Whether you’re tossing on a Hawaiian shirt for Faith Night at the ballpark, bringing the kids to a community festival or winding down with smooth jazz on a Sunday night, Stockton has something for everyone this weekend.
Read on for a sampling of events from Visit Stockton, Stocktonia’s event calendar and other community event organizers.
Stockton Ports vs. Modesto Nuts – Faith Night
Date: Friday, August 8 at 7:05 p.m.
Location: Stockton Ballpark, 404 W. Fremont St., Stockton
Celebrate Faith Night with baseball, fireworks and a Hawaiian shirt giveaway presented by The Parks Group. Bring the family for food, fun and the Delta breeze. Tickets start at $13.
Family Fun Festival
Date: Saturday, August 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Central United Methodist Church, 3700 Pacific Ave., Stockton
Enjoy bounce houses, therapy dogs, crafts, photo booths and more at this free family event hosted by Family Promise of San Joaquin County. A fun way to support local families and enjoy a summer afternoon outdoors.
Youth Art Program: Final Session
Date: Saturday, August 9 from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Stockton Art League Goodwin Gallery, 1902 Pacific Ave., Stockton
This five-week art series for teens wraps up with one more hands-on session led by local artists. The program aims to provide accessible, community-supported art education for youth.
Racing at Stockton 99 Speedway – Special Event Night
Date: Saturday, August 9
Location: Stockton 99 Speedway, 4105 N. Wilson Way, Stockton
Catch the thrills at one of the Speedway’s special event nights, with ticket upgrades, fireworks and high-speed action on the West Coast’s oldest quarter-mile track. General admission starts at $25, with discounts for youth, seniors and military. Kids 10 and under are free.
Sizzle Plays Smooth Jazz With Open Mic
Date: Sunday, August 10 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Location: Coach’s Lounge, 126 E. Market St., Stockton
Close out your weekend with smooth jazz, live performances and a chance to step up to the mic yourself. This weekly open mic welcomes musicians, singers and cool cats of all stripes. Free to attend.
From family festivals and paintbrushes to racetracks and rhythm, Stockton’s weekend lineup keeps things fresh and full of flavor.
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