Jeep Day at the Drive In

[Chris]

April 21st. We'll have to wait until about a week before to know what's playing, but we can decide on that when the time comes. There is always something decent to watch. They usually group films into adult, or family oriented. Good times to come.

[PARTSPHIL]

OK this may sound like a dumb question to some, but where is this drive in movie?????

[Chris]

OK this may sound like a dumb question to some, but where is this drive in movie?????

guess i should have included that huh?

http://www.galaxydriveintheatre.com/

if anyone needs directions, let me know. it's easy to get to.

[Joepoppa1]

Is anyone eating before hand or should we also do kind fo a picnic? I know we always used to bring some grub to munch when I was a kid.

[Chris]

They don't like you to bring in food. They make most of their money from the concession stand. We usually get snacks and stuff there, but the lines to get cheeseburgers and dinner type food is always pretty long, so we eat before we go, then just snack while there. They have separate stands for snack stuff.

[TeXJ]

oops, my comment went up to the top... Anyways about what time were ya'll thinking?

[Chris]

oops, my comment went up to the top... Anyways about what time were ya'll thinking?

i would suggest getting there no later than 730, preferably before 7 because there will be a line to get in. saturdays are usually the most crowded. i'm not having any luck getting in touch with the theater to see about reserving a section for us. i've tried several times, so if we get there early, we can all get together and just talk jeeps for a while i guess. if you want to eat before, i'd suggest going to waxahachie, or somewhere off 45 and eat before hand. there's not much else out there.

also, the movies that they have on now will probably carry through for the next few weeks, so if everyone wants to check out what's showing now, you can get an idea of what will probably be on when we go.

[Joepoppa1]

What will we be watching? is everyone pretty much planning on going their own way once we get there, or can we agree on something entertaining for the whole family? I don't feel comfortable with my 4 and 6 year olds watching Grindhouse...

[Chris]

What will we be watching? is everyone pretty much planning on going their own way once we get there, or can we agree on something entertaining for the whole family? I don't feel comfortable with my 4 and 6 year olds watching Grindhouse...

I'd like to see "meet the robinsons." It's gotten a lot of good ratings. I'm sure next week they'll pair it up with another "family friendly" movie. If anyone just wants to see something not 'family friendly', I don't see any reason not to, but I suspect we'll end up as a big group somewhere. My kids are 4 and 5, so I'm planning something they'll enjoy too. Everything I've ever seen at the drive in so far has been a kid type movie, and I've enjoyed going every time; even if some of the 'kid movies' weren't that great. It's not necessarily the movie that makes going to the drive in fun.

[venko]

Just in case you missed my post in the RSVP section. Driving by the drive in today they are setting up a small carnival with rides and games. Should be a great night for a family outing. I'll be at the next outing for sure.

[RedRubiconLJ]

Just a little info on the place.

I looked at the listings it appears Meet the Robinsons and Are we done yet will be the kid friendly movies. My kids want to see Robinsons. They have been asking me to go see it since it came out.

Ticket prices are $6 for adult and $2 for 5-11. Under 5 is free.
They start at 8pm, gates open at 630pm.

They do not allow oustide food, drinks or coolers. The prices on their menu are pretty reasonable IMO.

The carnival setting up is part of the Galaxy Theater weekend festivities they are calling their "Spring Fling".

[04LJ]

If you want to eat before arriving, about 2 miles South from the theater on I45 takes you to Ennis. There are all kinds of food right off of the interstate. Taco Bell, Chili's, Braums, McDonald's, DQ, Taco Cabana, IHOP, Chinese Buffet........

[Chris]

So what does everyone want to see? There will be two choices, as far as family friendly goes...Meet the Robinsons and Wild Hogs, or Are We Done Yet? and Blades of Glory.

When you pay, you are paying for one screen. In other words, you can't get up and go to another screen when the first one is over. You can obviously park in certain areas where you can see all 4 screens, but when you pay, you are paying for the two movies playing on that one screen. They'll tell you what station to tune your radio to when you arrive, depending on which screen you attend.

Honestly, I'm up for any of those two. I just need to know what everyone else is up for. My vote would be Robinsons and Hogs. I figure my kids (4 and 5) will be ok with a PG-13, but if anyone wants to leave after the first show, it can easily be done during the 10 or 15 minute intermission. If it happens like it usually does, my kids end up hooking up with other kids, and they could care less about the movie after that, since they're too busy playing. That's the beauty, no theater to be quiet and sit still in.

I plan to get there around 630. The weather is looking like it's really going to work out good for us. High around 80, lows in the 60s, mostly cloudy, no rain forecasted. Oh, and if you want to bring some snacks or something, they don't check. Get there early if you want to hit the snack bar. I usually bring some chips and a container of water for my kids. They usually hit the concession stand, but like I've said before, the food stand is pretty busy, while they have a few other snack bars that sell candy and drinks that aren't too bad.

[ZANIAC]

Still gong to try to make it hopefully.
Wild Hogs sounds good,been wanting to see that one myself.

[Yellow Critter]

I'm with Steve, Wild Hogs ... need a good comedy the way this week is going.

[Joepoppa1]

I'd like to see "meet the robinsons." It's gotten a lot of good ratings. I'm sure next week they'll pair it up with another "family friendly" movie. If anyone just wants to see something not 'family friendly', I don't see any reason not to, but I suspect we'll end up as a big group somewhere. My kids are 4 and 5, so I'm planning something they'll enjoy too. Everything I've ever seen at the drive in so far has been a kid type movie, and I've enjoyed going every time; even if some of the 'kid movies' weren't that great. It's not necessarily the movie that makes going to the drive in fun.

