Old school drive-in cinemas make a comeback in Durban

ENTERTAINMENT organisers in Durban are reworking an old concept of drive-in cinemas as a new, safe way to enjoy music and movies in groups Parkflix, will allow people to watch entertainment in a huge parking lot with other people from the safety of their own cars.

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“Right now there is a need for innovative and creative thinking in our industry; and we’ve been working around the clock to create feasible new outlets for fans, artists and workers within the entertainment field,” says Stu Berry of Impi Concept Events.

Durban, Umhlanga and Hillcrest are the three locations that have been earmarked for the shows.

“As a company, we have worked hard over the years to secure our place as the foremost live outdoor entertainment providers in KZN. This allows us to provide three separate venues to existing and new fans in order to meet everyone’s entertainment needs in the best way we possibly can under the current conditions,” said Berry.

Depending on the venue, up to 250 vehicles can be accommodated at a time; with attendees arriving in their cars and tuning in via their FM radio sets.

The concept ensures social distancing, as entertainment is displayed on the large screens, giving attendees no reason to leave their car other than to visit the bathroom.

“We have already met with government and are all aligned in terms of this new potential offering. Together we are all very excited to launch this as a concept that meets all of the requirements and regulations pertaining to each of the lockdown level’s being implemented,” said Berry.

Studies have shown that during this time, people are missing that sense of community that they would usually get from social gatherings such as concert and church services.

Parkflix will open up the opportunity to create safe spaces, offering attendees a form of community that is very low risk – lower then the risk people are currently taking in going to shop for groceries.

A date is yet to be confirmed for this project.

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