express gazette logo
The Express Gazette
Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Burbank Residents Transform Neighborhoods into Spooktacular Halloween Displays

From pirate ships to pumpkin cemeteries, Los Angeles suburb offers a variety of festive attractions.

US Politics • 3 hours ago
Burbank Residents Transform Neighborhoods into Spooktacular Halloween Displays

Burbank, California residents are decking out their homes with elaborate Halloween decorations, turning residential streets into a festive destination for spooky season enthusiasts. While the well-known Burbank Clown House will not be participating this year, numerous other homes are offering impressive displays ranging from themed haunts to illuminated jack-o'-lantern displays.

One notable attraction is the "Pumpkin Cemetery" located at 1135 N Ontario St. This free display comes alive after sunset with glowing jack-o'-lanterns and Halloween lights, best viewed from the sidewalk.

Further adding to the Halloween spirit is "The Buena Vista Haunt" at 2038 N. Buena Vista St. This home haunt features a walk-through maze with handcrafted props, eerie lighting, and fog. Live actors are present to provide surprises, and designated areas offer photo opportunities. The Buena Vista Haunt is decorated for Halloween, featuring an entryway sign that reads "Camp Crystal Lake" surrounded by large hanging chains with hooks, skeletons, and pumpkins.

For those seeking a more whimsical Halloween experience, "Holiday Fantasies Come to Life" at 1505 N. Valley St. presents a "Pirates of the Caribbean" theme. This display includes elaborate sets, custom props, and atmospheric lighting, making it a family-friendly stop. Arnulfo Padilla and Tina Schaefer work on Pirates of the Caribbean-themed Halloween decorations.

Another pirate-themed attraction is "Pirates of Burbank" at 1226 N Lima St., featuring a hand-built pirate ship and village scenery. This display includes a mermaid grotto, waterfall, and animated Kraken arms. People visit the Pirates of Burbank Halloween decorated house.

Other notable displays include "Hamilton Halloween" at 4209 W. Jacaranda Ave., featuring towering jack-o'-lanterns and oversized skeletons; the "Burbank Barbie House" at 1021 N California St., which offers a playful, doll-themed twist on the holiday; the "Kirkorian Light Show" at 905 N. Rose St., with synchronized lights and music; "Bel Air Manor Halloween" at 814 N. Bel Aire Dr., known for its eerie, hand-built props and past themes like "Forbidden Forest"; and "Nightmare on Orchard" at 2352 N Orchard Dr., which combines themes from "The Nightmare Before Christmas," "Beetlejuice," and "Ghostbusters."

These residential decorations offer a variety of Halloween experiences for Southern Californians looking to enjoy the spooky season.


Sources