KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Hope to see you soon!

Please keep in mind….we are human - so while perfection is the goal, we will settle for excellence (as the great Vince Lombardi once said). So please, if you ever have a question or concern, just walk up to one of us. We’ll be glad to help!

Our GDIT Crew is amazing and we are fortunate to work with such hardworking (and fun) people. We all love what we do and work very hard to ensure a great time is had by everyone on every visit. We consistently work on improvements (some small, some big) in order to provide the best experience possible. And so far, it has resonated well with folks.

Building the GDIT was a dream come true. Since opening in 2009, we have sincerely appreciated so many families and friends visit and create fun memories – in a wholesome atmosphere, void of stress and drama.

Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go

OUR SCHEDULE (FRIDAYS TO THURSDAYS)

Because we show Double-Features of the latest movies, our movie schedules are typically confirmed just 4-7 days in advance. Schedules for an upcoming weekend/week are updated every Monday afternoon…..though we try to update sooner whenever possible.

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TICKETS & ADMISSION (NOW PREPAID ONLINE ONLY)

Since opening in 2009, all admission had been first-come, first-serve, paid at the front gate Ticket Booth, upon arrival, on a per person basis. However, as of May 1, 2020 - all tickets must be purchased in advance on our website. Note: Tickets for a new movie schedule go on sale Mondays at 7pm.

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OUR SCREENS

We have TWO screens at the GDIT, both offer a fun experience with excellent picture and sound – but each is unique. Hover or click on the screens below to see what each has to offer.



No switching screens/splitting up double-features – admission is for movies from specific studios.

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FOOD + ICE CREAM + BEVERAGES

Our popular, affordable menu of classic American food & treats (including our famous “Gooch Dog”) HAS RETURNED with extra precautions! See our full menu.



Like all movie theaters, the GDIT survives off concession purchases. Because of this - outside food & beverages are not permitted.



Cash, VISA, and MC are accepted forms of payment at the Snack Bars and Ice Cream Trailer.

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WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN GOING



ARRIVAL TIMING

Arriving early is recommended…especially for more popular movie line-ups. How early? Every night is different so there’s no exact answer to that question. The GDIT posts real-time parking updates on Facebook to keep folks informed as to how busy we are. Barring an early sellout, the gates close 10 minutes before showtime (never wait until then to arrive). Once the gates are closed, no later entry that evening by vehicle or walk-in.

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REMINDER: For the first few weeks of our 2020 Season, all tickets must be purchased in advance online until further notice.

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ENTRY AT THE GATES

Any lane is good for entry to either screen. As you approach the Ticket Booth you’ll see 'The Grove' to your left and the 'Main Screen' straight ahead. Sorry, no drop-offs -or- walk-ins are allowed.

PARKING

• Designated parking rows for different-sized vehicles

(Park between the colored dots)

YELLOW SPACES: Cars only

BLUE SPACES: Most Minivans and short SUV’s

WHITE SPACES: Large Pickup Trucks and SUV’s

• Once parked – please turn off engine and lights including spoilers

• Keep raised hatches tied to roofline level…

(note: some hatches have curvatures that when lowered,

to roofline level, don’t allow viewing of the screen)

• Ok to set up chairs between vehicle and screen

-currently only 2-3 folks sitting outside of vehicle in chairs allowed due to social distancing guidelines

-ok to sit in bed of trucks

• Please keep people and objects off roof

• Sorry, no “saving spaces”

• GROVE patrons….3 rows of reserved spaces for lawn viewing

+ 30 spaces for in-car viewing

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RESTROOMS

Our restrooms are well-known for their cleanliness and for being ADA compliant. UPDATE: During these unusual times, we have also taken the follow steps to ensure social distancing and enhanced hygiene:



Limit of 2-3 people in restroom (exceptions for parent with kiddos)

Installed touch-less fixtures: faucets, toilets, soap dispensers, towel dispensers

Doors will be left open…but privacy maintained

6ft markers separating folks in line

Constant cleanings

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HEARING THE MOVIE & YOUR CAR

Both our Main Screen and The Grove transmit movie sound via FM signal.

For Grove patrons sitting on the lawn, sound is provided via in-ground speakers. Any standard FM radio will work - either from your vehicle or portable. Sorry, but no radio apps will pick-up our signal, we will give you the channel information at the gates when you arrive.

WON’T MY CAR BATTERY GET DRAINED?

If listening via your vehicle’s FM radio, a healthy car battery will provide hours of reliable power without dying.



TIP: Always be sure to keep fans, lights, etc. off – operate just your radio

and it should be fine.

On the slim chance your battery should need a jumpstart to get going, we provide them for free. No one has ever been stranded at the GDIT due to a dead battery - and we won’t let you be the first.

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MY LIGHTS COME ON WHEN I POWER UP

For 98% of the vehicles manufactured, there are a couple of easy ways to disable the lights:

OPTION A

Power off everything (remove key if equipped)

Engage parking (emergency) brake

Power on (insert key and turn to ACC position -or- push button start once without foot on brake)

On most vehicles this will keep headlights off

OPTION B

On some newer vehicles equipped with touchscreens, you must go through the settings options on-screen to

disable the headlights from coming on. These will vary according to the make of the vehicle. Be sure to familiarize yourself with your vehicle before attending.

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SHOWTIME!

As soon as the screen lights up…



Shhhhhhhh……nice and quiet please

Ensure all engines and lights (both interior/exterior) are off

Turn off or cover in-dash touchscreens, cell phones, video screens

Careful not to step on your brake…or your brake light will turn on

No exiting during a show – to prevent disturbing other patrons

For upset babies, please walk them back to Snack Bar area so others aren’t disturbed





SMOKING & VAPING

Permitted in the designated area just behind the Main Snack Bar and Ice Cream Trailer (it offers covered seating with movie sound piped in)

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4344 Old Fredericksburg Road, Hadensville, VA 23067



A short drive from Richmond or from Charlottesville on I-64 at Exit #152 (Hadensville), making it the ideal area & site in Goochland County for a drive-in theater – providing convenient access from the Greater Richmond and Charlottesville areas.

