08 Sep 2020

Out on the Town: Fort Mason’s Drive-In Movie Theater

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FALL INTO FUN @ FORT MASON FLIX! We’re thrilled to announce #FORTMASONFLIX, our pop-up drive-in theater coming to the #FortMasonCenter campus starting Friday September 18, 2020! FORT MASON FLIX is San Francisco’s FIRST drive-in located on its iconic waterfront, and will present a host of film programming, from family favorites and cult classics to blockbusters and arthouse cinema. Running 2 shows 6 days a week through October 18, FORT MASON FLIX features an oversized 40’ x 20’ high definition LED Screen that’s up to 90x brighter than a standard movie theater projector. To operate responsibly, FORT MASON FLIX will offer online ticket sales, contactless check-in and concessions, a limited capacity, safe physical distance between vehicles, regular cleaning of restrooms and PPE for all staff. Visitors will be required to wear masks at concessions, when using the restrooms, and at all times they are not in their vehicle. During its run, FORT MASON FLIX will host special screenings in partnership with local film festivals and other non-profit organizations, allowing Bay Area non-profits to use the drive-in as a pop-up fundraiser and convene their communities for a special night of programming. OPENING WEEKEND SCHEDULE: Friday, September 18 6pm: Minions 9pm: The Matrix Saturday, September 19 6pm: Xanadu 9pm: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Sunday, September 20 6pm: Frozen 9pm: Purple Rain FORT MASON FLIX is supported by @DoTheBay, its official media partner, and @Xfinity. Interested in partnering with FORT MASON FLIX? –Sponsorship inquiries: please contact [email protected] –Rental inquiries: please contact [email protected] See you at the drive-in! For movie schedules and tickets, please visit fortmason.org/flix (link in bio) fortmason.org/flix

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Drive-in movie theaters are the summer activity of quarantine! This wouldn’t be the first time we’d be posting about something like this during the pandemic, but it’s starting to pick up traction in other areas. Growing up, drive-ins were the old school outing, but it was considered more of a treat than a constant. For example, I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve actually been. However, the Fort Mason location is quite exciting not just cause of proximity, but because it’s a good use of the space.

Beginning September 18th, the drive-in will operate for a month showing two films six days a week until October 18th. “Minions” which will be airing on Friday, September 18th at 6PM is already sold out! One ticket comes at a price for $49 and covers however many people you can fit in your car. For more info, click [here]

Posted on September 8, in Life