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Our Guide to Stockton, California’s Top Annual Events and Festivals
2022 ( Canceled for 2021 ) • Named after the late S.J. County parks employee and avid fisherman Bob McMillen, this rainbow trout tournament features a series of competitions in various age groups. Held every first Saturday of March at Oak Grove Regional Park.
209.953.8800 | sjparks.com
2022 ( March 2021 Canceled ) • Entertainment includes parade, tai chi demonstrations, folk dance performances, an award winning lion dance troupe, magicians, jugglers, Peking opera, and more.
stocktoncnyc.org
February 25, 2021 – April 18, 2021 (VIRTUAL) • The longest-running student art competition in the United States features the work of student artists from the public and private schools of San Joaquin County with awards to winners in grades K to 12. 2017 will be it’s 90th year!
209.940.6300 | hagginmuseum.org
TBA • The San Joaquin County Home Improvement Show offers homeowners and future homeowners the opportunity to visit several vendors in one place at one time. Guests can visit vendors and get tips and new ideas to help improve and beautify their homes and yards.
209.941-1880 | metroexpositions.com
April 10-14 2020 ( Canceled ) • A multi-day celebration featuring food, music, and various types of popular Cambodian folk dances.
209.938.1555 | visitstockton.org
2022 ( April 2021 Canceled )• Featuring wine tasting, a bounty of food from 15 local restaurants and caterers, wine pairing, olive oil tasting, blind tasting, meet the wine maker, and live music.
209.369.2771 | grapefestival.com
2022 (Canceled for 2021) • The BIGGEST Asparagus Festival in the West features a fantastic lineup of events and entertainment, the festival is sure to be an enjoyable time for the entire family!
916.370.3647 | sanjoaquinasparagusfestival.net
May 3, 2020 ( Canceled )• Weber Point is the site of this celebration of Mexican-American culture.
209.644.2600 | elconcilio.org
May 15 & 16 2021 • The area’s finest wines are paired with decadent chocolate concoctions, making for a deliciously and possibly romantic experience!
209.367.4727 | lodiwineandchocolate.com
June 28, 2020 The largest antique and craft fair for a hundred miles in any direction. Over 700 vendors and exhibitors in 10 square blocks with their creations and collectibles.
209.367.7840 | lodichamber.com
May 6, 2022 (2021 event cancelled)• A Farm to Table Dining Experience on Main Street. Hosted by Visit Stockton in partnership with the City of Stockton. A fundraiser to support the San Joaquin Delta College Culinary Arts Program. Sponsorships open November 2021. Tickets on sale February 2022. This event will sell out.
209.636.4348 | feastatthefox.com
May 15-17 , 2020 ( Canceled )• The area’s finest vintages are featured at this Lodi Lake event as well as a dozen regional restaurants, live music, cooking school, seminars, marketplace featuring arts, crafts and specialty merchandise, and the on-site wine store.
209.365.0621 | zinfest.com
June 6, 2020 ( Canceled )• 2,000lbs of catfish are stocked for this annual tournament at Oak Grove Regional Park in Stockton.
209.953.8800 | sjparks.com
June 7, 2020 ( Canceled )• Temple Israel hosts this celebration of Jewish culture with brunch, a bake shop, great food, music, games and tours.
209.477.9306 | templeisraelstockton.com
Wednesdays, June 3 - August 19, 2020 ( Canceled )• This cherished Stockton tradition features 12 weeks of free and live outdoor music in Stockton’s Victory Park. Bring a picnic dinner, your favorite people, and enjoy a free show!
209.938.1555 | visitstockton.org
June 18-21, 2020 ( Canceled )• The San Joaquin County Fair is returning to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton! Featuring live music, rides, games, and more!
209.466.5041 | sanjoaquinfairgrounds.com
June 12 & July 10 & August 14 & September 11 & October 9, 2020 ( Canceled ) • This free family event at Weber Point in Downtown Stockton features a movie projected onto the Weber Point sail structure. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs! Move begins at dusk.
209.937.8119
Wednesdays, June 3 - August 19, 2020 • This cherished Stockton tradition features 12 weeks of free and live outdoor music in Stockton’s Victory Park. Bring a picnic dinner, your favorite people, and enjoy a free show!
209.938.1555 | visitstockton.org
August 8, 2020 ( Canceled ) • The “Taste” showcases fine restaurants and wineries of the California Delta region, making for a delicious afternoon on the Delta.
916.777.4041 | tasteofthedelta.com
August 1&2, 2020 ( Canceled ) • The Stockton Buddhist Temple sponsors this annual Japanese cultural bazaar featuring music, traditional dance, tea ceremonies, karate and judo demonstrations and more.
209.466.6701 | stocktonbuddhisttemple.org
August 15-16, 2020 ( Canceled ) • Experience popular culture (comics, card games, video games, cards, anime, manga, science fiction, toys, television and movies) in this annual convention and help raise funds for local charities and organizations.
stocktoncon.com
Cancelled for 2020 • City wide craft beer celebration featuring locally owned breweries, bars, pubs and restaurants hosting specialty beer tastings, beer dinners and more.
