LA drive-in theater costs just $14 and is the perfect fun date night

Skip the $200 dinner reservation — this retro LA date night costs less than a fast-food combo.

Paramount Drive-In Theatres offers movie lovers a throwback night out for just $14 a ticket, making it one of the cheapest date ideas in Los Angeles County.

Located in the city of Paramount — on Paramount Blvd near Rosecrans Ave — the old-school drive-in delivers vintage charm with modern upgrades, including two 75-foot outdoor screens, digital laser projection and FM radio sound that plays directly into your car speakers.

A video posted by SoCalNation recently spotlighted the theatre as a budget-friendly “retro date night,” showcasing classic concessions like giant pretzels, ICEEs alongside current film listings.

General admission costs $14 for guests ages 12 and older, while children 3-11 pay $7 and toddlers 2 and under get in free — a rare bargain in a region where movie tickets can easily top $20.

Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis, with box office opening about an hour before showtime. The theatre recommends arriving early to secure a good parking spot and time to grab snacks before the movie begins.

According to its website, the venue prides itself on offering a “clean, safe, and friendly environment,” while maintaining traditional drive-in rules.

For Angelenos looking to impress a date without torching their wallet, the nostalgic spot proves a classic movie night can still be had — at a price that feels straight out of another decade.

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