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The Potrero Walk-In Movies, an 80 by 100 foot private San Francisco lot with great views of the city, is located at 18th Street and Rhode Island in San Francisco's Potrero District.
  1. Do I need a ticket? When are movies shown?
  2. How do I get there?
  3. What seating is available?
  4. Are food and drink available? Can I bring my own?
  5. Is alcohol permitted?
  6. Is smoking allowed?
  7. Are there restrooms?
  8. Are pets allowed?
  9. What else do I need to know?
  10. I have more questions -- who can I contact?
  11. How can my band/group perform before or during Walk-Ins?

Do I need a ticket? When are movies Shown?
The movies are absolutely FREE!! Yeehaw!
We have a number of ways you can give back, if you should so desire.. you can volunteer your time or donate your money.

ALL MOVIES BEGIN AT DUSK. This is very similar to a regular drive-in where we can't show the movie until it's dark. We usually try and show short films before the main feature, and sometimes we get to show two movies! It's really a crapshoot. We include general start times in an email. (Email List Sign Up).

How do I get there?



We are at the corner of 18th and Rhode Island Streets, in the lovely Potrero District.

Please respect our neighbors and do not block driveways!

Seating
General Seating: Lawn seating is available to all. We suggest you arrive early for best seating. You may bring blankets, chairs, sleeping bags, a sofa and ottoman, or whatever you want.

PLEASE NOTE:
It has been known to get VERY CHILLY in the evenings, so be prepared. That's not to say it's always chilly, but tossing a pair of gloves in the backseat will ensure you see the end of the movie!

Refreshments
We serve HOT POPCORN, and it is goooooooood. Donations and tip jar are at the popcorn machine.

Bringing you own food is welcome. Trash and recycling containers are located on the sidewalk. Be an EXCELLENT movie watcher/neighbor and dispose of your trash, so we don't have to *grin* ...

Barbecues are not allowed due to fire regulations.

Is Alcohol Permitted?
Alcohol is permitted. We are just some folks getting together and watching movies... No one is responsible for you or how much you consume, or how you get home EXCEPT YOU. And if you bring beers, share them with Derek and Emily (for sure).

Smoking Rules
Smoking is not permitted in the field, although we're pretty lax about this rule. (It's mostly it's because of the fire hazzard). Just use your head, or simply stand up and walk to the sidewalk or street.

Are there bathrooms?
Unfortunately there are no bathrooms. Talk to whomever is in charge if it's "an emergency", otherwise, we usually direct you to pee on the fence off to the side, or walk/drive down to a local restaurant or corner store.

Are pets allowed?
All pets are welcome. For dogs, please bring a leash and baggy for cleanup.

What else do I need to know?

  • DRESS WARM. We cannot stress this enough. It's a misnomer to think that if it's warm at 6pm, that it will stay that way. Bring a blanket. Bring gloves. Bring a sleeping bag. This is what everyone does.. don't be left out!
  • Please be aware of personal items. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or stolen items. If you DO lose something, send us an email and we'll get it back to you.

More Information
Still have questions? Call our hotline at 408.406.4497 or send an e-mail to movies@walkinmovies.com.

How can my band/group perform before or during Walk-Ins?
Well, honestly... this is a great idea. We love any reason to make the movies special. So if you have a cool idea, or want to play before or during... just give us a shout at movies@walkinmovies.com or call at 408-406-4497



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