209.938-1555 | stocktonbeerweek.com
August 8, 2020 ( Canceled )• This annual outdoor beer, food, and music festival features over 40 breweries and officially kicks off Stockton Beer Week!
209.938-1555 | stocktonbrewfest.com
Canceled for 2020 • This free family event at Weber Point in Downtown Stockton features a movie projected onto the Weber Point sail structure. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs! Move begins at dusk.
209.937.8119
Wednesdays, June 3 - August 19, 2020 ( Canceled ) • This cherished Stockton tradition features 12 weeks of free and live outdoor music in Stockton’s Victory Park. Bring a picnic dinner, your favorite people, and enjoy a free show!
209.938.1555 | visitstockton.org
Canceled for 2020 • This event features gospel music, job and health fairs, children’s activities, crafts and food vendors.
209.482.0505 | stocktonblackfamilyday.com
Canceled for 2020 • Basil’s Greek Orthodox Church presents fine Greek cuisine and pastries to the tune of authentic Greek music and dancing, tours of the church with choir performances and plenty of games.
209.478.7564 | gosaintbasil.org
September 17-20, 2020 ( Canceled )• Celebrating the grape harvest with four days of name entertainment, wine tasting, grape murals, food and carnival. The musical headliners are sure to rock your world!
209.369.2771 | grapefestival.com
October 3-31, 2020 • The area’s largest pumpkin maze and family farm! Corn maze, pumpkin blasting, kiddie land, pony rides, petting zoo, tractor train, hay rides, picnic area, food court, and more.
209.982.0833 | pumpkinmaze.com
October 4, 2020 ( Canceled )• First Sunday in October. The fall edition of the largest antique and craft fair for a hundred miles in any direction. Over 700 vendors and exhibitors line 10 square blocks with their creations and collectibles the first Sunday in October.
209.367.7840 | lodichamber.com
October 3-4, 2020 ( Canceled )• The finest in pumpkin-flavored foods, music, crafts and more.
209. 823.6121 | mantecapumpkinfair.org
Virtual for 2020 • Stockton Arts Week is a 10 day celebration of our community’s diverse arts and cultural offerings. This city-wide event will highlight the vibrant art and culture Stockton has to offer by planning creative arts related events, such as: art walks, exhibitions, paint nights, demonstrations, performances, workshops, and much more!
209.938.1555 | stocktonartsweek.com
Canceled for 2020 • Annual alumni celebration that welcomes the public and alumni alike to celebrate homecoming at California’s oldest chartered private school. Featuring events, classes, dinners, and more.
209.946.2285 | pacific.edu
Canceled for 2020 • This free family event at Weber Point in Downtown Stockton features a movie projected onto the Weber Point sail structure. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and lawn chairs! Move begins at dusk.
209.937.8119
Canceled for 2020 • Pacific’s largest community service activity is designed to provide a safe environment for families to enjoy trick-or-treating on the University of the Pacific campus.
209.946.2285 | pacific.edu
November 6-8, 2020 • Every November nearly 8,000 Sandhill Cranes winter in Lodi. This fest has over 60 wildlife tours going out in all directions to view this true spectacle of nature. Always the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of November.
800.581.6150 | cranefestival.com
November 21 2020 • Youth and adult anglers compete for the largest trout in the lake.
209.953.8800 | sjparks.com
November 24, 2020 • The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is a local holiday tradition. Dedicate a light to remember or honor a loved one by donating to Hospice of San Joaquin.
209.957.3888 | hospicesj.org
Virtual for 2020 - November 26, 2020 • Join 4,000 runners and walkers, burn calories, have a great time on the scenic Stockton waterfront, and help raise money for holiday nutrition programs of the Emergency Food Bank.
209.464.7369 | runagainsthunger.org
November 16-17, 2020 ( Canceled ) • Celebrating Stockton’s Hmong culture with sporting events, all types of folkloric, colorful, traditional outfits, a variety of merchant booths, delicious traditional Hmong food, on-stage cultural performances, live bands, and music.
209.466.0721 |
lfcempowerment.org/shny
TBA • Indian cultural event featuring lights, dancing and traditional treats.
iasjc.org
December 5, 2020 ( Canceled ) • Always the first Saturday of December. Spectators are treated to an official tree lighting in Downtown Stockton’s Weber Point followed by the famous Lighted Boat Parade as it makes its way into Downtown Stockton.
209.938.1555 or 209.477.7653 | visitstockton.org
TBD - December 5, 2020 • An outdoor curated marketplace in Stockton featuring the Central Valley’s best makers, vintage, music, and street food. Shop, sip & snack, and socialize!
209.610.0482 | stockmarketca.com
Canceled for 2020 • Even Scrooge would get in the holiday spirit by gazing at the more than 70 unique and beautifully decorated Christmas trees at this San Joaquin County Historical Museum classic.
209.331.2055 | sanjoaquinhistory.org
December 12, 2020 - January 2, 2021 ( Canceled )• Santa Claus & his reindeer will be staying at the farm and all kids, young and old, are invited to pick their favorite tree, make a wreath or ornament & take a magical drive through the lights! Snow tube mountain!
209.982.0833 | holidaysonthefarm.com
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