That sounds good. My kids will love it! Saturday night is supposed to be gorgeous too, new is saying 79 and partly coudy during the day and 60 at night. put the top dow and maybe bring a sweater and enjoy Ma' Nature and a flic.

[RedRubiconLJ]

Robinsons and Wild Hogs. The wife and I have seen Hogs and it is hilarious. You will like it Steve.

[MonoCog]

Kroger has candy on sale, 10 for $10 Hershey's, Reeses, Snickers,Raisinets, and Whoppers. :)

[Joepoppa1]

MMMMMMMM....Whoppers

[Chris]

we'll be there between 630 and 7. see everyone there.

[cst_jeep]

I will be there! It will be me and my wife!

[ZANIAC]

This is on I-45 close to Ennis, right?

[cst_jeep]

This is on I-45 close to Ennis, right?

Yes! that is right!!

[Chris]

This is on I-45 close to Ennis, right?

Look for the exit for 879. You can also take 35 south to Waxahachie. From 35, take 287 south. Exit 879, and take a nice country drive to the theater. Once you get to 45, you take a left up the southbound access road. You can't miss it. The entrance is loaded with lights. If you get there much after 7, there will probably be a line going down the access road. They will have all ticket booths open, and they work both sides of each booth, so if people aren't pulling up, and you see a vacant window, go around and pull up to it. They usually try to get people to pull up to the windows, but a lot of people aren't familiar with it. Also, it's CASH ONLY, so make sure to bring some.

If tomorrow night is anything like tonight, it won't get any better than that. I don't remember, but I don't recall seeing many previews, if any, so if you want an idea of when you'll be leaving, take the film run time, add about 7 or 8 minutes to the front, 10-15 minute intermission, and plan for it to start around 820 or so.

Looking forward to seeing everyone there. Hopefully it won't be the last, and you guys won't be throwing tomatoes at me for dragging you all out to the middle of nowhere.

[Chris]

One other thing...Do you think I'd be doing a disservice if I washed my Jeep tomorrow morning? It hasn't been washed since a few weeks before the last Gilmer trip. Sad, I know. :)

[ZANIAC]

One other thing...Do you think I'd be doing a disservice if I washed my Jeep tomorrow morning? It hasn't been washed since a few weeks before the last Gilmer trip. Sad, I know. :)

Take it over to Glenn's and he will wash it just so he can wear his thong
:vomit:



It's ok Chris,I'm gonna' wash mine too :)

[Lonestar TJ]

Is there a specific meeting place we are all trying to get together at or should i just look for other Jeeps with LSJC stickers?

Jake

[Chris]

Is there a specific meeting place we are all trying to get together at or should i just look for other Jeeps with LSJC stickers?

Jake


I tried several times to get in touch with the theater about getting a spot, but to no avail. I'm leaving in about 45 minutes, so I'll be there around 630 when they open. Look for my Jeep. Just get into the screen for Robinsons and Hogs.

[Lonestar TJ]

Alright im planning on leaving about right around then too. Thanks for the quick reply I'll see you there.

[RedRubiconLJ]

My Family and I had a blast at the movies tonight!

This was a Great idea. We are ready for another anytime!

There was quite the turn out of Jeeps!! Many more than I had expected.

[Chris]

I hope everyone had a good time. We sure did. I met even more great people. I hope you guys that went topless thawed out ok. It got a little breezy toward the end. I had to seal everything back up during intermission.

If anyone wants to go again, set a date and we'll be there. :wave:

[Shaggnastie]

Me and Kathy had a great time ..... It was a really nice night to go to the drive-in. It was a little breezey at the end but nothing a few more blankets next time won't solve. Next time we are going to throw a bunch of sleeping bags and padding in the back of the jeep .... with the backseat out it is actually a pretty nice place to lay back and watch the movie. We will be up for another night in the future too. Just let us know. As always ... it was nice seeing all the jeeps and jeepers and they family there.

The Event was definitely a winner ..... this might need to be added to the calender during the summer months ... maybe once a month(on non-run weekends) .... We (me & kathy) won't be able to make it every month ,,,, but that way maybe others that couldn't make it this time will have a time that they can make it. Beside it gives some of us a reason to get out of the house.

We had fun ...later ,,,

[sighman]

We're sorry we couldn't make this and it sounds like you all had a lot of fun. We would definitely like to see this done again and hopefully be able to attend the next time!!!

[DJFriar]

Definately do another one, I dunno how I missed this.

[Gadget]

Bennye and I had a good time at the movies. Nice to see everyone. :wave:

[ZANIAC]

:wave: Chris...we appreciate you getting this night out up and going for us...it was really good to see and get to talk with everyone that came out to the drive-in...good time for all...
if it hadn't been for that frigid breeze that was blowing in from the frozen hinterlands,it would have been darn near perfect...
guess Lisa and I should have toted along some sub-zero parkas to stay warm :lol: .
Wild Hogs....funny flic :lol2:

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e230/sprayberry659a/funny%20pics/wildhogs.jpg



I was thinking......maybe we should do this again for sure when the sequel
comes out....

Wild Hogs 2....the latter years

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e230/sprayberry659a/funny%20pics/wildhogs-1.jpg

[ZANIAC]

BTW...thanks again Bobby for the blanket for Lisa for the very exhilarating cold ride home with the top down on zilla.

[Bennye]

Steve, I believe you hit the nail on the head with this picture. BEST YET!!!!

Bennye

[Joepoppa1]

That was a great time. It was funny listening to the kids trying to get back to their cars. we heard one kid say, "Where are we going? I'm confused, there are so many Jeeps!!!" I am definitely in for the next one!.

[MonoCog]

Yes, we had a good time :)