The Starlight Bowl in Burbank, a beloved venue for summer events, will not host any scheduled performances this year due to severe damage caused by a powerful windstorm in January.
Damage and Renovation Plans
In a statement released by Burbank Mayor Nikki Perez, the city acknowledged the substantial damage sustained by the Starlight Bowl. Mayor Perez expressed relief that the community had been largely spared from the broader impacts of the storm but confirmed that this setback would lead to renovations for the venue.
“We will not only renovate but create a new and improved Starlight Bowl,” Perez stated, outlining the city’s commitment to reinvesting in public spaces.
Impact on Summer Events
As a result of the damage, the Starlight Bowl will not hold any summer events this year, including the annual Fourth of July celebration, which is a major highlight in Burbank. The 2025 summer events are being relocated to other venues throughout the city, while city officials work to assess the full extent of the damage.
Starlight Bowl’s 75th Anniversary
The announcement comes just before the Starlight Bowl’s 75th anniversary, which was set to be a special milestone for the venue. Opened in 1950, the bowl has a seating capacity of 2,800, with room for an additional 1,000 spectators on the lawn. The venue has been a key part of Burbank’s cultural landscape for decades, hosting outdoor concerts, theater performances, and community gatherings.
Looking Ahead
While disappointing, the city is hopeful that the renovations will breathe new life into the venue. “While I am deeply disappointed that this year’s programming will not take place at the Bowl, I look forward to the future where the venue is renovated, revitalized, and safe for generations to come,” Mayor Perez added.
The damage to the Starlight Bowl follows a devastating series of events in January, when strong winds not only affected the venue but also fueled the Eaton and Palisades fires, which caused widespread destruction across Los Angeles County, killing over two dozen people and leaving thousands of homes destroyed.
