Los Angeles family guide
Things to Do in Burbank with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated August 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
Burbank on the map
📍 Where Burbank is
Burbank sits in Los Angeles, Southern California. Nearest major airport: Hollywood Burbank (~3 mi / 5 km). It's roughly 10 mi (15 km) from Downtown LA and 121 mi (195 km) from San Diego — SoCal traffic can make a drive take far longer than the distance suggests, so plan around it.
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Things to do in Burbank
Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Best for older kids and TV fans, not toddlers. Central Perk (Friends) and the DC/Superman stops are highlights — reserve ahead.
~$76+ adult, timed tickets
Wildwood Canyon Park
A low-key Burbank foothill park with shaded picnic areas and trails into the Verdugo Mountains.
Free
Bob's Big Boy (Googie landmark)
The historic 1949 Googie landmark and home of the original double-decker burger — kids love the Big Boy statue and the car shows.
Free to visit; diner pricesFarmers markets in Burbank
Burbank Certified Farmers Market
Downtown Burbank market at Olive & Glenoaks with certified California-grown produce, mostly from family farms.
Festivals & annual events in Burbank
What Burbank is known for — the events locals plan the year around.
Peter and the Wolf Free Children's Concert
A roughly 30-minute orchestral performance of Prokofiev's story, where each character is played by a different instrument. It is presented by the Salit Foundation with the Burbank Public Library at the Buena Vista Branch. Short enough for preschoolers. RSVP ahead, because library rooms fill up.
Free (RSVP on event page)
Burbank Halloween Carnival
Burbank Parks and Recreation lists its Halloween Carnival for Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM, for ages 3-11 at $5 per child. The same page lists a free all-ages Halloween Skatefest on Friday, October 30, 6:30-9pm. Tip: the carnival is held at McCambridge Park (1515 N. Glenoaks Blvd.), and the pin is approximate.
$5 per child
Downtown Burbank Winter Arts Festival
Over 170 handmade artisan booths line San Fernando Boulevard from Magnolia to Angeleno, with live entertainment and family activities. Open to all ages, and leashed pets are welcome. Tip: park in a downtown structure and go Saturday morning, before the crowds build.
Free
Celebrate Burbank Parade and Street Fair
A parade followed by an all-day street fair along Magnolia Boulevard in Burbank's Magnolia Park district.
See site for admission
Burbank Book Festival
A one-day literary festival at the Buena Vista Branch Library. It has author signings, panels, vendor booths and food trucks, plus a Children's Authors section. Tip: head to the children's authors first, since signings there are the most popular.
Local restaurants in Burbank
Tallyrand Restaurant
Burbank's oldest family-owned restaurant (1959), famous for fresh-roasted turkey.
Coral Cafe
A family-owned 24-hour Burbank landmark since 1957, serving American, Mexican, and European comfort plates to generations of locals at any hour.
Bea Bea's
A cheerful, family-friendly Burbank breakfast-and-brunch spot with creative pancakes and benedicts, plus vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options for every kid.
The New Deal
Cozy owner-run New American bistro with a rotating menu and solid vegetarian options.
Local shops in Burbank
It's A Wrap
Resale shop selling actual wardrobe and props from movie and TV productions — an only-in-LA hunt.
Playclothes Vintage Fashions
Premier true-vintage store specializing in 1940s-60s garments on Burbank's Magnolia row.
Audrey K Boutique
Retro-inspired Magnolia Park boutique (2006) blending vintage-style fashion and gifts.
Dark Delicacies
Independent horror bookstore and collectibles shop, a cult-favorite specialty bookseller.
The Mystic Museum
Magnolia Park oddities shop with vintage taxidermy, Halloween decor, and witchy goods.
The Train Shack
Longtime model-railroad and hobby shop packed with trains in every scale, kits, and accessories — a delight for kids and lifelong hobbyists.
Bearded Lady Vintage & Oddities
Idiosyncratic curiosity shop in a barn-red A-frame on Magnolia, full of taxidermy, oddities, and rare vintage books.
Halloween Town
Year-round Halloween and costume emporium on Magnolia with spooky attire, decor, oddities, and vintage Halloween pieces.
Atomic Records
Beloved Magnolia Blvd record store buying and selling vinyl, CDs, and movies, repeatedly named one of LA's best.
Junk for Joy
Magnolia Boulevard vintage clothing store spanning multiple eras with huge jewelry.
Playclothes Vintage
Deep vintage clothing and accessories from the 1920s to the 1990s, plus wedding and designer pieces.
The Bearded Lady's Mystic Museum
Witchy goods, vintage taxidermy, and vintage Halloween decor attached to a small curiosities museum. Best for teens and adults.
Seasonal & outdoors near Burbank
The closest splash pads, patches, lights and more — distances from Burbank.
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Burbank family FAQ
What are the best things to do in Burbank with kids?
Family favorites in and around Burbank include Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Wildwood Canyon Park and Bob's Big Boy (Googie landmark). Our guide lists 3 spots, each with a price note and practical tips where we have them.
Are there free things to do in Burbank?
Yes — free family spots near Burbank include Wildwood Canyon Park and Bob's Big Boy (Googie landmark). Our free things to do page lists more across Southern California.
Where can families eat in Burbank?
Local, family-friendly spots in Burbank include Tallyrand Restaurant, Coral Cafe, Bea Bea's and The New Deal — independent, SoCal-only eateries, never national chains.
What does the YourSoCal Burbank guide cover?
Our Burbank family guide includes 3 things to do, 4 local eats, 12 local shops and 1 farmers market — with independent, non-chain eats and shops.
Listings are curated and may change — confirm hours and details before you go.
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