Burbank families can get free dental screenings for their kids at the city's annual Back to School Fair on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley. The event, organized by the Burbank Non-Profit Coalition's Back to School Committee, also offers free vision screenings, haircuts and school supplies for students in grades TK through 12, and last year's fair set an attendance record of roughly 700 people.
- Date and hours: Saturday, August 1, 2026, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., according to the Burbank Chamber of Commerce event listing.
- Location: Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley, 300 E. Angeleno Ave., Burbank, CA 91502.
- Last year's turnout: 640 families registered and an estimated 700-plus people attended the August 2024 fair, a record for the event, according to myBurbank.
- Organizers: More than a dozen local nonprofits make up the Back to School Committee, reported the Burbank Leader in June 2026.
What services are offered at the Burbank fair?
The 2026 fair offers free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, vision and dental screenings, and information on community resources for students in grades TK through 12, per the Burbank Chamber's event page. In past years the coalition has included the Boys and Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley, Kids' Community Dental Clinic, Burbank Housing Corporation, the Lions Club, Scouts, South Hills Church, Burbank Arts and Education, Burbank Noon Kiwanis, Bridging Community Resources, and The Salvation Army, according to myBurbank's coverage of the 2024 event. Families should watch the coalition's channels for the 2026 list of participating dental providers, since specific clinic assignments can shift year to year.
Why does a free dental screening at a back to school fair matter?
A free screening catches problems like untreated cavities or gum inflammation before they turn into pain, missed school days, or an emergency room visit, which is exactly the gap these fairs aim to close for families without easy access to routine dental care. Local pediatric dentists such as Sola Kids Dental & Orthodontics in Los Angeles regularly stress that catching cavities and bite issues early, before the school year starts, keeps kids out of the dentist's chair for emergency work once classes begin.
How many families does the Burbank fair typically reach?
The August 2024 fair drew a record 640 registered families and an estimated 700-plus attendees, according to myBurbank's reporting. Organizers have not yet released a 2026 attendance target, so this year's numbers will only be confirmed after the event.
How do families register?
The Burbank Chamber's event page notes that registration slots are limited and must be reserved through a Microsoft Forms link on the event listing. The Burbank Leader reported that in prior years, the backpack and school supply portion of registration closed several weeks ahead of the fair, so families who want a backpack should register as early as possible rather than waiting until the week of the event.
"[The fair] set a new attendance record" and reflected how "Burbank is so lucky to have such a supportive community," Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley CEO Shanna Warren and Burbank Unified School District board member Emily Weisberg said of the August 2024 fair, according to myBurbank.
Is this the only back to school dental event in California this summer?
No. Smile Listing has also covered West Sacramento's July 25 back to school fair and a broader roundup of free back to school dental events opening across the country this summer. Families outside Burbank should check with their own school district or county public health department, since many cities run similar fairs in late July and early August.
Comparison: Burbank fair, past year versus this year
| Detail | August 2024 fair | August 2026 fair |
|---|---|---|
| Date | August 3, 2024 | August 1, 2026 |
| Attendance | 640 families registered, 700-plus attended | Not yet available |
| Dental screenings | Yes, coalition partner clinic on site | Yes, per Burbank Chamber listing |
| Vision screenings | Yes | Yes |
| Free haircuts | Yes | Yes |
| Registration | Walk-up plus pre-registration | Limited slots, online form required |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an appointment for the dental screening?
The event listing asks families to register in advance through the online form because registration slots are limited, so families should not assume walk-up screenings will be available.
What ages are eligible?
The fair is open to students in transitional kindergarten (TK) through grade 12, according to the Burbank Chamber of Commerce event page.
Is the fair free?
Yes. All services listed, including dental and vision screenings, haircuts, and school supplies, are provided at no cost to families.
What if I cannot get a registration slot?
Families who miss registration can still contact county public health resources or a local pediatric dentist for a back to school exam; Smile Listing's directory lists pediatric dental practices that see new patients year round.
Updated July 2026.
