Stocked Full of Cheer: Your Easy Guide to the Best Holiday Family Fun in Stockton, California
These are the must-see Stockton stops for your out-of-town guests.
The holidays are a special time in Stockton. The town is aglow with festive energy as everywhere you look seems to be celebrating. Read on to see the best ways to have some holiday fun!
Lincoln Center
Lincoln Center has been a local favorite for over 6 decades featuring specialty shops, unique dining experiences, and plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family. What makes it even more special is the snow! As if by magic, snow will fall on the brick walk every day, every fifteen minutes from December 1 - 31 starting at 5pm. Also happening all month long is their coat & sock drive. On Saturday, December 6, they are holding a food drive for the Emergency Food Bank of Stockton/San Joaquin. Plus, Santa will also make appearances with the Chug-a-Bug train through Lincoln Center! Here's the dates and times he'll be stopping by:
Friday, 12/5: 5pm-7pm
Saturday, 12/6: 12pm-3pm
Sunday, 12/7: 12pm-3pm
Saturday, 12/13: 5pm-7pm
Sunday, 12/14: 12pm-3pm
Additionally, they will be holding their Hanukkah Menorah Lighting on Sunday, December 14 from 4:30-6:30pm.
Photos with Santa at Weberstown Mall
Jolly old Saint Nick will be stopping by the Weberstown Mall for his annual Photos with Santa visit to the families of Stockton. From November 21 through Christmas Eve, you'll be able to pack up the kids, head to Weberstown, and take a photo with Kris Kringle himself. Also, for children on the autism spectrum and those with related sensory sensitivities, Photos with Sensory Santa will be taking place on Sunday, December 7.
ALSO: Check out the Pet Parties event at Weberstown Mall on Mondays, December 1 & 8, from 5 - 7pm.
Christmas Lane
"Christmas Lane" truly is a display you need to see to believe, happening between December 1 through 31, from sundown to 9 pm. This sparkling Stockton tradition has been delighting residents and visitors for over 40 years. Thanks to dedicated homeowners who collectively put on an amazing display of lights and decorations each year, there is an abundance of holiday cheer in north Stockton. This show takes up the 1400 block of Meadow Avenue, just west of Pershing Avenue. Prepare to be mesmerized!
Miracle Mile
Since Miracle Mile is home to all things boutique in Stockton with its variety of vibrant shops and restaurants, it's also become the go-to location for much of the community's #shoplocal activity. One visit and you'll see the entrepreneurial spirit that courses through the small businesses here. Find small boutiques filled with fashion, local creations, sweet treats, and beautiful works of art. Plus, on Saturday, December 13 from 12 - 5pm, they'll be having their Holiday Sip & Shop on the Mile—featuring cookie decorating, caroling, pictures with Santa, and more!
"Home for the Holidays" at Stockton Civic Theatre
The outstanding talent at the Stockton Civic Theatre celebrates the holiday season with their live performance of "Home for the Holidays" on the SCT stage December 19 & 20. The evening features a beloved cast of SCT veterans and rising stars, with the story concept coming from SCT’s very own James Reed, who also directs. Catch this exciting holiday play with you and yours while supporting Stockton's performing arts community.
But Wait, There's More!
Here are even MORE events going down in Stockton to put you in the holiday spirit!
- Holiday Village at Village West Marina & Resort - Friday, Dec. 5 from 6 - 8:30pm.
- Santa Dash 1K & 5K - Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10am - 1pm.
- Holiday Pops with the Stockton Symphony - Sunday, Dec. 7 from 2:30 - 4:30pm.
- 2nd Saturdays: Snowy Owl at the Haggin - Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1:30 - 4pm.
- Unwrap the Harmony! - Saturday, Dec. 13 from 2:30 - 4:30pm.
- Stockton Chorale: Light in the Darkness - Dec. 13 & 14.
- Live Music at the Haggin: Opus Handbells - Thursday, Dec. 18 from 7 - 8pm.
Visiting family for the holidays and looking for a place to stay? Stockton is home to numerous fantastic hotels located in key parts of the city, making it easy to enjoy the beauty of the city, take part in a shopping spree, and savor some delicious cuisine. Discover the outstanding hotels in our city by clicking here!
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