Cerritos, California

Cerritos is well-known in the region for Cerritos Auto Square, an auto mall combining multiple dealers in one convenient three-block area. Los Cerritos Center is a major shopping center. It is anchored by Macy’s, Nordstrom, Forever 21, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Harkins Theaters, as well as many smaller shops. Each February the mall hosts the Friendship Festival, a multicultural festival with booths and cultural performances.

Cerritos Town Center is another important landmark. It’s located across from Cerritos City Hall, the high school, library, and sheriff’s office. The whole area is often called simply downtown Cerritos. The Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts is located there. The venue hosts a variety of performances, from theater to dance to singing to stand up comedy.

The sunny California weather invites residents to enjoy the city’s parks. Kids enjoy the playgrounds. There are tennis courts, basketball courts, pickleball courts, and a skate park. The city also maintains Iron Wood 9-Hole Golf Course.

Cerritos is considered one of the Gateway Cities of southeastern Los Angeles. The 605, 91, and 5 freeways run through the city, connecting it to the rest of Los Angeles County as well as neighboring Orange County.