Community gathers at the McHenry Outdoor Theater for fun under the stars to see two films back to back! Double features all season through December!

Box office opens at 6pm, first movie starts around 9pm! $15 for adults, $10 for kids 12 and under. Kids 3 and under are free.Click showtimes to see our full schedule! FAQ tab for answers to questions you may have including for first timers.

Carload Nights will be Tuesday and Thursday evenings and be just $15 for everyone in your car to get into the theater!

Monday, the Real Deal Pizza Meal can be purchased which includes admission, upgraded parking, an XL Pizza from Jexal’s McHenry, 4 soft drinks, and 4 popcorns for just $49. Buy the Pizza Meal Here.

Sunday, it’s Build Your Outdoor Survival Kit! See our staff for a punch card to win prizes at the end of the season. We’ll let you know when you can redeem your kit!

Wednesday is sensory night and closed captions for the hard of hearing.

We are open through December and a season pass may be perfect for you and the family! See movies anytime with a pass for your entire carload. Buy a season pass and merch here.

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Owner of the McHenry Outdoor Theater, Scott Dehn, with patrons on a beautiful night to see a double feature!
Dogs are welcome anytime at the McHenry Outdoor theater! We even have a "Bring Y our Dog to the Movies" Night in 2025!
Kids love to play under the big screen here at the drive-in in McHenry! The outdoor is a great place for a family outing!
Join us for Ferris Bueller's Day Off and five other movies for a John Hughes weekend here at the McHenry Outdoor Theater!
Sensory Nights are Wednesday at the McHenry Outdoor
Our staff is second to none at the McHenry Outdoor Theater! Ready to help you when you visit throughout the season!
Kat Porter of Lakemoor sings the National Anthem at the McHenry Outdoor Theater
Join us for a Mean Girls weekend on October 3rd and 4th, 2025 at the McHenry Outdoor Theater

GET A SEASON PASS, GIFT CARDS, AND MERCH!

Merch is for sale online and at the concession stand here at the McHenry Outdoor Theater

A great way to show support for the theater if you’re a frequent visitor is to get a season pass, or give someone the experience of the drive-in with a gift card.

T-shirts, Hoodies, Blankets, and more! Available to buy here on or site or in person at the concession stand too! We do not ship, orders will be available to pickup at the theater.