Experience · Glendale

Park Play and Ice Cream Joy

Enjoy a refreshing outdoor adventure at a park with plenty for the kids to do, then satisfy those sweet cravings with some ice cream.

A 2.5-hour Maryvale Village afternoon plan for families — Dust Devil Park, Yogurtini Self Serve.

Duration: 2h 30m
Cost: $10–$30
Stops: 2 stops
Area: Maryvale Village
Walking: Light walking · Total 9.4-mile driving route
Best time: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for: Families · Kids · Solo

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The plan

1Dust Devil Park(1 hr 30 min)→
2Yogurtini Self Serve(1 hr)

Why this plan works

Every stop sits in Maryvale Village, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. Dust Devil Park is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. Best suited to families, families with kids, and solo who want a planned Glendale outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Enjoy a refreshing outdoor adventure at a park with plenty for the kids to do, then satisfy those sweet cravings with some ice cream.

The itinerary

2 stops, one great day

1
1h 30m
Dust Devil Park
Outdoors · Maryvale Village
Local park with a playground, splash pad, skate plaza, basketball court & lots of open green space.
What to do — Let the kids explore the playground, splash in the splash pad, or enjoy the open green space at this versatile local park.
9.4 mi · 24 min drive
Then Head over for a cool and creamy treat that everyone will enjoy.
2
1 hr
Yogurtini Self Serve
Food & Drink
Frozen yogurt chain in multiple flavors with toppings served, weighed & charged by the pound.
What to do — Design your own frozen yogurt creation with a variety of flavors and toppings. A fun and customizable snack for the whole family.

The route

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Planning this outing

Is this a good Glendale itinerary for families?: Yes. It's built for families, families with kids, and solo and runs about 2 hr 30 min across 2 stops, starting at Dust Devil Park.
How long does this outing take?: Plan on 2 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Glendale itinerary cost?: Roughly $10–$30 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?: Not entirely. The stops cover about 9.4 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?: No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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