Skip the $200 dinner reservation — this retroLA date nightcosts 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 inLos Angeles County.
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Located in the city of Paramount — on Paramount Blvd near Rosecrans Ave — theold-school drive-indelivers 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.
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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 maintainingtraditional drive-inrules.
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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