Midway Drive-In (Illinois)The Midway Drive-In located near Sterling, Illinois is one of 12 drive-in theaters in Illinois.HistoryIn 2007, the Midway Drive-In was purchased by Mike and Mia Kerz. The facility then underwent a two-year renovation. The historic Drive-In Screen Tower was refurbished and painted, the projection booth equipment was upgraded, and the concession stand was restored to its original '50's diner decor, including the retro "spaceship" ticket booth and the children's playground.