April Adventures In & Around Stockton, California
Stockton, California has something for everybody in April — from cultural events to food festivals, and celebrating Mother Earth.
Spring has most certainly sprung here in Stockton, and the region is gearing up for one of the busiest times of the year. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor here to enjoy our beautiful scenery, take a look at our handy guide to some of the best family-friendly events happening across the area in April.
April 5
Stockton Ports 2024 Season
The Stockton Ports have been entertaining baseball fans at Stockton Ballpark since its opening in April 2005. Hanging out with the Stockton Ports, whether it’s in the seats near the dugout or on a blanket on the grassy bluff areas, it’s fun for the whole family! Plan an outing with family and friends by taking a glance at their April schedule.
Want more sports? Check out what's scheduled for Pacific Athletics this month by clicking here!
April 11 - May 5
Cabaret at Stockton Civic Theatre
Kander and Ebb’s legendary musical Cabaret—about British nightclub singer Sally Bowles, American writer Cliff Bradshaw, and the decadence of 1929 Berlin—makes its way to Stockton Civic Theatre stage! Based on the book by Joe Masteroff and music/lyrics by John Kander & Fred Ebb, this Stockton run will be directed by James Reed and be performed Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 2:30 pm.
April 12-16
Cambodian New Year Celebration
This cultural event boasts a variety of traditional Cambodian practices and spiritual activities at the Wat Dhammararam Buddhist Temple. The multi-day celebration focuses on buddhist ceremonies next to the larger than life statues, including food/merch vendors, traditional Khmer performances, and lively traditional dances.
April 12-14
San Joaquin Asparagus Festival
One of the most anticipated events in Stockton, California can be found at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in April. The San Joaquin Asparagus Festival is considered the largest event celebrating the asparagus spear on the West Coast. The festival offers a weekend full of asparagus-related dishes, live musical acts, beer and wine garden, petting zoo, and an exhilarating carnival experience for children and the young at heart!
April 14
Annual Sikh Parade & Festival
Come out and enjoy an event that brings upwards of 20,000 people to the Stockton Sikh Temple, the oldest Sikh temple in the county! Sikh devotees and spectators celebrate the time honored tradition of Nagar Kirtan as well as amazing food, music, and so much more. Plus, admission is free to all. Parade begins at 12:00pm!
April 14
Friends of the Fox Classic Movie Series presents Rear Window
The Alfred Hitchcock classic returns to the silver screen—this time at the Bob Hope Fox Theatre! Watch screen legends Jimmy Stewart & Grace Kelly in this tense suspense thriller from one of the most iconic filmmakers in Hollywood history. Doors open at 1 pm on Sunday, April 14. Don't miss out!
Also happening at the Bob Hope Fox Theatre in April:
- Brincos Dieras: Irreverente Tour (April 6)
- CeCe Winans: The Goodness Tour (April 17)
- Lo Mejor del Rock en Español Tour 2024 (April 20)
- Gospel Fest (April 21)
- Alicia Villareal "Donde Todo Comenzo" 2024 Tour (April 26)
April 20
Burning Flowers
What better way to celebrate 4/20 than with an event showing the diversity of the Central Valley through art, music, food and cannabis?! Going down at the Weber Point Events Center, all vendors, artists, and musicians will all be local talent. It all goes down Saturday, April 20 from 12 - 8 pm. Don't miss out on this community get together!
April 21
Stockton Earth Day Festival
Originating in 1988, the Stockton Earth Day Festival is an opportunity to reflect on how to make our Earth a better place for everyone. Celebrate the planet and revel with eco-friendly festival-goers at this one-day event at Victory Park. Festivities include an early yoga session, a march for science, unique efforts to protect the Planet Earth, presentations of creative arts & science projects by local students, and live musical performances.
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