Summer Drive-In and Outdoor Events in the Litchfield Hills

Alyssa Archambault • August 6, 2020

Summer Drive-In and Outdoor Events in the Litchfield Hills!

Below is a list of both drive-in and outdoor events happening during the remainder of the summer in the Litchfield Hills!

1. Torrington Drive-In Theatre at Five Points Center

Catch a movie at the new Torrington Drive-In Theatre at the Five Points Center! There are new showings every Saturday!

Gates will open at 7:30pm and movies start at 8:30pm. There are food trucks, but you are welcome to bring your own food. Tune your radio to FM 91.1 to hear the movie!
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2. Twilight Concerts on the Farm at South Farms

The first of many live Twilight Concert shows features Grammy-nominated singer Grace Potter! All Twilight concerts are socially-distanced events. Tickets available starting Friday, August 7th!



The first live Twilight Concert is Saturday, August 22 @8pm. Guest Grids must be reserved in advance by purchasing tickets online.

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3. Pleasant Valley Drive-In

Catch a movie at he Pleasant Valley Drive-in in Barkhamsted! Pleasant Valley Drive-in continues to offer a wonderful outdoor family fun venue catering to all ages! The theater hosts a capacity for up to 250 cars and maintains the nostalgic American drive-in appeal.


This week, (8/7, 8/8, 8/9) watch Shrek and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back! Tune your radio to 87.9 FM to hear the movie! $10 per person 13 and up, $5 per child ages 6-12, Free ages 5 and under (CASH ONLY)

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4. Summer Concert Series at Coe Memorial Park

See local bands perform every Tuesday and Saturday at Coe Park! FREE admission!



Everyone attending concerts should adhere to all CDC Guidelines related to COVID-19. Please wear a face mask!

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5. Outdoor Drive-In Movie Night at Washington River Walk Pavilion

Catch a movie at the drive-in movie night at the Washington River Pavilion!


Watch The Shawshank Redemption on Friday, August 7th or Ratatouille on Saturday, August 8th! Gates open at 8:15pm, movie starts at dark.

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6. Sherman Chamber Ensemble and Blue Grass Band and Kent Center

Kent Barns is pleased to announce the Sherman Chamber Ensemble and Blue Grass band will perform under the majestic maple tree.


Sherman Chamber Ensemble will perform on Friday, August 14th at 7:30pm

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