Fun Things You Need to Do in Stockton, California this October

Head out to the famous Dell’Osso Family Farm with the whole family for 22 different attractions that will be sure to get you into the Halloween and Harvest spirit. Open September 30 - October 31, Dell’Osso Family Farm features a massive corn maze, haunted house, train ride, petting zoo, pumpkin blasting, zip lines, and much more.

The annual celebration raising positive awareness of the San Joaquin County LGBTQ+ community returns for its TENTH YEAR Sunday, October 1 from 10 am to 5 pm at Yosemite Street Village. There will be exciting costume contest along with a variety of food vendors, an arts area, a family area, and plenty of dancing. The Stockton Pride Festival celebrates the progress of the LGBTQ+ community as well as the unity between the community and our allies, with all proceeds from the festival going towards the San Joaquin County Pride Center.

The high-flying & in-your-face professional wrestlers from AEW finally make their way to Mudville for AEW Dynamite & AEW Rampage, going down Wednesday, October 4 at the Stockton Arena. This televised event will feature the LIVE broadcast of AEW Dynamite as well as taping of AEW Rampage, which will later air on Friday night. The eclectic and talented AEW roster features stars like AEW World Champion MJF, Jon Moxley, Jay Lethal, Chris Jericho, Samoa Joe, Adam Cole, Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland, Sammy Guevara, AEW Women's World Champion Saraya, AEW TBS Champion Kris Statlander, Ruby Soho, Toni Storm, Orange Cassidy, and many more. You DO NOT want to miss this electric event!

Come out and enjoy an afternoon on the Miracle Mile filled with classic cars and music! The Miracle Mile Car Show & Concert kicks off Saturday, October 7 from 12 to 5 pm. This event is FREE to attend with a lineup of beautifully maintained classic vehicles for you to gaze at. They will be lined up along Pacific Avenue, providing some stunning visuals as you stroll on by. Plus, if you're a car collector yourself and want to be featured, you can register for $60 before October 1 ($75 by October 7).

"Zicke Zacke Hoi Hoi Hoi!"

Head over to German Guys the weekend of October 7 & 8 for their fantastic annual Oktoberfest with The German Guys celebration at the Waterloo Gun & Bocce Club! Delicious, authentic German food, gracious hosts, live entertainment and some really tasty beer will be waiting for you—and thats just the start! On Saturday (the "party day"), there will be two German Polka bands, 12 Professional traditional German folks dancers, free photo booth, a beer mug holding contest, and a professional fire acrobatic show. Sunday ("family day") will feature the live music acts and a bounce house—and kids under 21 are FREE! Stop by German Guys and get your tickets NOW!

On Friday, October 6 from 6 to 8 pm, The Catalyst Arts & Wellness Studio will be holding one of their THREE Dia De Los Muertos-themed events this month. This first one—the Dia De Los Muertos Symposium, will feature a presentation showcasing the origins of the cultural celebration as well as how it has evolved over the many years. Following the presentation will be a live dance performance by Ballet Folklorico Raices Mexicanas. This event FREE and will feature beverages and light snacks, so join in on the celebration.

P.S. Mark your calendars for The Catalyst's upcoming two events in this cultural trilogy: Dia De Los Muertos Nichos Workshop on Sunday, October 8 and the Dia De Los Muertos Celebration on Saturday, October 21.

Puerto Rican food and music will be flooding Yosemite Street Village on Saturday, October 14 when the Sofrito Society of Stockton presents the Boricua Block Party at The Catalyst Arts & Wellness Studio. Going down from 12 to 6 pm, this block party will have DJs spinning Latin House, Reggaeton, Merengue Hip-Hop, and more. Plus, the flavor will be overflowing with delicious traditional Puerto Rican food, live art, salsa dancing, fun vendors, guest performances, and the Rhymosaurs Kids Zone. Whether you're Borinqueño, a lover of the culture, or looking to party with the community, this is the spot to be at!

Celebrate Filipino American History month by joining Stockton's Filipino community at the third annual FAHM Fest Stockton! Happening Saturday, October 14 from 11 am to 6 pm at San Joaquin Delta College, FAHM Fest Stockton is dedicated to the late Dr. Dawn Bohulano Mabalon—the co-founder of Little Manila Rising—and also marks the 20th year anniversary of the Historical Site Designation of Little Manila in Stockton. This beautiful event will be filled with performances, speakers, interactive art installations, music, food, and so much more. Plus, it's FREE to attend!

Add some vintage cinema to your Spooky Season celebration with a trip to the Bob Hope Fox Theatre. Playing this year is the 1948 horror comedy classic Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein, starring the iconic duo of Bud Abbott & Lou Costello alongside classic horror legends Bela Lugosi & Glenn Strange. Relive this film on the silver screen on Sunday, October 22 at 2pm, as part of the Friends of the Fox Classic Movie Series. Bring down the entire family for an afternoon filled with snacks, trivia, and a memorably fun and spooky time.

The Stockton Sports Foundation, a non-profit focusing on the promotion of sports tourism in Stockton, and Visit Stockton are heading their first-ever golf fundraiser with the Sport City Golf Tourney. Happening Monday, October 23 from 8 am to 5 pm, golfers are welcome to join in on the fun by registering themselves, a two-some, or a four-some. Registration includes lunch, practice balls, green fees, cart, beverages & snacks, and much more.

Looking for some spooky Halloween events in Stockton? Keep an eye out for our Halloween Happenings blog, available in a couple weeks. Until then, check this link to get a breakdown of all upcoming events taking place between October 1-31, 2023.

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