Best Deals for Shopping Extravaganza on Black Friday

Black Friday

Black Friday is finally back! With impressive deals and heavy discounts now you have a reason to kickstart the celebration even before the Holiday begins.

Claire’s Black Friday sale is only on November 24th. So, make sure to be at the store even before it opens. This year’s offer is an amazing 50% on most of the items on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The cyber Monday sale will run from November 27th until November 30th. If you are not daring enough to brave the in-store crowd, go online where the deals remain valid on every single item.

Grab the perfect mattress before guests start coming in for the Holidays! Ameena by US Mattress has been opted by lots of customers and finally, they are up for online sale. Save a significant amount of money on any size. Their generous idea of donating a mattress for each mattress sold is a great act of charity to kick off the season of giving!

Local Pumpkin Patches Around Downey

Pumpkin Patches in Downey

Selecting the perfect pumpkin can be the main event, but there are tons of other activities that attract everyone to these pumpkin patches.

Visit Acostas Pumpkin Patch which features family-friendly activities like mirror maze and inflatables. Take a tour of their small patch with loads of pumpkins of different shapes and sizes. Kids can decorate their pumpkin and bring back home.

Shawn’s Pumpkin Patch is highly popular for fresh gourds and pumpkins at a reasonable price. Enjoy various autumn activities along with pony riding, face-painting and mouthwatering food items. The patch will run through October 31st. Located at the heart of the city, kids will have loads of fun amidst straw bales and corn stalks.

Come to Cougar Mountain Pumpkin Patch for jumpers, slides, pony rides and the perfect pumpkin! The friendly staff is always eager to help out the visitors around the patch.

These Local Parks will Help You Escape the City Crowd

Hiking in Downey

Variety of recreational opportunities feature these local parks where you can also enjoy walking, jogging, biking, and yoga.

Duck ponds and manicured grass are some of the locals favorite features of Wilderness Park. This neighborhood park is popular for fishing, picnicking and early morning exercise. Plenty of tables and tree shade make this park perfect for organizing birthday parties and family reunions. Be warned that parking fees apply during the weekends.

If you are looking for fenced dog parks around you, nothing can beat Rio San Gabriel Park. This park hosts two such dog parks. Sports fields, playground, and grassy area are also some of the highlights. Plenty of parking area and restrooms make it convenient.

Don’t miss Turnbull Canyon while you are in Downey. A drive of 10 miles will take you to this spectacular and scenic spot. Carry plenty of water if you are hiking. Explore this great workout destination with friends and family.

Guide to a Relaxing Weekend in Downey

Weekend Destinations in Downey

There are so many things to do in Downey that the weekend might not be sufficient. From kid friendly getaways to a couple’s night out, this city has something for everyone.

Rocket Fever is back! Visit Columbia Memorial Space Center on August 19th to be a part of Los Angeles’ only urban rocket festival. Other than free rockets, enjoy some good food, live music, and hands-on demonstrations.

Drive a few miles to The Grand Event Center and enjoy Talent Show Tragedy on August 19th 6PM-9PM. Book your tickets here.

Want to hit the dance floor this weekend? The Epic Lounge is hosting Modiva Night on August 27th 9PM-2AM. Be here before 10 PM if you want to avail the free entry. DJ Ty will rock the evening with groovy music. Guests must be 21 years or older. Enjoy the smoking patio, vape lounge and drink specials. Grab your friends and be a party animal this evening!

Take Pride in another Year of the Nation’s Independence!

Independence day Destinations in Downey

Salute the war heroes and honor their devotion for our nation’s Independence. An evening filled with family activities, an eye-catching firework show, food vendors, giveaways and music is dedicated to this day.

Downey High School Stadium is hosting a Freedom Firework Show on July 4th 9PM-11PM. This free event is open to public. Pets, alcohol or personal fireworks are not permitted here. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets and food and enjoy the glaring show of lights.

Don’t miss the summer concerts taking place all over Downey. Relax and have fun with your buddies as 3rd Marine Aircraft rocks Downey with their patriotic tunes on the eve of Independence day. Visit Furman Park for broadway show tunes, movie film scores and contemporary hits on July 12th 7PM.

Bilingual Story Time is an exciting activity happening every Wednesday morning 10.30AM-11.30AM. Enjoy stories, songs, dance and play in English and Spanish at Downey City Library.

Beat the Summer Heat with these Free Activities

Summer Activities in Downey

If you don’t want to spend a lot of money, there are free summer activities to make this season exciting and entertaining. Feel the hot sand at the beach and enjoy vintage music at the park.

Stargazing on a summer night is an amazing experience. Weather you want to hike and reach an isolated place or simply want to gather friends and admire the night sky together, choice is yours! Backyard barbecue in a cool atmosphere and identifying constellations will stay as a lovely memory forever.

Nothing can beat water activities in summer. You can either go for canoeing and fishing or lie out at your pool. Lazy summer weekends will relief your tired soul. Feed the ducks while you take a break from swimming.

Summers are incomplete without open air concerts. Be ready to check out the city of Downey’s official site to find all of the shows happening near you!

Family Friendly Destinations In Downey

Family Friendly Activities in Downey

There is always something fun to do in Downey. Check out these three family-friendly destinations if you are planning to make this spring an exciting one.

Wilderness Park features duck pond, walking or jogging paths and grassy areas for picnicking. Playgrounds for children between 2-12 years keeps this park always busy. Adults can enjoy fishing by the lake. Let your kids feed the duck and have a great time connecting with nature around.

Inquisitive and curious children can visit Columbia Memorial Space Center which hosts interesting exhibits and workshops. Enjoy the hands-on learning experience from expert professionals. Audiences of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to this tempting den of explorations and discoveries!

Downey Symphonic Society is the ultimate refuge for music lovers! Classical music pieces from Beethoven, Brahms and Mozart will enchant your soul. Music from different historical periods and countries will make this activity totally fascinating for the family.

Let this Spring be a Wonderful One with Your Family

Family Friendly activities in Downey

Here’s a list of outdoor activities which will keep the whole family engaged and entertained throughout the week.

Participate in the DCPTA Color-A-Thon on April 8th 8AM-11AM. This fun event is being hosted by Columbus High School. A $30 donation will be highly appreciated which will be driven towards the development of the school. T-Shirt, Back Pack and Color Pack and Entry to the run will be provided instead.

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. will be performed at Downey Theatre by Downey Symphony on April 8th 8PM-10PM.

Attend the DFCU Food Packing Event hosted by Downey Federal Credit Union taking place on April 14th 6PM-8PM. The whole family can work for this noble cause where 60,000 meals will be packed for the less fortunate!