We came to see Electric Vinyl. They play songs made famous by other rock and roll bands , and they…read moredo all the songs. They even did Hotel California really well. There was a snack bar with homemade fruit pie slices for $3.00. Also served hot dogs, burgers, and chips. Always wear ear plugs to prevent permanent hearing loss .

There are some traditions that make summer feel complete, and the Furman Park Summer Concerts are…read moredefinitely one of them. My entire month of July was spent here with my community, and I loved every single minute of it.The concerts start at 7:00 p.m., but I was always the first one there since I live the closest. I'd show up with my folding chairs, claim a big spot, spread out blankets, and save plenty of room for everyone. Then I'd wait for my friends to arrive. You know the evening is officially about to begin when they play Downey's official city song! I had no idea Downey even had a song, but it's absolutely adorable and always puts everyone in a great mood.Our final concert was extra special--we had a grand total of 22 people at our little gathering! Every week turned into a giant community potluck with everyone bringing something delicious to share. One weekend my friends even surprised me with a birthday party, complete with a decorated table and cake. It made me feel so loved, and it's a memory I'll treasure forever.There's something so peaceful about sitting on a blanket, listening to live music, chatting with friends, and watching the sun slowly set over the park. It's a reminder that some of the best nights don't have to be expensive--they just need good people and good music.The concession stand offered the basics--hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, pie, and drinks. I do wish there were a few more food options, but maybe that's something they can expand on next year. Before the concerts, there were booths from local businesses like Lazy Dog, the Downey Theatre, dental offices, and other community organizations offering fun giveaways, games, and raffle prizes. We never won the raffle tree, but we sure had fun trying every week!One of my favorite parts was running into so many familiar faces. It truly felt like the entire community came together to enjoy summer evenings at the park.The only downside? July is over way too fast! I wish the concert series lasted longer because one month just isn't enough.Thank you to everyone who makes these concerts happen each year. Until next summer...

I dropped my daughter off to attend a class today. I was definitely concerned since the photos on…read moreyelp aren't very reassuring of environmental safety etc. I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived. Ample parking right in front of the community center. Two nicely labeled outdoor restroom (I didn't check how clean they were). Pretty nice playground for kids to play. City of Norwalk gardeners maintain the grounds pretty well. Hope the class works out but it's a nice park. At least during the morning hours.

It is a small park located just off Excelsior Drive. There is a small baseball that is enclosed by…read morea locked gate and it doesn't appear the Little League that used to be here has been active in years. They keep the field locked up so you can't use it for a family softball game unless you are willing to climb the fence. There is also a small t-ball field that doesn't have a fence surrounding it. There is only one basketball court and two handball courts. There is a small open grass area where you see people sometimes have a small pick-up soccer game. There is a recently renovated playground for the little kids and a recreation center with a room/patio that can be rented out. The main problem with this park is it just seems "dead"...you don't see young kids or families hanging out having fun...there is usually more adults there hanging out that look a bit sketchy like they are there because they don't have anywhere else to go and are possibly homeless, unemployed, and you will see people hanging out on benches in the shade of the trees smoking weed and getting their drink on...more a hangout for losers than families in my opinion.

We love this park. Bring your pup on a leash and walk the park. Ponds, playground, flowers and…read morewildlife make this park fun and gorgeous. Watch for the ducks, geese, turtles and fish just be sure if you hang out with the birds you have shoes that wash off easily. Bunnies are often seen in the shrubs, darling and so fun to spot. They recently gutted this entire park so everything is new. Bring lunch and use one of the picnic tables or find a tree to sit under. This is a great park with a bathroom near the playground, swing in and check it out. The gorgeous flora alone is worth the visit.

This park is a great spot to relax in a relatively secluded area. There is a fee for parking which…read moreyou can pay at the machine inside. There is a route that I used to walk around the park. I saw a playground, a pond, a bridge, several trees, and people enjoying themselves. There are areas where people can set up for activity and eating, at least one appeared to be reserved. This park is near the 5 and 605 freeways. It was not too crowded on the Sunday mornings that I visited earlier this year.

I love this park to go on walks with my dogs. There are usually kids playing sports on the weekends…read moreand evening here. The park is generally very clean and I feel safe going on walks by myself here. There is a play area for kids as well as a hand ball court. I dislike the tagging that is sometimes here, but that's about it. Pretty nice park.

Very cool new playground equipment, with lots of rope fixtures, like a big climbable sphere! Picnic…read moretables, basketball hoops, handball walls, and a little amphitheater. Four stars because of all the people--not great for distancing, but not terrible!

