Donations are needed to replenish the American Red Cross’s blood supply. Make an appointment at RedCrossBlood.org.
A groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate renovations at Independence Park.
The largest annual fundraising event for the Cerritos Optimist Club.
Fire Chief Mark Gillaspie is the guest speaker at the Downey Chamber of Commerce’s monthly City Affairs meeting.
A groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate renovations at Wilderness Park.
A groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate renovations at Golden Park.
A women’s empowerment networking event with special guest Judge Shelly Baron Torrealba, and “Breaking Barriers Award” recipient Dr. Sandra Salazar.
Now in its 16th year, the Senior Follies is a talent show for local senior citizens. (For details on how to participate, call (562) 904-7223). Shows at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
No matter how long it’s been since your loved one died, grief can make the holidays a painful time. Learn how to cope and prepare.
Economist Christopher Thornberg returns as keynote speaker at the annual economic forum presented by Financial Partners Credit Union. RSVP at EconomicForum@fpcu.org.
Sublime tribute band Doin’ Time performs live. 21 and older, $5 cover charge.
A Christian comic book, art and pop culture convention.
Live music from six bands, face painting, henna artists, photo booth, and food from local restaurants and food trucks. Location: Downey Avenue, between 2nd and 4th Streets
Learn hands-only CPR, put out small fires, and learn how to properly prepare for an emergency.
Young women compete to become Downey royalty in this annual event put on by the Downey Rose Float Association.
The Downey Unified School District’s seventh annual State of the Schools summit.
Mayor Rick Rodriguez delivers Downey’s annual State of the City address.
La Charanga performs at this rooftop concert. Food vendors, arts and crafts for kids, artist exhibits, and festival seating (bring your own chair).
Titled “Passport to Passion,” this concert features a solo by violinist Strauss Shi.
30+ vegan taco vendors, plus live music, costume contests, and more. $20 admission includes one taco from each vendor.
Get in the Christmas spirit early this year with the beloved TV classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical’ as it soars off the screen and onto the Downey Theatre stage. Come see all your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, the Abominable Show Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life.
Get in the Christmas spirit early this year with the beloved TV classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical’ as it soars off the screen and onto the Downey Theatre stage. Come see all your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, the Abominable Show Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life.
Get in the Christmas spirit early this year with the beloved TV classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical’ as it soars off the screen and onto the Downey Theatre stage. Come see all your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, the Abominable Show Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life.
Get in the Christmas spirit early this year with the beloved TV classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical’ as it soars off the screen and onto the Downey Theatre stage. Come see all your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, the Abominable Show Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph, as they come to life.
Race with your friends for a chance to ride in the Downey Christmas Parade.
Downey’s annual Christmas Parade, put on by the Downey Chamber of Commerce.
Titled “Happy 250th, Beethoven!,” this concert features a solo by pianist Sung Chang.
A chip-timed 5K run/walk to benefit the TLC Family Resource Center.
Titled “Sounds of America,” this concert features a solo by percussionist Eric Guinivan.
L.A.’s first and only urban rocket festival returns. Build and fly your own rocket ($5 for this class).
Learn about the different scents and types of flowers while creating a real/live flower arrangement. All skill levels welcome.
Join Mayor Rick Rodriguez for an outdoor screening of “Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope.”
Bring your kids to receive free backpacks, just in time for the new school year.
A nationwide event where the community comes together to learn about crime prevention. Community information booths, food, and children’s activities.
The band Tease will perform everything from Top 40 and R&B to old school and 80s. At dusk will be a screening of the film “Sing.”
Free backpacks for school children, courtesy of Gangs Out of Downey.
Join the Downey Chamber of Commerce for a networking lunch at Benihana. $20 with RSVP, $25 at the door. To RSVP, call (562) 923-2191 or email blake@downeychamber.com.
Presented by SoCal Dance Theatre, the show will feature performances by Andrew Tiamzon, Ashley Garcia, Dagdag Dance, Entrada Dance Theatre, International Arts & Science Technology, Jack Ironstone, Merge Moving Collective, Michael Mendoza, Mychal Vandell Movement, Puro Fuego Salsa, 7th Street Dance Company, SiZa, Southern California Dance Theatre, Tamer Abdo, Top Hat 8 Repertory and ViHu Dance. Tickets are $19.
A bilingual magic and illusion show focused on interactive stories. Free show presented by the Downey City Library.
Join NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory as they provide Apollo themed programming throughout the day and enjoy several break-out dramatic performances sprinkled around the CMSC portraying life in Apollo Program. Watch “live” as Neil Armstrong takes his first “giant leap”. Stick around at night for a special screening of “Apollo 11” outside the Space Center.
The Wiseguys play their style of big band music in this special performance with the mayor.
Latinx vendors, food sales, hourly raffles, free photobooth, and a concha eating contest.
Downey police officers will give a 1-hour seminar on identity theft fraud. Free and open to members of the Downey business community.
The 1st Marine Division Band plays its annual patriotic program.
Downey Symphony’s 60th anniversary buffet dinner party, with live entertainment and auctions. $60. For information and reservations, call Joyce Sherwin at (562) 928-4122.
Latinx vendors, food sales, hourly raffles, free photobooth, and a concha eating contest.
The second annual Warrior Cup golf tournament benefiting St. Pius-St. Matthias Academy.
The Downey Symphony performs under the direction of music director Sharon Lavery.
Join the Downey Chamber of Commerce as it installs its new executive board for 2019-20, including Carrie Uva as president.
Get creative – and tipsy. Join Stay Gallery for a night of painting, socializing and unwinding with your friends.
A day of skating with prizes, music and activities for kids ages 6-17. Registration is $5.
Salsa Caliente plays salsa, cumbias, and more of today’s Latin music.
The Downey Chamber of Commerce’s 26th annual golf tournament. 18 rounds of golf, lunch, reception and after party.
Juggling, tall unicycling, and more.Free show presented by the Downey City Library.
Dinner followed by a live performance by noted violinist Mariano Castro.
Mark Easterday and the 40oz Band play the best of today’s country hits, from Blake Shelton to Johnny Cash.
Coffee, breakfast, and business networking. Hosted by the chambers of commerce of Downey, Montebello and Commerce.
Forty-five minutes of comedy, tricks, juggling, plate spinning, and more. Free show presented by the Downey City Library.
Southern California Dance Theatre performs a full-length production of “Sleeping Beauty,” complete with dancers, sets and costumes. $29-$31. Order tickets at downeytheatre.org.
