WayBack Barn has opened a boutique, vintage‑style drive‑in theater on a 4‑acre property in north McKinney, providing residents with “cozy, retro vibes and movies under the Texas night sky,” co‑owner Laura O’Dowd said in an email, according to Community Impact.

The venue serves classic movie snacks such as popcorn and boxed candy, and the on‑site Hayloft Bar & Griddle offers a full menu that includes a pesto grilled cheese, a Texas Charcuterie board, a hot‑dog basket and additional items. Drink options feature a whiskey bar with more than 10 varieties, as well as beer, wine, spirits, old‑fashioned sodas and other non‑alcoholic beverages, per the business’s website.

Movie audio is broadcast via FM radio directly to each vehicle or portable radio, and vintage radios are available for rent. Admission includes access to pre‑show games, including tetherball, gaga ball, cornhole, horseshoes and other activities, giving families a chance to play before the film begins.

WayBack Barn also rents the drive‑in for private and corporate events, school groups and watch parties. O’Dowd said the venue is intended to draw families with children, as well as couples seeking a date night and groups looking for a girls’ night out. “Our whole purpose at WayBack Barn has always been about getting people off their phones, outside, and actually hanging out together,” she explained, adding that the drive‑in offers parents a nostalgic experience while providing kids a safe space to run wild before settling on the tailgate with popcorn.

The grand opening took place Nov. 6‑8, featuring screenings of “The Sandlot,” “Top Gun” and “Toy Story.” Ongoing movie schedules are posted online, allowing McKinney residents to plan future visits to the new drive‑in destination.

Sources: communityimpact.com, communityimpact.com