Brooklyn Drive-In FAQS

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Rooftop Films and Brooklyn Army Terminal invite you to experience a one-of-a-kind urban drive in experience at the end of the scenic pier at Brooklyn Army Terminal. The pier stretches out 1,200 feet into the Bay and offers gorgeous views of the water and lower Manhattan. We will be presenting a diverse collection of films this summer, including sneak previews of the best new independent and foreign films as part of the Rooftop Films Summer Series.

HOW WILL IT WORK?

Bring your ticket (either printed or on your phone) and our team will check your tickets with a contactless check in scanner, respecting social distancing guidelines. We will direct you to your parking spot, and wait for the sun to set. Our audio is quality FM stereo sound that is tuned directly through your car’s FM stereo.

WHAT COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES HAVE BEEN TAKEN?

Our guests and our team’s safety is our primary concern at the Drive-In. You will find an overview of the COVID-19 measures we will implement here. These include social distancing for both guests and staff, regular cleaning of all facilities, and contact-free check-in. All attendees and staff are required to wear a mask whenever they are not in their vehicle, but masks are not required while attendees are in their vehicles. You will also be reminded of the mandatory safety measures via email and on-screen. With the exception of trips to the bathroom, we ask you to stay inside of your car and keep the windows on the passenger side of the vehicle closed. If you drive a convertible, please close the roof before you enter the Drive-In site and keep it closed until after you have left.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE ALLOWED IN MY CAR?

All tickets are Standard entries for 1 car with up to 5 passengers per car and you will be asked to confirm the number of passengers during checkout. For optimised viewing we recommend 2 passengers per car as visibility may not be ideal in the back seats of smaller cars.

WHEN ARE THE SCREENINGS AND HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Ticket prices start at $35 per car. Screening times vary by day and by event, so please check carefully when booking. Check-in will begin 90 minutes before the start of the films and doors will open 60 minutes before the start of the film.

ARE THERE ANY VEHICLE RESTRICTIONS?

To keep the Drive-In safe and fun for everyone, the following vehicle restrictions apply.

HOW WILL PARKING BE ALLOCATED?

For sightline reasons, taller vehicles such as SUVs will be parked towards the rear of the venue so as not to block the views of smaller cars.

DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS FOR ROOFTOP FILMS MEMBERS?

If you have an active pre-existing membership with Rooftop Films, then you should have received an email with updates on how to apply your discount to certain events programmed by Rooftop Films. If you have any questions about this, please email memberships@rooftopfilms.com. For events programmed by outside curators your discount may not apply.

ARE ALL SCREENINGS SUITABLE FOR ME/CAN I BRING MY CHILD?

Some events will not be suitable for children. For films that have received an MPAA rating, we recommend that you consider their age guidelines for the screening. For short films and independent and foreign films that have not yet been released in theaters, there may not be an MPAA rating. We will indicate on event pages whether or not events are recommended for children, and if you have any questions please email tickets@rooftopfilms.com.

SCREENINGS

CAN I BUY FOOD AND DRINKS AT THE DRIVE-IN?

In our opening weeks, food will not be for sale onsite as we work towards setting up safe concessions stations. For now, we recommend you bring your own food and beverages.

CAN I BRING FOOD AND DRINKS?

No alcoholic beverages are allowed, Having an open alcoholic beverage in a vehicle is prohibited in New York State at all times even when a car is parked, and this law applies at the drive-in as well. Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages and food.

WILL THE DRIVE-IN TAKE PLACE IN BAD WEATHER?

Events will continue under most weather conditions. The Brooklyn Drive-In will utilize inflatable screens, and in the event of sustained heavy wind or an imminent heavy storm, we may need to delay a screening until weather conditions pass, or in a worst case scenario reschedule an event.

In the event of a rescheduling, we will issue a credit to the rescheduled screening and/or a different screening later in the season. If there is a delay during the screening, please keep your radio tuned to the Drive-In radio station and await notification.

WILL MY BATTERY DIE IF I RUN MY STEREO?

Most vehicles will not have a problem. If you are concerned, we recommend turning your car on a few times during the movie. In the rare event your battery dies, we offer a complimentary jump-start that will quickly get you on your way. To prevent a dead battery, avoid using your lights, heating, or air conditioning for the duration of the screening.

HOW WILL I HEAR THE FILM?

Our audio is quality FM stereo sound that is tuned directly through your car’s FM stereo. Turn your key to accessory mode to keep your stereo on. If you don’t have an FM stereo, please bring a portable radio. There will be no amplified sound at the events.

ARE THERE TOILETS?

Portable toilets are available at the Drive-In and operate with social distancing measures. Please only leave your car if you need to use the bathroom, avoid leaving the car in groups, and maintain safe distancing (six feet apart) from one another when in line.

DO I NEED TO WEAR PPE?

All attendees and staff are required to wear a mask during the check-in process, whenever they are not in their vehicle, or whenever communicating with staff, but masks are not required while attendees are in their vehicles. You will also be reminded of the mandatory safety measures via email and on-screen.