Special pool events and capacity are not posted until you get there. I have wasted several trips to…read morefind out they are at capacity, closed for events, and/or closing early, etc. Front desk is run by a bunch of teenagers. Not the best customer service. Not helpful. Not welcoming. My kid just wants to go swimming...it shouldn't be this difficult.

This is my favorite park to run or walk at in the mornings. It's always clean, peaceful, and almost…read moreempty during the week, which makes it the perfect place to start the day. Parking is always easy, and I love the area it's in. I usually come with my sister, but honestly, I'd have no problem coming alone because the vibe is just that chill. Definitely recommend.

Ideal for cardio, walking, or running, this park features a well-maintained runner's track in the…read morecenter and a designated walking area along the outskirts. The runner's track is clear of debris and exclusively for runners, as indicated by signs. Parking is limited in the designated area, prompting some visitors to park on shaded streets nearby. While there are no public restrooms, two porta-potties are available. Throughout the park, you'll find numerous workout machines, conveniently located, including those near the porta-potties. With multiple entrances, this park is easily accessible, and due to its proximity to a residential area, you might encounter a cat or two. It's worth noting that during my visit, I observed a homeless man sleeping inside the park. Despite this, the park is generally well-kept, although there is an issue with feces in certain areas. On a positive note, there's a Little Free Library near the parking lot, promoting the sharing of books provided by a nonprofit. Operating hours are from 7 AM to 8 PM, ensuring a peaceful environment. Personally, I find the park enjoyable, especially for exercise, though the experience may vary depending on the time and day of your visit. OH and there is a volleyball court sitting on top of sand.

This is a really nice community park. The track was just repaved (10/21). Outside of the track…read morethere is a volleyball area with a sand pit, a workout zone with plenty of machines, and beautiful landscaping throughout. This is one of Paramount's hidden gems. The only downside I have to mention is that recreational football and soccer teams frequently visit for practice, which the park is not set up for. It's quite small and should not be utilized as a sport practice meet up. This is what deters me from visiting more frequently. Parking fills up, balls are flying every which way, and it can get quite noisy. Not my ideal setting for some relaxing cardio. I still recommend this park, as the city of Paramount takes great care and it is regularly maintained nice and clean.

Long known as Cerritos Regional Park, the park was renamed Don Knabe Community Regional Park…read moreNovember 30, 2016, in honor of former Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe. The 84-acre park has been serving the community for almost 50 years, providing tennis courts, a skatepark, playgrounds, exercise equipment, public pool, indoor courts, 2 fishing lakes, basketball courts, BBQ/picnic areas & the Cerritos Sports Complex. For my recollection, my first acquaintance with Don Knabe Park came by way of participating in the Annual Youth Fishing Derby. Kids are given the opportunity to compete with other registrants to catch the largest catfish. Bait is provided, and fishing tackle is first come, first served basis. As a teenager, I became more interested in fishing, and tried my hand at largemouth bass fishing w/ lures. On my first outing, a caught a decent-sized bass. I've seen much larger sized bass caught, too. The CA Dept. of Fish & Game stocks the lakes with rainbow trout (colder months) & channel catfish (warmer months). For trout, I've been lucky using small spoons, while catfish is simply bait & wait with smelly bait of choice. For such a large park, the parking is absolutely free! Which, along with proximity, is why I frequent Don Knabe Park over others. One complaint I have, is there can be duck & other waterfowl landmines (aka poop) all over the concrete walkways next to the lakes, if the groundskeepers aren't timely at keeping up with the power washing to clear the walkways out. Cerritos' own Central Park, Don Knabe Community Regional Park is an out of doors haven, for those looking to increase their daily steps, play their sport of choice, or wet a line and see if the fish are biting. It's a great resource which I take full advantage of, and hope to continue visiting for many more years to come. Highly recommend!

A large park with all of the standard amenities plus a lot more. I saw folk fishing, there's a…read morelarge sports complex area, and so much open area for whatever event you're looking to hold. We did our Cub Scout bridging here and it worked out perfectly! A playground, sitting area, water, and bathroom near by, along with enough room to have all of our events spread out without impeding any else's experience. In all this is a really nice park, and I'm certain we'll be back in the future. :)

Here for the airplane vibes! Took our 1 1/2 toddler niece here. She loved the airplane playground …read more Well maintained park, beautiful .

We came to see Fortunate Son, a John Fogerty tribute band. I've seen them here before…read more They play all the hits and we always have such a good time here. Tonight is another one of them. This band is SO good. Every song is tweaked to perfection. We had such a great time at the show.