tenders, Corndog, All Beef Hotdog, 1/3lb Cheeseburger, 1/3lb Hamburger, Shoestring French Fries, Soft Serve Ice Cream, Old Fashioned Cone, Nacho Supreme, Nachos, Regular Popcorn, Large Popcorn, Watermelon, Whole Dill Pickle, Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies, Funnel Fries, Jumbo Soft Pretzel
Videos
Official Website
Quick Info
- Screens
- 2
- Capacity
- 1000 cars
Contact & Directions
2620 Sante Fe DrivePueblo, CO 81006
Location & Directions
Pueblo, CO 81006
GPS: 38.24314, -104.56443