Recess | Drive-in Movies
Trusted by 10,000+ Venues Nationwide

Turn Your Drive-in Movies Into a Brand Experience Destination

Partner with top brands to bring free premium product samples to your moviegoers—boosting engagement, adding value, and earning incremental revenue.

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473.1K+
Samples Distributed
603.5K+
Consumers Reached
134+
Top Markets
271+
Active Brand Offers

Trusted by Leading Brands

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Everything You Need to Succeed

We've built a platform that makes it effortless to connect with brands and delight your members.

Access Premium Brand Demand

Connect with leading CPG, food, beverage, wellness brands and more actively seeking drive-in movies like yours to reach engaged moviegoers.

Generate Incremental Revenue

Earn money for every sample distributed—with zero upfront costs, inventory risk, or operational burden on your team.

Enhance Member Experience

Delight your moviegoers with free products from brands they love. Sampling creates memorable moments that boost satisfaction and loyalty.

Effortless Operations

We handle logistics end-to-end—from brand coordination to product delivery. You just provide the space and your members do the rest.

Brand-Safe Partnerships

Every brand and campaign is vetted to ensure alignment with your values. You approve what comes into your drive-in movie.

Join a Nationwide Network

Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.

How It Works

Get started in minutes and start earning with your very first campaign.

1

Create a Listing for Your Drive-in movie

Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.

2

Get Matched with Brands

We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific moviegoers. You review and approve every campaign.

3

Receive & Distribute Samples

Products ship directly to your drive-in movie and surprise and delight your community.

4

Get Paid

Get paid for every sample distributed to your moviegoers after completion of event.

Venue Success Stories

See what venues achieved with Drive-in Movies

10/10

"The product sampling events have been an incredible addition to our weekend screenings. We've seen a 25% boost in concession sales and our customers are really enjoying the interactive brand experiences before the movies start."

ST

Starlight Valley Drive-In Theater

Venue Partner

9/10

"Our partnership has been fantastic - the brand activations bring a fresh energy to our venue and help us attract younger audiences. The additional revenue stream from hosting these events has been a welcome bonus during our slower midweek nights."

MO

Moonbeam Cinema Drive-In

Venue Partner

8/10

"These product sampling events have transformed our typical movie experience. We've noticed increased engagement from our customers and local brands seem thrilled with the direct access to our diverse audience."

SI

Silver Screen Outdoor Theater

Venue Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.