Family events in Burbank, CA

This free, in-person workshop from Outcome School is designed for kids ages 7 to 13 who want to try building a game for the first time. Participants begin with a simple starter project and leave with a playable game they created. The session introduces coding concepts in an approachable way, nurtures imagination, and strengthens logical thinking and problem solving. With guidance from experienced mentors in a supportive setting, kids grow their confidence as they craft something they can proudly share. It offers a friendly introduction to the skills behind careers in technology.

Join a global language storytime featuring Spanish and English read-alouds by Glendale children’s library staff. It’s a fun picture book session for kids ages birth through 8, with stories presented in both languages.

Experience the Ice Age up close on an expert-led, behind-the-scenes tour at La Brea Tar Pits. While the museum building is temporarily closed for renovations, this visit takes you into the ongoing daily excavations and offers access to experiences usually reserved for the scientific team. Get a close look at bubbling asphalt, see the well-known mammoth family along Wilshire Boulevard, and learn how dire wolves and saber-toothed cats once preyed on giant sloths and Columbian mammoths. Explore what is described as the world’s only active fossil excavation located within a city as you travel back as far as 50,000 years and meet researchers uncovering discoveries every day. Tour length is approximate and may vary, and availability is subject to change.

Join Kidspace Children’s Museum for the Sunset Music Series, a family-friendly evening of live music, dancing, and artmaking. The museum stays open late, with themed performances at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM in the Stone Hollow Amphitheater. Feel free to bring your own picnic or grab food from the cafe or food trucks. General admission includes the series, and it’s free for members.

Cheer on the SCMAF Sharks at their biggest summer swim meet. Doors open at 7am, and the organizers say the start time is still to be determined. This is a team-focused meet where every swimmer helps the team earn points, with a strong chance to place among the top teams again. Transportation support is available through coordinated carpools if needed.

Bring your kids to the Children’s Department for Saturday Storytime. It’s a fun way to get young readers excited about books and the joy of reading. Storytime is aimed at kids ages 3 and up, and everyone is welcome to join.

This community art festival brings people together to create and connect, highlighting the role of the arts in youth development and overall wellbeing. The emphasis is on fostering confidence, supporting healing, and strengthening community connections through artistic expression. Presented as more than a one time gathering, it aims to spark a continuing movement that champions creativity as essential for young people and the community at large.

At Petco in Burbank, meet adoptable dogs ready to become part of a family. Drop-ins are welcome, and you can also book a time to meet a specific pup. Every dog includes health records and has received vaccines, deworming, flea and tick treatment, a microchip, and spay or neuter surgery. Adoption fees vary by dog and begin at $250, counted as a partially tax-deductible donation that helps fund care for more than 500 dogs. For details or to set an appointment, call or text 888.508.8943.

Settle in for an open air screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off as Cinema Under the Stars brings a free movie night to Westwood Village’s Broxton Plaza. Enjoy a lively pre-show scene with family friendly activities, community tabling, giveaways, and special activations from local organizations and brands. Bring blankets and low back lawn chairs, invite friends and family, and pick up favorite movie snacks from nearby Westwood Village businesses. Admission is free, and registration is encouraged to receive updates and reminders. Broxton Plaza is a pedestrian friendly gathering place in the heart of Westwood Village that hosts community events, live entertainment, outdoor dining, and cultural programming throughout the year.

Create an imaginary creature at a hands-on family workshop that uses mix and match block printing to layer dreamy imagery inspired by Odilon Redon. Personalize your artwork with color, or convert it into a playful handheld fan. All materials are provided. Family programs are free and do not require tickets, but the Center uses timed entry reservations, and parking has a fee. Make it a picnic by bringing a blanket or towel and your own food. To protect the grounds and collections, please leave folding chairs, glass containers, metal cutlery, and alcohol at home.

Bring your instrument (or just come listen) to an outdoor, all-ages bluegrass jam at George Izay Park. It’s a friendly meetup near the Joslyn Adult Center, happening on a regular Sunday schedule, and players of all skill levels are welcome. Parking is available nearby, and the jam is scheduled for the afternoon window listed for this date. Check in at the green checkmark when you arrive.

Head to a Second Sundays Old Time Americana all-ages performance and community jam with folk music from around the world. Bring an instrument or just come to sing along, strum, and clap. Guest musicians will share traditional songs and rhythms, with Natalie Brejcha leading the music, plus Tom Moose and the Scotti Old Time Family String Band.

LA Jazz Festival brings its Jazz in the Park series to Lafayette Park for a free outdoor concert experience. As part of a 24-show program in parks across the Los Angeles region, it showcases top-tier sounds spanning jazz, soul, hip hop, and more in a welcoming community setting. Bring a blanket and relax in the open air while enjoying live music. Admission is free with RSVP, and confirmed reservations are required for entry. Artist lineup will be announced.

LA Jazz Festival brings its Jazz in the Park series to Penmar Park with a performance by the African Rhythms Alumni Quintet. This concert is part of a free, 24-show program that brings top-tier music to parks across the Los Angeles area, spanning jazz, soul, hip hop, and more. Expect a relaxed outdoor setting where you can spread a blanket, gather with friends and family, and enjoy live music in the open air. Admission is free with an RSVP, and a confirmation is required for entry.

Family Day in Highland Park offers food, arcade gaming, and family friendly fun. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Barcade will donate a portion of 2026 Family Day token sales to Gamers Outreach, a charity that provides recreation to children in hospitals through the power of video games and the gaming community.

Shop for curated local handmade goods, art, and vintage finds at the Makers Hive Market, a free, family-friendly pop-up vendor market at Santa Monica Place. You can browse from 35+ local makers and small businesses, enjoy live music throughout the day, and bring your pet along. The event is held in the Center Plaza area.

Enjoy a calming, creative coloring session for kids and adults together. This family-friendly program focuses on mindfulness and self-expression while you color and unwind in a relaxing community setting. All supplies are provided, and the event takes place in the Community Room.

A young Viking defies tradition by befriending a dragon, and together they work to protect both of their worlds. The movie is presented in high definition while the musical score is performed live in sync with the film at the Hollywood Bowl. How to Train Your Dragon is a 2010 DreamWorks Animation production. Program and performers may change, pricing and availability are subject to change, ticket limits may apply, and all sales are final.

Join a summer beach volleyball camp for players ages 8 to 17. The sessions run each morning from Monday through Friday, with on-the-sand volleyball training scheduled for 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The camp takes place at Zuma Beach in Malibu.

Bring your little ones for Toddler Storytime at the Glendale Central Library. This program is made for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years and focuses on early language and literacy through stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive moments with your child.

Stay after storytime and hang out with other families while your child plays. This toddler playtime is for children ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver, and it runs right after Toddler Storytime.

Join in for Toddler and Preschool Play, a weekly program designed to support early socialization and motor skills for children ages 18 months through 5 years. Parents and supervising caregivers will also have space to connect while kids play.

Drop in for a self-directed STEAM hangout with activities, games, and hands-on manipulatives for families with children ages 18 months to 12 years. The program takes place indoors in the Children’s Area at Pacific Park Library.

Settle into a relaxed summer evening with a sunset picnic at Annenberg Community Beach House. Pack a picnic basket and come with friends, or arrive solo and take a seat at a communal table. Enjoy an easygoing atmosphere as the sun goes down at the Beach House.