Apache Drive-in Theatre
Globe, AZ
Photo by RoadsidePeek.com

The Apache Drive-in Theatre of Globe, Arizona is an example of the recent fate of drive-in theatres throughout the country. Seemingly in decent shape, weeds on lot notwithstanding, the Apache sports its proud single-screen right next to the major highway. However, giving away its fate is a single solitary sign on the lot advertising a multiplex theatre coming soon. Goodbye Apache. Sorry we hardly knew ya'.

Multiplex sign
Globe, AZ
Photo by RoadsidePeek.com

UPDATE 07/03 : The Apache Drive-in is still open for business and going strong! See photos taken in 2003 below. Many thanks to Rob Svirskas for photos and update. 07-03

Marquee Globe, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com	Ticket booth Globe, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
Snack bar Globe, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com	Apache Drive-in Theatre screen Globe, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com

UPDATE 07/13 : This (2013) is the last season for the Apache Drive-in. They plan to close the drive-in around Labor Day weekend, as they don't want to or plan to go digital. Many thanks to David Hughes for update. 07-13

UPDATE 10/13 : Here's the update for the Apache Drive In in Globe. The final weekend for the drive-in is Sept. 27 and 28th. they are planning a farewell party at the drive-in theatre on Saturday night. and playing American Graffiti for the last show forever. Many thanks to David Hughes for update. 10-13

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