Why is Gepps Cross drive-in closing?
Adelaide will lose its last drive-in theatre early next year when the Mainline at Gepps Cross screens its final movie. Adelaide’s last drive-in theatre will close next year with its operators pointing to a range of issues, including the global COVID-19 pandemic, for its demise.
Why is Mainline Drive-in closing?
The iconic Mainline Drive-in has announced its closure due to the changing cinema industry, daylight savings, film piracy and the COVID-19 epidemic. The iconic Mainline Drive-in has announced this summer will be its last.
How many cars fit in Gepps Cross drive-in?
The Mainline Drive-In theatre at Gepps Cross opened on Friday 7 October as Australia’s first drive-in walk-in theatre. Patrons in 500 cars could watch the film. There was also parking for another 500 cars, and seating for 400 patrons.
What happened to Gepps Cross drive-in?
Adelaide’s only remaining outdoor drive-in cinema – Mainline Drive-In at Gepps Cross – will close in February 2022. The Wallis family, after 65 years of operating, has made the difficult decision to close the Gepps Cross Mainline Drive-In after the upcoming Summer season.
Where are the Adelaide Drive-Ins?
Over the years, the list of drive-ins in metropolitan Adelaide included: Ocean Line Drive-In Theatre – Dyson Rd, Christie Downs. Star Line Drive In Elizabeth – Main North Rd, Hillbank. Mainline Drive-In Theatre – Gawler Rd, Gepps Cross.
What date is Gepps Cross drive-in closing?
February 2022
The Mainline Drive-in at Gepps Cross will close in February 2022. It has been in operation for more than 65 years. Its owners say several things, including COVID-19, have contributed to it no longer being viable.
How do I get the drive-in radio on my iPhone?
Listen to broadcast radio on iPhone
- Ask Siri: Activate Siri, then say something like, “Play Wild 94.9” or “Tune in to ESPN Radio.”
- Search for a station: Tap Search, enter the station in the search field, then tap a result to play the station.
When did Gepps Cross drive-in open?
7 October 1955
It was opened on 28 December 1954, it was followed by the Mainline Drive-In theatre at Gepps Cross on 7 October 1955, which was Australia’s first drive-in / walk-in theatre (with a capacity for 500 cars and seating for 400 patrons).
Are there any drive-ins left in South Australia?
Following the closure of the Valleyline at Modbury in May 2003, only the Wallis Mainline Drive-in at Gepps Cross remained as the only remaining drive-in located in metropolitan Adelaide.
Can I use my phone as a radio at the drive-in?
It seems like it should be easy to get a radio app for a drive-in theater. But it isn’t (for now), because most phones do not have FM transmitters. There are some good radio apps like TuneIn, Simple Radio, or iHeartRadio.