Rocket Drive-In

16130 AL-52,
Kinston, AL 36453

250 cars

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Kenmore on May 18, 2018 at 4:55 am

Found It!

The drive-in was located at 16130 AL-52, Kinston, AL 36453. It was on the north side of the road and can clearly be seen in a 1965 aerial photo.

Today, a Revels Store sits on part of the property along with a private residence. There is no trace of the drive-in remaining.

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Joe Vogel on May 18, 2018 at 2:49 am

Ralph Pate’s Rocket Drive-In was about four miles west of town on Highway 12, according to an item noting its recent opening in the October 23, 1954, issue of Boxoffice. I don’t believe the designation Highway 12 is used anymore, though. Pate was also the owner of the Royal Theatre in Samson.

jwmovies on November 17, 2012 at 4:28 pm

Approx. location for this drive-in was the SE corner of Alabama 87 & County Road 16. Some ramps though barely visible are still there.

The screen is hidden by the overgrown woods and concession/projection foundation are also still there.

Ret. AKC (NAC) CCC Bob Jensen, Manteno, Illinois on March 15, 2011 at 3:40 pm

Could use an address or crossroads, more info and photos are always welcome.