State of the Schools Breakfast

LA County Office of Education 12830 Columbia Way, Downey, CA, United States

Hear updates from Downey Unified School District leaders about the district's vision for the future. Proceeds benefit the TLC Family Resource Center.  Please use the parking lot off Ardis Ave. For more information, contact Ashley Catanzano  - acatanzano@dusd.net

$50

Downey Conservancy Walking Tour

First Presbyterian Church of Downey 10544 Downey Ave, Downey, CA, United States

Explore Downey's history up close and personal on the Downey Avenue. North Walking Tour.  Discover and learn about the homes, churches, and businesses that form the Avenue's beginnings and connection to the present. Route covers approx. 1.5 miles on foot.  Register at the website. Bottled water provided. $25/adult $10/child

$25

Downey Symphony Orchestra

Downey Civic Theatre 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey, CA, United States

The talented and charismatic violinist Strauss Shi returns again, this time to perform Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major. Music Director Sharon Lavery is pleased to announce the new policy of free evening concerts. Doors open at 5:30 for the preconcert art exhibit on the mezzanine.

Free

Chamber of Commerce Anniversary Celebration

Look Dine-In Cinema 8200 3rd Street, Downey, United States

Join the Downey Chamber at its annual anniversary gala, hosted this year by LOOK Dine-In Cinemas. Check-in and networking begin at 5:30 pm, followed by the program at 6 pm and a movie at 7 pm.

$50

Dia de los Muertos

Downey Civic Theatre 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey, CA, United States

Join the fans once again for one of Downey's signature events - Dia de los Muertos. There will be altars, dancing, music, artists, art exhibitions, food trucks, vendors, and much more. This is an all-day family-friendly event, and all for free.

Free

Pumpkin Patch

Downey Adult School 12340 Woodruff Ave., Downey, California

Family-friendly Halloween event for everyone.  Creepy crawl maze, candy, games, costume contests, and more.  Free

Free

Downey Kiwanis Club Centennial Celebration

Rio Hondo Event Center 10627 Old River School Road, Downey

Join in celebrating the 100th anniversary of this local civic group which has contributed so much to the community of Downey.  Guest speaker will be Douglas Frost, Cal-Nev-Ha Governor.  Contact Rose Schneeberger (626) 915-5610 or rschneeberger5@gmail.com

$100

Quartermania at the Library

Downey City Library 11121 Brookshire Ave., Downey, CA, United States

Have fun supporting the Downey City Library while you play this game that is a cross between an auction and an opportunity drawing.  Tickets include lunch before the event starts at 12:15. Click on the Event Website for details of how this new game is played. All proceeds support the children and family programs at … Continue reading Quartermania at the Library

$30

Downey Arts Presents an Afternoon of Blues and Latin Jazz

Epic Live 8239 2nd St., Downey, United States

Enjoy this rare opportunity for an intimate musical experience of blues and jazz. Downey Arts Coalition is presenting the Healers with its all-star blues band (they stole the show at the OC Festival), along with the legendary Mike Malone's Vibes Combo (very cool Latin jazz). The performance is dedicated to the Healers' late guitarist Henry … Continue reading Downey Arts Presents an Afternoon of Blues and Latin Jazz

$28

Veterans Day Ceremony

Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way, Downey, California

A special ceremony to honor our country's veterans will be held at the Columbia Memorial Space Center. Enjoy a patriotic musical performance by the Jazz Ensemble from Downey High and thoughtful words by guest speakers.

Free