CAN I OPEN MY CAR WINDOW(S)?

In the interest of your safety, please only open your car window on the driver side of the car when needed. If you would like to get hold of a member of our team in a non-emergency, please use your hazard or indicator lights to attract their attention.

PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

WHERE IS THE BROOKLYN DRIVE-IN?

The Brooklyn Drive-In is situated on the pier of The Brooklyn Army Terminal. The address is 80 58th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220.

For entry, drive southbound down 1st Avenue to the corner of 58th Street. Signs and members of staff will direct you to the Drive-In upon arrival.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM LATE?

If you arrive later than 15 minutes before for the screening start time (for instance, 8:15 for a 8:30 start), you may miss the mandatory Drive-In safety briefing and may not be allowed to enter.

HOW ARE PARKING SPOTS ALLOCATED?

Parking is first come, first served with the exception of larger / taller vehicles that may obstruct the view of cars behind them. 

For a swift check-in experience, we ask that you follow the instructions from our Front of House team. Your parking spot will be allocated based on the size of your car.

TIPS, TRICKS, AND HANDY INFORMATION

CAN I USE MY PHONE/CAMERA AT THE DRIVE-IN?

You are allowed to use your phone during the Drive-In experience, however, if you are seen recording the film(s), you will immediately be asked to delete all footage, your device will be confiscated, and only returned to you at the end of the screening.

CAN I BRING AN ANIMAL TO THE DRIVE-IN

With the exception of ADA required service animals, unfortunately we cannot admit any other animals.

AM I ALLOWED TO SMOKE?

Smoking is not permitted at the Drive-In.

ARE THERE TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR?

Until further notice, all ticket sales are available only via online advance sales.

CAN I ATTEND WITHOUT A CAR?

Unfortunately we cannot accommodate guests without cars at the event due to safety concerns and as per city and state regulations. Should regulations and city guidance change, we hope to move towards socially distanced walk-up events, but until further notice this is not legal or advisable.

ACCESSIBILITY

IS THE DRIVE-IN SUITABLE FOR GUESTS WITH ACCESS REQUIREMENTS?

There will be ADA accessible spots allocated at each screening. We understand that each guest may have different access requirements and our team will be able to provide further details if you contact them. Please get in touch on tickets@rooftopfilms.com if you have specific questions.

CAN I RESCHEDULE MY TICKET IF I THINK I MIGHT BE SICK?

If you have symptoms, or have been in close contact with a person exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, we ask that you please stay home for the safety of our staff and other attendees. Please contact us about transferring your ticket to a friend, or rescheduling for a later date.


Brooklyn Drive-In FAQs


GENERAL INFORMATION

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Rooftop Films and Brooklyn Army Terminal invite you to experience a one-of-a-kind urban drive in experience at the end of the scenic pier at Brooklyn Army Terminal. The pier stretches out 1,200 feet into the Bay and offers gorgeous views of the water and lower Manhattan. We will be presenting a diverse collection of films this summer, including sneak previews of the best new independent and foreign films as part of the Rooftop Films Summer Series. Queens Drive-In FAQs to come soon!

HOW WILL IT WORK?

Bring your ticket (either printed or on your phone) and our team will check your tickets with a contactless check in scanner, respecting social distancing guidelines. We will direct you to your parking spot, and wait for the sun to set. Our audio is quality FM stereo sound that is tuned directly through your car’s FM stereo.

WHAT COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES HAVE BEEN TAKEN?

Our guests and our team’s safety is our primary concern at the Drive-In. You will find an overview of the COVID-19 measures we will implement here. These include social distancing for both guests and staff, regular cleaning of all facilities, and contact-free check-in. All attendees and staff are required to wear a mask whenever they are not in their vehicle, but masks are not required while attendees are in their vehicles. You will also be reminded of the mandatory safety measures via email and on-screen. With the exception of trips to the bathroom, we ask you to stay inside of your car and keep the windows on the passenger side of the vehicle closed. If you drive a convertible, please close the roof before you enter the Drive-In site and keep it closed until after you have left.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE ALLOWED IN MY CAR?

All tickets are Standard entries for 1 car with up to 5 passengers per car and you will be asked to confirm the number of passengers during checkout. For optimised viewing we recommend 2 passengers per car as visibility may not be ideal in the back seats of smaller cars.

WHEN ARE THE SCREENINGS AND HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Ticket prices start at $35 per car. Screening times vary by day and by event, so please check carefully when booking. Check-in will begin 90 minutes before the start of the films and doors will open 60 minutes before the start of the film.

ARE THERE ANY VEHICLE RESTRICTIONS?

To keep the Drive-In safe and fun for everyone, the following vehicle restrictions apply.

HOW WILL PARKING BE ALLOCATED?

For sightline reasons, taller vehicles such as SUVs will be parked towards the rear of the venue so as not to block the views of smaller cars.

DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS FOR ROOFTOP FILMS MEMBERS?

If you have an active pre-existing membership with Rooftop Films, then you should have received an email with updates on how to apply your discount to certain events programmed by Rooftop Films. If you have any questions about this, please email memberships@rooftopfilms.com. For events programmed by outside curators your discount may not apply.

