Gangs Out of Downey hosts its annual fundraising luncheon at the Rio Hondo Event Center.

Learn about summer and year-round jobs with Downey’s Parks & Recreation Department.

Hector Sosa of New York Life will speak on how to diversify your investment strategy for more retirement income, and the benefits of balanced risk and tax diversification. Starting at 7:15, attorney Carrie Uva will speak on estate planning, living trusts, wills, how to avoid probate, and more.

Join fellow professionals for a delicious breakfast buffet and an engaging presentation from Kimmi Perkins of the Downey Theatre.

Save the date: the 5K run/walk benefiting the TLC Family Resource Center returns. Details to be released later.

The decisions you make for your child’s education today affect their success tomorrow — even at this very young age. This expo will give you a first-hand look at how Downey Unified’s programs set your child up for success from the start. 

Learn how neighbors are organizing to support and protect the Downey community. Free whistles while supplies last.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Downtown Downey’s newest mural, located at New and 2nd Streets.

Forty-plus small business vendors, food, drinks, free admission. Family-friendly. 11102 La Reina Ave. (farmers market parking lot)

Paint your own personal Corazon Sagrado, a sacred heart symbolizing passion, resilience and connection, with step-by-step guidance. $45 per person, ages 21 and older. Stay Studio. Buy tickets at stayarts.org/corazon

The iconic all-pink Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is celebrating the truck’s 10th Anniversary! Fans can expect brand-new treats and limited-edition merchandise.

Paint your own personal Corazon Sagrado, a sacred heart symbolizing passion, resilience and connection, with step-by-step guidance. $45 per person, ages 21 and older. Stay Studio. Buy tickets at stayarts.org/corazon

Comedian and DJ J Valentino performs live at Beso Nightclub in Downtown Downey. Doors open at 6:30 pm

$60 ticket includes all painting supplies, a pre-sketched canvas, one drink ticket, and one meal ticket. Proceeds benefit Gangs Out of Downey.

Comedian Cristela Alonzo brings her Midlife Mixtape Tour to the Downey Theatre

Learn how to administer CPR without mouth-to-mouth breathing.

Join the Downey Fire Department for a pancake breakfast at St. Raymond’s Catholic Church. $8 per plate with proceeds benefiting the Downey Fireman’s Association

Join the Downey Cemetery Board of Trustees as holiday wreaths are laid at the graves of veterans. To sponsor a wreath, call Downey Parks & Recreation at (562) 904-7238

Bring the family to Columbus High School for a day of career exploration, hands-on fun, and activities. Music, entertainment, Christmas crafts, photos with Santa, and free food and beverages.

The Downey Christmas Parade presented by the Downey Chamber of Commerce returns along with food trucks, vendors, and more. Located on Downey Avenue, from Florence Avenue south to the civic center.

Enjoy live mariachi, Mexican food, raffle, door prizes, silent auction and loteria, with proceeds benefiting the L.A. CADA Youth Scholarship Fund. $30. Hosted by Muevelo Downey in Downtown Downey

Warren High School’s Spanish Club presents Las Posadas. The first procession begins at 6:15 pm in the library and the second procession starts at 6:35 pm, both ending in the gymnasium. Enjoy folklorico, DUSD mariachi, Warren High choir performances, and games for all ages. Variety of food for sale. Wear your traditional Hispanic clothing for an opportunity to win a Best Dressed prize - categories include Individual and Family.

The LA Phil, with conductor Miguel Sepulveda, performs a free concert at the Downey Theatre with special guest Lupita Infante. Program to include Tchaikovsky, Gabriela Ortiz and Noah Godard. Arrive early for an art exhibition, arts and crafts, and more from Stay Arts.

Live entertainment, performances by local schools, arts and crafts, snow play area, vendor fair, photos with Santa, letters to Santa, food, and more. Tree lighting is at 6:30.

Receive a free turkey courtesy of Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco. Drive-thru event at Apollo Park while supplies last.

Stand Up Comedy Club in Bellflower presents a star-studded show featuring Tiffany Haddish, Deon Cole, Chris Spencer, and others at the Downey Theatre

Join The Arc for a night of art and explore the work of people with disabilities. Music, paintings, hand sculpted art, handmade jewelry, crochet, and live and silent auctions. Black-tie event. $30 per person or $50 for two, includes appetizers and one drink. Call (562) 803-4606 for tickets

Join the City of Downey as it pays tribute to our nation’s veterans.

Save the date for Downey’s Dia de los Muertos Festival, taking place at the Downey Theatre and the Civic Center. Visit ddlm.downeytheatre.org for details on how to participate as a vendor, sponsor, performer or volunteer.

Family-friendly Halloween festivities with a creepy crawl maze, candy, games, costume contests, and more.