What Makes Montrose's Back to the 60's Night So Special?

The America 250 and the Colorado 150 are both great reasons to spend time with friends and family, and to give thanks for some of the big slices of Americana we are still able to enjoy, like a night at the drive-in.

Montrose, Colorado, has been home to the Star Drive-In since 1950, and this weekend, they will turn back the clock with the 35th Annual Back to the 60's Night and Classic Car Show. Keep scrolling for the details, and get ready for some flag-waving fun.

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A Celebration of Classic Cars and American Nostalgia

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Back to the 60s Night is a great time to visit the Star Drive-In to see the theater shine as it did during the actual 1960s. The car show brings back the classic American muscle, and the Star Drive-In Theater brings back the rest of the nostalgia with a twin feature that includes American Graffiti and Grease. The event has become one of the most authentic celebrations of the era each summer for car owners, collectors, and the community.

Hundreds of Classic Cars and a Night of Family Fun

The 35^th Back to the 60's Night and the Classic Car Show. will happen on Saturday, June 13^th. The Star Drive-In Theater is found at 600 Miami Road in Montrose. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., with time to walk the classic cars, custom hot rods, and restored vintage vehicles before the movies begin. Say hello to vehicle owners, learn about restoration projects, enjoy concessions, and take part in the raffles.

Why the Venue Makes the Experience Special

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It's the 77^th year in operation for the Star Drive-In, which opened in Montrose in 1950. The backdrop gives 60’s night an authentic vibe that’s hard to match. Come out and celebrate the Semiquincentennial (American 250) and Sesquicentennial (Colorado 150), and see the classic car lineup under the iconic drive-in theater screens. Grab some ice cream at the concession stand, watch the sun drop behind the mountains, and celebrate our corner of America in Montrose.

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Source: 60’s Night at Star Drive-In Returns to Montrose for Its 35th Year