LA IPA Fest 2026 at Tony's Darts Away in Burbank

Hops, competition and a lot of very bitter pints: LA IPA Fest is back for its 12th year, and it is once again taking over Tony's Darts Away in Burbank. If you keep a running list of LA food festivals and beer events worth planning around, this Saturday-in-December date deserves a spot on it.

When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM Where: Tony's Darts Away, 1710 West Magnolia Boulevard, Burbank Ages: 21+ Tickets: Eventbrite

What to expect

The festival is built around one style: the India pale ale. The event page describes it as "hops, competition, and community," which is a fair summary of a darts bar turning its room over to hop-heads for the day. The poster shows two sessions, one from noon to 4:00 PM and another from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, so check which one your ticket covers before you show up.

Tickets are advertised as including an LA IPA Fest glass and five 8oz pours. That sample-sized format is the smart way to do an IPA festival: you can taste a wide range without committing to a full pint of anything, and you leave with a glass to prove you were there. Pace yourself, drink water between pours, and eat something before the second session starts.

Planning your day

Burbank sits just north of Hollywood and Glendale, and Magnolia Boulevard is easy to reach by car or rideshare. A rideshare is the better plan for a day built around beer. Expect parking to be tight on festival days, since a small venue fills up fast.

Ticket prices were not listed in the data we could verify, so look at the Eventbrite page for current tiers and for which session still has availability. Sessions can sell out, so buy ahead rather than counting on the door.

Why go

It is a specific, grown-up Saturday: no stage, no headliner, just good beer in a venue with real character. For anyone searching for things to do in Los Angeles that are more about the glass than the scene, this is a straightforward pick. It also pairs well with a longer Burbank afternoon, whether that means a late lunch before the second session or a stroll along Magnolia afterward.

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