Oaklawn Drive-In
Dallas Highway and Hogan Lane,
Bellmead,
TX
76705
Dallas Highway and Hogan Lane,
Bellmead,
TX
76705
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Located in Bellmead, to the northeast of Waco, TX. The Oaklawn Drive-In opened on March 17, 1951 with Rod Cameron in “Short Grass”. It had a capacity for 600-cars and 241-seats for walk-in patrons. It was closed in 1958 for highway construction. It was owned by Newman Theatres.
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As late as 1981 the remnants of the drive-in were still visible, including the outline, ramps, and foundations of the projection booth/concession stand and screen.
Today, a Motel 6 sits on part of the property with the rest being undeveloped. But there is no trace of the drive-in remaining.
Topographic map and Grand Opening ad posted.