Sunset Drive-In

Sometimes you only know what kind of service you are going to receive is when something unexpected happens and that is what happened to us while we were at the Sunset drive in theater in Colchester. It was our first time, we watched the movie and left, no issues, food was as ordered, movie screen was okay, staff were friendly but nothing extraordinary and more than a typical movie going experience. But then we get home and I could not find my wallet, having made no other stops we return to the Sunset Drive-in theater not sure how we would be able to search in the dark, it was around 10:30 pm..and if we could even turn our lights on with movies still playing. To our pleasant surprise, the box office person was very helpful and radioed staff to help us look for the wallet. Two grounds crew met us in the row where we had parked and helped us search the parking spots and also looked in the car. They brought their flashlights and walked up and down with us, there was a not a single moment that I felt that I was being an inconvenience, everyone seemed like they cared about me finding my wallet. For some, this may be a typical experience, but us being minorities sometimes the level of service we receive varies unfortunately. We did not find the wallet at that time, but we are genuinely appreciative of the efforts of the staff. They were very nice, friendly, and showed real consideration for us which I believe is lacking in some service industries. The staff also took my number and name down, promising that if someone found it in the morning, they would call us which again was very thoughtful. Eventually, when we got back home, we found my wallet, after going through the car for a couple of hours..it had fallen into a crevice inside the door and it was very well hidden from all of us. This is a very simple act that the staff at the drive in theater, but it was a truly amazing experience for me given my small moment of crisis.

Sunset has a very organized system, great setup with high quality displays. They have excellent selections of new releases, blockbuster hits, and classics at affordable pricing. Their online ordering system (for tickets and food) is very convenient and they provide generous sorting in between cars. Always a double feature for the price of 1, if you choose to stay that late. They're also good about enforcing cargo door hight restrictions and such. A wonderful place for a summer/autumn evening activity.

I have been many times over the years and I am always impressed. The screens look better than any other drive in I have been to. The snack shack makes loads of options for food and at a reasonable price. Even during covid they found a way to keep things chill and feel safe. Its always been a great time at this drive in and I look forward going again soon.

This was my first time at a drive in theater, so I don't have much to compare. I thought the picture was good. The sound is as good as it is in your car ( you tune to am FM station ). People largely kept their distance and wore masks outside of the vehicles. Bathrooms were the portable kind, so that could use improvement. The experience is different from a traditional theater but certainly fewer people having conversations during the film.

What a American classic! The experience connects you to a time almost forgotten. The magic of watching a movie from your car or back of your truck just can't be compared to today's theaters. Whether your with a date or your family, you won't be disappointed. There's a classic concession stand and between movies, the classic, Lets all go to the Snack Bar intermission film plays! If you're looking for a memorable evening this is worth the drive! Our family ordered Chinese take out and tailgated during the movie. It was a blast!