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
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.
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.
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.
Family-friendly Halloween event for everyone. Creepy crawl maze, candy, games, costume contests, and more. Free
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
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
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
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.
Come and enjoy Downey's 73rd annual Christmas Parade, 1:00 pm along Downey Avenue. Pictures with the Grinch from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Pictures with Santa from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Vendors for holiday shopping will be along 4th Street, between Downey Avenue and New Street.