Lake Shore Drive-In Theatre
Patron Policy

​To maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all our guests, patrons agree to abide by the following rules upon entering the Lake Shore Drive-In Theatre. Purchasing a ticket entitles you to the privilege of being on our private property.

 

**VIOLATION OF ANY RULE WILL RESULT IN EXPULSION WITHOUT REFUND!**

 

1. **Ticket Retention:**  

   Please retain your tickets and do not discard your stubs. If you leave the theatre, you must pay to re-enter.

 

2. **Speed Limit:**  

   The speed limit is 5 MPH throughout the premises.

 

3. **Outside Food and Beverages:**  

   Outside food and beverages are prohibited without purchasing a food & beverage permit at the ticket booth before entering. As per the permit conditions, sharing food or drink with patrons in other vehicles is not allowed. **THIS POLICY WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED.**

 

4. **Lighting:**  

   Please use ONLY your parking lights when entering the theatre. If your daytime running lights cannot be turned off, you may need to cover your headlights with brown paper, newspaper, and masking tape. Be sure to remove the covering when leaving!

 

5. **Parking for Larger Vehicles:**  

   - Vans, trucks, SUVs, and other tall vehicles must park in the back rows depending on the screen you are viewing.  White posts for Screen #1 and Yellow posts for Screen #2

 

6. **Golden Rule:**  

   One vehicle, one space—thank you! Each vehicle is entitled to one parking space. Please park close enough to allow for another vehicle to fit. If you’re enjoying the show outside your vehicle, please sit in front of it.

 

7. **Consideration for Others:**  

   Be considerate of those around you. Avoid loud voices, radios, or noises that may disturb fellow patrons.

 

8. **Footwear Requirement:**  

   Shoes must be worn at all times by all persons—no exceptions! Please refrain from carrying shoeless children.

 

9. **Respectful Behavior:**  

   Obscene language or profanity will not be tolerated. Running is not permitted. Please accompany your children if they leave the car.

 

10. **Marijuana and Recreational Drugs:**

    The use of marijuana or other recreational drugs is illegal in the State of Indiana and not permitted on theatre property.  Individuals who don’t follow the theatre's policy will be removed, and no refund will be issued.

 

11. **Alcohol and Glass Containers:**  

    Alcoholic beverages and glass containers are prohibited on theatre property.

 

12. **Horns and Noise:**  

    Please refrain from sounding your horn. If a problem arises, notify someone at the concession stand or security.

 

13. **Prohibited Items:**  

    Laser pointers are forbidden anywhere in the theatre.

 

14. **Cooking and Grilling:**  

    Cooking, grilling, or preparing food on the premises is not permitted.

 

15. **Screen Switching Policy:**  

    You may switch screens after the first feature movie of the screen for which you purchased tickets, but at your own risk (we do not guarantee a parking space on the new screen). Patrons switching screens must abide by all theatre policies. No refund will be issued if a technical issue occurs on the screen you switch to.

 

16. **Photography and Videotaping:**  

    PHOTOGRAPHS OR VIDEOTAPING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED INSIDE THE THEATRE.

 

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests. Enjoy the show!