Drive-in events offer movies and music after months of lockdown

People will be able to enjoy films, comedy, music and other entertainment at drive-in events which aim to offer distraction this summer after months of lockdown.

The Parking Lot Social will hold events in six cities around Scotland as part of its drive-in tour, starting in Edinburgh’s Dalkeith Park where films including The Joker and Grease will be screened.

Each night, people in 250 cars will be able to enjoy films, “car-a-oke” sing-alongs, bingo, silent discos, live bands, quizzes, comedy and food while following social distancing guidelines.

There will also be a “Social Kids” event with family-oriented content with an earlier start time.

Josh Kinnersley, of organisers XL Event Lab, said: “It really feels like everyone could do with a bit of fun just now and for us that’s vast screens, massive rainbow fire hydrants and gorillas.

“Each night on the tour is shaping up to be amazing, with the most feel-good entertainment being lined up for everyone coming along, whether they like snuggling up to a good film, belting out the classics or showing off their quiz skills.

“It’s all being done safely and responsibly, so guests and staff can take part in this interactive drive-in festival without worry. We’re working closely with local authorities to make sure that what we’ve got planned is going to be within guidelines.”

The Parking Lot Social will take place in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Dundee and Inverness in August and September.

Audiences will take part in the interactive event from their cars, parked in front of a performance set, with audio transmitted directly from the stage to wireless headphones and through a dedicated FM radio channel.

Separately, a series of socially-distanced drivein concerts will take place in Edinburgh in August as part of a UK-wide tour.

The drive-in tour starts in Edinburgh’s Dalkeith Park with films including The Joker