Parkway Drive-in
Maryville, TN
Opens: April
What Visitors Say
Parkway Drive-In Theatre offers a classic, family-friendly movie experience with affordable pricing and a nostalgic atmosphere. Located in Maryville, Tennessee, it provides double features in a spacious outdoor setting, with friendly staff and additional weekend flea market attractions. While experiencing occasional operational challenges like concession wait times, the venue remains a beloved local entertainment option that captures the traditional drive-in spirit.
Based on 61 reviews
What People Love
Family-Friendly Entertainment
- • Nostalgic drive-in experience
- • Affordable movie pricing
- • Welcoming atmosphere
- • Double feature options
Excellent Customer Service
- • Staff offers battery jump-starts
- • Proactive management
- • Helpful and friendly personnel
- • Radio rentals available
Things to Know
Operational Challenges
- • Long concession wait times
- • Inconsistent food quality
- • Potential parking view obstruction
- • Seasonal operation
💡 Insider Tips
- Arrive early to secure the best parking spots
- Bring a portable radio as backup
- Check seasonal operating schedule
- Consider bringing own snacks to supplement concessions
- Be prepared for potential long concession lines
The Experience
🍿 Concessions
Varies in quality, with some reviews noting long wait times and food inconsistency. Prices are generally considered reasonable for a family outing.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
Highly recommended for family entertainment, with a nostalgic atmosphere and kid-friendly environment.
💵 Value
Affordable pricing, typically $8 per adult, with double features offering excellent value compared to indoor theaters.
🎬 Picture & Sound
Large screen with good picture quality, crystal-clear radio sound, and loaners available for those without radios.
🏢 Facilities
Multiple bathrooms, though cleanliness and maintenance receive mixed reviews. Seasonal operation with winter closure.
👥 Service
Friendly staff known for going above and beyond, including offering free battery jump-starts and professional problem resolution.
🚗 Parking
Spacious lot with potential issues of trucks and large SUVs blocking views of smaller vehicles
About This Drive-In
The concessions at Parkway Drive-in are a highlight, featuring a wide range of delicious meals and snacks. Visitors can enjoy sandwiches, kids meals, various snacks, popcorn, and a selection of fountain and bottled drinks. The drive-in has a strict policy against outside food deliveries, ensuring that guests enjoy the offerings available on-site.
For audio, the drive-in utilizes FM radio broadcasting at 100.9 FM, allowing patrons to listen to the movie sound directly through their car radios. The drive-in operates on a cash-only basis at the ticket booth, while credit and debit cards are accepted at the concession stand. Admission prices can be found on the movie page of their website, which also provides information on the current movie schedule.
For any inquiries, guests can reach the Parkway Drive-in at +1-865-379-9865 or via email at tndriveinmovies@yahoo.com. While the drive-in does not currently have social media links listed, it encourages visitors to check their website for updates and movie listings.
Established in 1950
Features & Amenities
Audio & Video
- Sound
- FM Radio
- FM Frequency
- 100.9 FM
Policies
- Outside Food:
- not allowed
- Rain Policy:
- Movie plays regardless of rain.
Snack Bar Menu
Sandwiches, Kids Meals, Snacks, Popcorn, Fountain Drinks, Bottled Drinks.
Videos
Official Website
Quick Info
- Screens
- 1
- Capacity
- 400 cars
- FM Radio
- 100.9 FM
- Admission
- See Movie Page for admission price for each event.
- Tickets
- See Movie Page for ticket purchasing info.
- Payment
- CASH ONLY AT TICKET BOOTH! Cash Credit Debit at Concession!
Contact & Directions
2909 East Lamar Alexander PkwyMaryville, TN 37804
Location & Directions
Maryville, TN 37804
GPS: 35.75798, -83.92128