ARE ALL SCREENINGS SUITABLE FOR ME/CAN I BRING MY CHILD?

Some events will not be suitable for children. For films that have received an MPAA rating, we recommend that you consider their age guidelines for the screening. For short films and independent and foreign films that have not yet been released in theaters, there may not be an MPAA rating. We will indicate on event pages whether or not events are recommended for children, and if you have any questions please email tickets@rooftopfilms.com.

SCREENINGS

CAN I BUY FOOD AND DRINKS AT THE DRIVE-IN?

In our opening weeks, food will not be for sale onsite as we work towards setting up safe concessions stations. For now, we recommend you bring your own food and beverages.

CAN I BRING FOOD AND DRINKS?

No alcoholic beverages are allowed, Having an open alcoholic beverage in a vehicle is prohibited in New York State at all times even when a car is parked, and this law applies at the drive-in as well. Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages and food.

WILL THE DRIVE-IN TAKE PLACE IN BAD WEATHER?

Events will continue under most weather conditions. The Brooklyn Drive-In will utilize inflatable screens, and in the event of sustained heavy wind or an imminent heavy storm, we may need to delay a screening until weather conditions pass, or in a worst case scenario reschedule an event.

In the event of a rescheduling, we will issue a credit to the rescheduled screening and/or a different screening later in the season. If there is a delay during the screening, please keep your radio tuned to the Drive-In radio station and await notification.

WILL MY BATTERY DIE IF I RUN MY STEREO?

Most vehicles will not have a problem. If you are concerned, we recommend turning your car on a few times during the movie. In the rare event your battery dies, we offer a complimentary jump-start that will quickly get you on your way. To prevent a dead battery, avoid using your lights, heating, or air conditioning for the duration of the screening.

HOW WILL I HEAR THE FILM?

Our audio is quality FM stereo sound that is tuned directly through your car’s FM stereo. Turn your key to accessory mode to keep your stereo on. If you don’t have an FM stereo, please bring a portable radio. There will be no amplified sound at the events.

ARE THERE TOILETS?

Portable toilets are available at the Drive-In and operate with social distancing measures. Please only leave your car if you need to use the bathroom, avoid leaving the car in groups, and maintain safe distancing (six feet apart) from one another when in line.

DO I NEED TO WEAR PPE?

All attendees and staff are required to wear a mask during the check-in process, whenever they are not in their vehicle, or whenever communicating with staff, but masks are not required while attendees are in their vehicles. You will also be reminded of the mandatory safety measures via email and on-screen.

CAN I OPEN MY CAR WINDOW(S)?

In the interest of your safety, please only open your car window on the driver side of the car when needed. If you would like to get hold of a member of our team in a non-emergency, please use your hazard or indicator lights to attract their attention.

PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

WHERE IS THE BROOKLYN DRIVE-IN?

For entry, drive southbound down 1st Avenue to the corner of 58th Street. Entrance is at 80 58th St. Signs and members of staff will direct you to the Drive-In upon arrival.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM LATE?

If you arrive later than 15 minutes before for the screening start time (for instance, 8:15 for a 8:30 start), you may miss the mandatory Drive-In safety briefing and may not be allowed to enter.

HOW ARE PARKING SPOTS ALLOCATED?

Parking is first come, first served with the exception of larger / taller vehicles that may obstruct the view of cars behind them. 

For a swift check-in experience, we ask that you follow the instructions from our Front of House team. Your parking spot will be allocated based on the size of your car.

TIPS, TRICKS, AND HANDY INFORMATION

CAN I USE MY PHONE/CAMERA AT THE DRIVE-IN?

You are allowed to use your phone during the Drive-In experience, however, if you are seen recording the film(s), you will immediately be asked to delete all footage, your device will be confiscated, and only returned to you at the end of the screening.

CAN I BRING AN ANIMAL TO THE DRIVE-IN

With the exception of ADA required service animals, unfortunately we cannot admit any other animals.

AM I ALLOWED TO SMOKE?

Smoking is not permitted at the Drive-In.

ARE THERE TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR?

Until further notice, all ticket sales are available only via online advance sales.

CAN I ATTEND WITHOUT A CAR?

Unfortunately we cannot accommodate guests without cars at the event due to safety concerns and as per city and state regulations. Should regulations and city guidance change, we hope to move towards socially distanced walk-up events, but until further notice this is not legal or advisable.

ACCESSIBILITY

IS THE DRIVE-IN SUITABLE FOR GUESTS WITH ACCESS REQUIREMENTS?

There will be ADA accessible spots allocated at each screening. We understand that each guest may have different access requirements and our team will be able to provide further details if you contact them. Please get in touch on tickets@rooftopfilms.com if you have specific questions.

CAN I RESCHEDULE MY TICKET IF I THINK I MIGHT BE SICK?

If you have symptoms, or have been in close contact with a person exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, we ask that you please stay home for the safety of our staff and other attendees. Please contact us about transferring your ticket to a friend, or rescheduling for a later date.