Patron Policies

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 MAY 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. No Outside Food and Beverages:

Outside food and beverages are prohibited without purchasing a food & beverage permit before entering.

Per the permit conditions, sharing food or drink with patrons in other vehicles is not allowed.

Please see below for more information on the outside food and beverage policy.

**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 your viewing screen.

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.

No illegal substances or drugs are 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.

However, doing so is 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 OF THE MOVIES IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

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

Outside Food & Beverage Policy

At the Lake Shore Drive-In Theatre, we strive to create an enjoyable experience for all our guests.

To help us maintain our facilities and provide quality services, we have established the following policy regarding outside food and beverages:

1. Outside Food and Beverage Permit:

Outside food and beverages are not permitted on the premises without a valid permit.

A permit can be purchased for $10.00 upon entry at the box office when purchasing tickets.

Permits must be displayed clearly in the front window of your vehicle on the driver’s side.

2. Enforcement of Policy:

Vehicles found inside the theatre without a valid permit for outside food and beverages will be subject to a penalty fee of $20.00 for a permit or may be asked to leave the premises

We appreciate your honesty and cooperation with our staff at the box office.

3. Support Our Concession Stand:

Theatres earn very little (on average, under 30%) from ticket sales.

This means they rely heavily on concession sales to remain operational.

We encourage you to support our concession stand and help keep Lake Shore Drive-In thriving.

Thank you for your understanding and support. Enjoy the show!