This is one of my favorite places in the world. A real 1950s drive in theater, which has been operating continually. It has just one screen, but no remaining speakers, unfortunately, so you have to either listen on your car radio or bring a boom box. We do the latter.

The Brazos is in Granbury, TX, which can be a two hour drive from McKinney, but I am including it as it is absolutely worth the drive.

There isn't an actual playground (with a swing set, etc.) under the screen, like what we had growing up in California, but the kids all still congregate under the screen to kick balls, play Frisbee, etc. both before the movie and when the lights are turned on in between features. Also, unlike California drive-in theaters, people in Texas tend to sit in chairs outside their vehicles when watching a movie at the drive-in. So, take those comfy folding chairs and enjoy the evening's cooler weather.

We've always been lucky enough to get a spot in the front row.

There is a porch area with 1950s metal clam shell chairs, adjacent to the snack bar,  where the soundtrack is broadcast. Some people prefer to watch the movie from that vantage point, and it is nice to be able to see the movie during runs to the snack bar.

The Brazos is a family operated business, and the clientele is very family oriented. What a pleasant evening, and something most people cannot do near home these days. Check it out.