Stockton, California Crab Feed Season 2026
With the arrival of a cold new year comes a seasonal feast: crab feeds! From January to March, the Port City houses special events serving Dungeness crab.
Crab feeds are a common way to celebrate the arrival of crab season, as well as an opportunity to host community fundraisers.
*2026 CRAB FEEDS ARE HERE!*
Stockton, California has been home to numerous crab feed/charity pairings for many years now. We know how to throw a fun and engaging crab feed that benefits our community. These flavorful fundraisers help raise money for local organizations—with a number of them including raffles, live entertainment, and much more! Here are just a few crab feed fundraisers you won’t want to miss this season in Stockton. Also, a word to the wise: pick up your tickets early because it is not unusual for these feeds to sell out quickly!
Also, Some events below may feature crab alternatives (including rib feeds, lobster boils, and some tri tip deliciousness) just in case you wanted a fun night out with a different type of meal.
Note: The list below will be updated peridoically as new crab feeds pop up.
JANUARY
Saturday, Jan. 31: Lincoln Band Booster Crab Feed
The community is invited to join together for a night of good food and live entertainment in support of Lincoln High School band students at Presentation Church. Doors open at 5:30pm and from 6:30 - 10pm, guests will enjoy a classic crab feed dinner featuring marinated crab, pasta, salad, and bread, along with live jazz, a silent auction, raffle, and a no host bar. Tickets start at $80. Purchase now before they sell out!
Saturday, Jan. 31: Lulac Stockton Council 2060 Crab Feed
Happening at the Stockton Civic Auditorium from 5 - 11pm, the Lulac Stockton Council 2060 will be serving up delicious delicious pasta, salad, crab, music, a live auction, exciting raffle prizes, and dancing. There will also be a live auction with proceeds benefitting college scholarships, youth & community services, and more. Tickets start at $80.
FEBRUARY
Saturday, Feb. 7: Super Crab Bowl
Join the fun at St. Basil's when the Super Carb Bowl takes place from 6 - 10pm! Enjoy a night filled with drinks, dinner, and dancing with the proceeds benefiting the Stockton Host Lions Club Scholarship Foundation and other charitable projects in the greater Stockton community. Tickets are $85.
Saturday, Feb. 7: VFW Post 52 Annual Crab Feed & Dance
Show up at Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium for the VFW Post 52 Crab Feed & Dance. From 4:30 - 11pm, enjoy an all‑you‑can‑eat crab dinner complete with pasta, salad, and classic sides prepared with care by our local veterans and volunteers. This fundraiser supports VFW Post 52's programs and services, helping them continue to serve veterans and strengthen the community. Tickets are $80.
Saturday, Feb. 14: San Joaquin County Horseman's Association Crab Feed
From 4 - 9pm at the Micke Grove Memorial Building, you'll enjoy a fun evening hosted by the San Joaquin County Horseman's Association. There will be a fantastic crab or tri tip dinner, raffle, dessert auction, prizes, music, a full no-host bar, and more. Tickets are $70 + parking.
Saturday, Feb. 21: Employment Training Academy's Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser
This fundraiser helps to raise funds for the Employment Training Academy, who devote their time to developmentally delayed individuals to help them with their job skills. They'll have your choice of either crab or tri tip, as well as pasta, salad & fresh bread. Doors open at 5pm and tickets are $75.
Saturday, Feb. 21: Stockton Police K-9 Connection Crab Feed
Taking place at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, this fantastic crab feed benefits the Stockton K-9 Connection. This fundraiser will serve salad, pasta, bread, a no host bar, and of course fresh marinated cold crab. Plus, there will be dancing, a raffle, drinks, and door prizes! Doors open at 5:30pm and tickets are $80.
Saturday, Feb. 21: St. Basil's Preschool Crab Feed
St. Basil's Church will be hosting their crab feed from 6 - 10pm. Benefitting their preschool, they'll have a fantastic crab dinner by Seafood Express as well as raffle prizes, class projects up for auction, and even a dessert auction. Plus, you can get on the dance floor with the sounds from DJ Chris Perris. Tickets are $80.
Friday, Feb. 27: Unicorn Society Crab Feed
Be a part of a great cause and join this fun night at the Stockton Ballroom. Starting at 5:30pm, they are serving crab, pesto & marinara pastas, salad, bread, and dessert. Also, there is a large raffle and a live auction going down. Sponsored by Random Acts of Kindness Society, tickets are $85.
MARCH
Saturday, Mar. 7: Kiwanis Club of Stockton's Annual Crab & Shrimp Feed
St. Basil Greek Orthodox Church is the home for the annual Kiwanis Club of Stockton fundraiser event. From 6 - 10pm attendees will enjoy a crab feed, raffle prizes, and dancing after dinner. All proceeds go towards helping the Kiwanis Club of Stockton support 11 youth group Key Clubs in local schools! Tickets are $90.
Saturday, Mar. 7: Walton Special Center Crab Feed
The Friends of Walton Booster Club—which supports the Walton Special Center in Stockton Unified School District—will hold their crab feed fundraiser from 5 - 11pm at the Presentation Hall. Serving children with severe disabilities for over 50 years, this special night includes food prepared by Jason Kimball with plenty of crab for everyone. Plus, there'll be a no-host bar, auctions, and music to dance to. Tickets are $85.
But There's More!
Remember to bring a hearty appetite! Whether you’re a veteran philanthropist or a budding volunteer, there’s no better way to support a local charity than at one of these Stockton crab feed parties. Find a crab feed event happening near you.
Also, why not stay the night after you've indulged on crab? 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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