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SUMMARY:Misquamicut Drive-In: JAWS
DESCRIPTION:Misquamicut Drive-In: JAWS brings one of the most iconic summer thrillers ever made back to the big screen just steps from the shoreline at Misquamicut Drive-In. Steven Spielberg’s legendary 1975 blockbuster transformed beach season forever with its story of a quiet coastal town terrorized by a great white shark lurking just offshore. Even decades later\, the tension still works. The slow build\, the unforgettable score\, and the feeling that something might be circling beneath the water make JAWS the kind of movie that feels especially perfect to watch near the ocean on a warm summer night. \nThe Misquamicut Drive-In has become one of Rhode Island’s most nostalgic seasonal attractions\, blending old-school drive-in culture with the atmosphere of a beach town summer evening. Cars line up facing the massive outdoor screen while families\, couples\, and groups of friends settle into lawn chairs\, truck beds\, and open tailgates with snacks and blankets. On nights when the ocean breeze rolls through the area\, the experience feels less like a normal movie screening and more like a community gathering wrapped in neon lights\, salt air\, and movie quotes everyone somehow already knows by heart. \nPart of what gives the drive-in its charm is how immersive the setup becomes after dark. Guests tune their car radios to 96.3 FM\, where the movie audio is broadcast directly into vehicles\, creating an unexpectedly cinematic experience\, especially with the windows down on a cool night. Speakers near the front rows also project sound toward the screen area\, adding another layer to the atmosphere for guests sitting outside their vehicles. Between the beachside setting\, the giant screen glowing against the night sky\, and the collective reactions during JAWS’ most famous scenes\, it becomes the kind of summer memory people talk about long after the credits roll. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Tune vehicle radios to 96.3 FM for movie audio\n• Guests sitting near the screen can also hear audio through front speaker systems\n• Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged for guests watching outside their vehicles\n• Arrive early for better parking spots and easier entry\n• Be respectful of neighboring vehicles by keeping headlights off during the movie\n• Outside snacks may be allowed\, but guests should check event policies before arriving\n• Beach evenings can become cool after sunset\, so bringing layers is recommended \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/misquamicut-drive-in-jaws/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misquamicut Drive-In
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SUMMARY:Misquamicut Drive-In: GREASE
DESCRIPTION:Misquamicut Drive-In: GREASE turns a summer movie night in Misquamicut Drive-In into a nostalgic singalong filled with leather jackets\, chrome-era romance\, and iconic musical numbers that still pack crowds decades after the film’s release. Starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John\, GREASE became one of the most beloved movie musicals ever made thanks to its catchy soundtrack\, colorful energy\, and endlessly quotable scenes. Songs like “Summer Nights\,” “Greased Lightnin’\,” and “You’re the One That I Want” have become part of pop culture history\, making this the kind of movie audiences don’t just watch\, they participate in. \nThe Misquamicut Drive-In has become a summer tradition for locals and visitors looking to combine classic entertainment with Rhode Island beach town atmosphere. As the sun disappears and the giant outdoor screen lights up\, the area fills with families\, couples\, and groups of friends settling into lawn chairs and open tailgates with snacks and blankets. There’s something timeless about watching a movie under the stars near the shoreline\, especially one built entirely around youthful summer energy\, romance\, and music. The setting fits GREASE almost too perfectly. \nPart of the experience comes from the drive-in’s old-school audio setup\, which gives the night an immersive\, communal feeling. Guests tune their car radios to 96.3 FM to hear the movie soundtrack directly through their vehicles\, and on warm evenings with the windows down\, the music drifts across the lot like surround sound. Speakers near the screen also project audio for guests parked close to the front rows\, adding even more atmosphere for those sitting outside. Between the beach breeze\, neon glow\, and an audience quietly mouthing lyrics together under the night sky\, this becomes less of a movie screening and more of a summer event. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Tune vehicle radios to 96.3 FM for movie audio\n• Front-row guests can also hear sound through outdoor speaker systems\n• Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged for guests sitting outside vehicles\n• Arriving early is recommended for preferred parking and setup time\n• Keep headlights off during the movie to avoid disrupting the screen\n• Bringing layers or hoodies is a good idea once temperatures cool after sunset\n• Guests should check event policies regarding outside food and beverages before arriving
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/grease/
LOCATION:Misquamicut Drive-In\, 316 Atlantic Avenue\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misquamicut Drive-In
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