Events in Downey
Piano for Beginners - Session 2 (11+yrs) - Downey, CA 2026
Piano for Beginners is an introductory class for new music students ages 11 and up. Each session covers core fundamentals like hand techniques, reading notes, rhythms and timing, plus building chords and playing songs across different styles. Students will need to bring their own keyboard piano. There is also a $15 material fee due to the instructor on the first day of class.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterTennis Maker- Intro & Intermediate - 18+yrs (Session 2) - Downey, CA 2026
Join a tennis class for adults with little to no previous experience. You’ll work on key basics like forehand, backhand, and serving, plus learn fundamental tennis rules. The instructor also provides bilingual (Spanish) instruction. No tennis racket is needed, but a $20 uniform fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.
Independence ParkAdult Jazz Dance Tue (Session 2)
Join a beginner tap and jazz dance class where dancers learn basic steps and fun routines. The session focuses on technique in both styles while building timing, flexibility, and confidence. Tap and jazz shoes are needed, along with a yoga mat or towel for class time.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterTiny Tot Dance (Thurs) Session 2 - Downey, CA 2026
Bring your 3 to 5-year-old to a fun Tiny Tot Dance class where they’ll learn basic dance fundamentals and build a routine set to music. The session blends styles like tap, ballet, and jazz, with simple, age-appropriate choreography. Tap and ballet shoes are required, and a yoga mat is needed for the class.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterAmbiente en Mandala - Cumbia en Vivo!
Get ready for a night of cumbia with live music at Mandala Cantina. Expect a fun, dance-filled atmosphere with puro baile and cumbia en vivo. The event is for ages 21+, and doors open at 9:00 PM. Free parking is available.
Mandala CantinaTap/Jazz Combo Beg Sat (Session 2) - Downey, CA 2026
This is an intermediate tap and jazz dance class for ages 10-16. Dancers will work on both technique and fun routines while building self-esteem, flexibility, and timing. Participants should have taken beginning level 2 or have prior dance experience. Tap and jazz shoes are required, and you’ll also need a yoga mat or towel.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterTumbling Beg 4pm (Session 3) - Downey, CA 2026
This is an entry-level tumbling class for kids ages 4 to 14. Students will practice cartwheels, basic tumbling skills, flexibility, coordination, and get an introduction to the balance beam. Parents are asked not to stay in the classroom so students can focus on instruction. A $5 cash-only material fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterMessy Jump & Play (Session 3) - Downey, CA 2026
Messy Jump & Play (Session 3) is a hands-on class for kids ages 1-5 that mixes active movement with creative, messy art activities. Kids will jump, roll, shake, and crawl, then spend the second half getting messy with things like painting, slime, and play dough. Parent participation is required (one adult per child), and there is a $10 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterEarly Childhood Program SUMMER (Weds/Fri 9AM) - Downey, CA 2026
Join this four-week early childhood summer program for ages 2-5, with hands-on learning themes that include nature and gardening, dinosaurs, engineering, and ocean animals plus chemistry activities. Classes run Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Parent participation is required (one adult per child), and a short Zoom orientation must be attended by parents.
Columbia Memorial Space CenterPump It Up Cheer & Dance Class (Session 3) - Downey, CA 2026
Join the Cheer & Dance class where cheerleaders will learn the basics of cheerleading and performance dance. The session covers team building, choreography, cheer movements and jumps, small stunts, basic tumbling, and more, all in a fun, upbeat format. Ages 6-12, co-ed. Students should wear a black KTA t-shirt (provided by the second week of class), black shorts, and sneakers, and there is a mandatory materials fee due on the first day.
Barbara J. Riley Community & Senior CenterBackpack Giveaway — The Downey Patriot
Head to Golden Park for a fun day with games, prizes, and information booths, plus free backpacks provided by Gangs Out of Downey.
Golden ParkTennis Maker- Serve & Return Clinic - Downey, CA 2026
Get ready to improve your tennis serve and return with a hands-on clinic open to all levels, including beginners. The sessions break down key serve mechanics like your toss, consistency, and rhythmic first steps, then help you build a more reliable delivery. The same focus carries over to your return skills, with clear, step-by-step instruction so you can strengthen fundamentals and take your game to the next level.
Independence ParkLaughs Without Borders: Immigration Benefit Show - Downey, CA
Laughs Without Borders is a comedy night with a mission to help families with immigration visa application costs. Enjoy a rotating lineup of comedians, hosted by KhoolAid, with music by DJ Greg C. It’s an in-person event where all net proceeds are donated to individuals and families to help ease legal costs related to immigration visa processes. Note that the show is strictly for ages 21 and up, and doors open at 6:30 PM.
BesoTennis Maker- Intense Specialty Camp (7-17yrs) - Downey, CA 2026
This intense tennis specialty camp is designed for youth ages 7 to 17. Participants will focus on competitive, semi-professional-style tennis training during the camp sessions. The camp meets at Independence Park Tennis Court 1 for a morning program running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day.
Independence ParkPink Floyd and The Doors. Live Tributes In Downey
Get ready for a live tribute night featuring two iconic-rock soundalikes. The Pink Floyd tribute band will perform, followed by The Doors tribute band, with both groups delivering two full sets of big hits. Expect HD screen visuals, laser and light show effects, and a full bar and kitchen available. Doors open at 9:00 PM, and the event is for ages 21 and up.
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