We have come a long way with all the technology and home entertainment out there, but there’s still something fun about gathering up the family and heading to your nearest drive-in to enjoy movies on the big screen, under the stars, with all of your favorite snacks in hand. Visit these Oregon drive-ins before they become a thing of the past.

For three generations, the Francis family has been showing movies at the 99W Drive-in (3110 Portland Road, Newberg; 503-538-2738) and they don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. The single-screen venue features new films (and occasionally old – see its events page) on a seasonal basis, Thursday through Sunday. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and lines form fast, especially on Friday and Saturday. Visit the snack bar for any last-minute treats, such as popcorn and chili dogs, until about 10 minutes into the second feature, when the snack bar closes. Upcoming events include a 19th annual Volkswagen drive-in movie night on Aug. 10 as well as a Rose City Corvettes movie night on Aug. 17. Credit cards are accepted.

The Milton-Freewater Drive-In Theater (84322 Oregon 11, Milton-Freewater; 541-938-4327), situated just a few miles from the Oregon state line in Umatilla County, is another popular family-owned drive-in. Much like 99W, this drive-in operates seasonally (April to October) and shows double features of first-run movies Friday through Wednesday. Visit the website for upcoming showings. It’s worth mentioning that they do not allow outside food and are a cash-only establishment. Prices are quite reasonable.

La Grande Drive-In (404 20th St., La Grande; 541-963-3866) is another great option for a single-screen drive-in. Additionally, if the weather starts to act up, moviegoers can head to the nearby walk-in Granada 3 Theatre (1311 Adams Ave., La Grande). Drive-in operation is seasonal and no outside food or beverages are allowed. The website advertises all of the current double features at the drive-in as well as the showtimes for the Granada 3. Drive-in movies air at dusk. Prices are affordable and well worth the experience, especially for young kids. Cash and credit cards are accepted. Viewings are Friday through Sunday.

The all-new fourth edition of “Gerry Frank’s Oregon” guidebook is available through oregonguidebook.com; 503-585-8411; gerry@teleport.com; amazon.com; Macy’s; and P.O. Box 2225, Salem, OR 97308.