BELCOURT DRIVE-IN Frequently Asked Questions

No, one ticket is needed per vehicle.

No, tickets are only available online through the Belcourt’s website.

Please check your junk or spam folder.

There are no refunds or exchanges. If you can’t use your drive-in ticket, we recommend that you give it to a friend to use.

The number of people in your vehicle cannot exceed the number of seatbelts. Of course — as with all drive-ins — back-seat viewing can be partially obstructed by front seat occupants. (Note that all vehicles must park facing the screen, and viewing will be through your windshield. We’re not able to accommodate viewings from truck beds or open hatchbacks.)

We’ll send ticket holders an email and text message if the forecast means we must cancel and your ticket will be refunded.

In case of inclement weather during the movie, please shelter in your vehicle. Light rain will not necessarily stop a screening. In the case of lightning or high winds, however — we’ll halt the screening. If it’s necessary to do so, vehicles must exit the lot under the direction of Belcourt staff to ensure everyone can leave safely and efficiently.

The parking lot will open one hour before the movie’s start time. 

Based on the type of vehicle you have — which you’ll indicate when you buy a ticket — you’ll be asked to arrive at the Belcourt within a particular time frame during that one-hour window. We’ll send that time frame information to you. This staggered arrival schedule helps ensure a more efficient parking process. 

You’ll also receive the time at which we’ll close the parking lot for entry. Once the lot is closed, no one will be allowed to enter for safety’s sake.

Your tickets will be scanned as you pull into the parking lot. Please make sure your ticket is either on your phone or have it printed. Our Belcourt parking lot staff will direct each vehicle to a specific parking spot.

It varies — but not too long! (And thanks in advance for your patience.)

Here’s how it works. The parking lot opens one hour before each drive-in screening’s start time. 

When you purchase your ticket, you’ll be asked to indicate your vehicle type — (1) sedan or coupe; (2) hatchback, station wagon or crossover; (3) minivan, SUV or truck. And based on the type of vehicle you have, you’ll be asked to arrive at the Belcourt during a particular time frame within that “one hour before showtime” window. 

This staggered arrival schedule helps ensure a more efficient parking process. And, depending on your vehicle type, you may be asked to wait briefly in a separate queue in front of the Belcourt’s building.

All these measures are aimed at making the parking process as efficient as possible — while also making sure that every vehicle has good sight lines for movie-viewing.

Extended or XL-size SUVs*, trucks and vans are not permitted — nor are RVs or any vehicle with a trailer attached — due to turning radius issues in the lot. Motorcycles, bicycles and walk-ins are not permitted for safety and distancing reasons.

*Examples of XL-size SUVs include Toyota Highlander XLE, Chevrolet Suburban/Yukon XL.

No. Once parked, you must stay in your vehicle at all times — unless visiting concessions or the restrooms, in which case masks must be worn and social distancing rules apply.

Sitting or standing outside in the lot itself, or sitting on your vehicle’s roof or hood is not permitted.

Yes. If you leave your vehicle to visit concessions or the restroom, you must wear a mask.

And please wear a mask when interacting with Belcourt staff members.

• Please make sure that your mask…
• Covers both your nose and mouth entirely
• Fits snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
• Is secured with ties or ear loops
• Includes multiple layers of fabric

Restrooms are located inside the Belcourt.

Restroom capacity has been limited (3 stalls in the women’s room; 1 stall/2 urinals in the men’s room) and the restrooms are regularly cleaned and sanitized by staff.

Masks must be worn at all times when outside your vehicle.

It’s cold, so we understand you’ll likely want to run your heater! However, headlights and running lights should be turned off during the movie. (And it’s a good idea to familiarize how to do so for your particular vehicle — every make/model seems to have slightly different “how-to’s.”)

No worries! We have a portable battery jumper.

All vehicles attending will need a functioning FM radio. You’ll receive the FM station frequency prior to your screening. Remember that you cannot tune to the signal with a smartphone.

Our best DIY solution is to bring a towel/blanket to cover the lights. It’ll help you enjoy the movie more!

You can bring a portable radio if your car’s radio doesn’t work (or your car’s doesn’t work). We’ll have a few (well-sanitized) backup radios at the Belcourt for your use on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes. We’ll also have our indoor concessions open and stocked with popcorn, candy, soda and water (payment via credit/debit cards only). We also encourage you to support our neighboring Hillsboro Village restaurants by purchasing takeout dinner to enjoy during the movie.

All local laws regarding consumption of alcohol will be in effect, and no alcohol will be available for sale.

All Belcourt staff wear masks and maintain 6-feet of distance between other staff and drive-in attendees.

All parking spots will be socially distant from each other.

All equipment (such as scanners, credit/debit card machines, etc.) are regularly and frequently sanitized.

Restrooms are regularly and frequently sanitized.

Hand sanitizer is available for your use.

We ask if you are feeling sick, please stay home to protect yourself and others. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose.

Please notify a Belcourt staff member.

If you have to leave the movie early, please notify a Belcourt staff member, and we will guide your vehicle safely out of the parking lot. Please do NOT pull out of your parking space without the guidance of a staff member.

First, please review our Belcourt Drive-In Procedures and Policies. If you still have a question, please email us at boxoffice@belcourt.org.