Stories
The Local Artists Behind Our Concession Stand MuralsAt Troyce Gatewood & Partners Movie Nights, the concession stand is more than a place to pick up popcorn, candy, and cold drinks. It is one of the first sights…
How to enjoy a drive-in movie by yourselfGoing to a drive-in alone can feel unfamiliar at first, especially when the setting seems designed for groups, couples, or families. Yet the format gives solo…
How Closed Captioning Works at Outdoor Movie NightsA drive-in movie brings together the glow of a large screen, the comfort of your own vehicle, and the shared excitement of watching a story with neighbors. For…
A day behind the box office windowWhen movie night arrives at the Frederick Fairgrounds, the audience sees a giant screen, glowing headlights, food trucks, and friends settling in for an…
Behind the Lens: Our Photographer Captures the Magic of Movie NightsA drive-in movie is built around a screen, but the experience reaches far beyond the film itself. At the Frederick Fairgrounds, the evening begins when cars…
Managing A Drive-In Movie Night During Thunderstorm RiskA drive-in screening depends on open space, parked vehicles, electrical equipment, and a crowd gathered outdoors. When a thunderstorm watch or warning…
Why Every Ticket Helps Frederick CharitiesA movie night at the Frederick Fairgrounds is an easy way to enjoy a classic film, discover a new favorite, and spend time with people who matter. Families…
Movie Pairings Frederick Has Asked For Again And AgainA great drive-in double feature can feel like a tiny festival: two films, one shared setting, plenty of conversation between screenings, and a soundtrack…
A More Comfortable Summer Night Under the StarsSummer movie nights bring together everything people enjoy about outdoor entertainment: warm evenings, familiar films, good food, and time with family or…
The History Of Double Features From Repertoire To RevivalBefore streaming libraries and multiplex schedules, going to the movies was often an evening-long event. Audiences might see a newsreel, a cartoon, a short…