Even with the weather cooling down a little — thank goodness — there’s no shortage of things to do outdoors around the region.

Some local celebrations return, including one that will bring a stylish bit of traffic to our Miracle Mile, as we head into October and “spooky season.”

Read on for a sampling of events from Visit Stockton, Stocktonia’s events calendar and other community event organizers.

Tall white tower with stained glass windows under a clear blue sky, surrounded by tree foliage.
Time 7 p.m.
Location 3601 Pacific Ave.
Price Free
Description

The men's team (1-5-2) hosts the University of California at 7 p.m. at Knoles Field on Friday, while the women's squad (1-8) takes on Loyola Marymount Saturday night at the same time.

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A man holding a container of peach cobbler and a wrapped cookie under a canopy at an outdoor event.
Date September 25, 2026 – September 26, 2026
Time 12-7 p.m. on Saturday; 12-6 p.m. on Sunday
Location San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S Airport Way
Price $10
Description

Bring your appetite to this gathering of food vendors from around Northern California, which returns to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds for its fourth year. Parking is free and kids under 5 also get in at no cost.

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A person walks along a partially dried out lake.
Date September 26, 2026
Time 8-11 a.m.
Location Lodi Lake, 1101 W Turner Rd.
Price $35 registration fee for adults; $20 for kids 12 and under
Description

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of San Joaquin County, which helps around 1,500 youths in the county living in foster care, is hosting this event at Lodi Lake. The timer starts at 9 a.m., with a Kids Dash set for 10:15 a.m.

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An arena in Stockto, California
Date September 26, 2026
Time 8 p.m.
Location Adventist Health Arena, 248 W Fremont St.
Price $43 and up
Description

The giants of Mexican regional music, who recently played a "Tiny Desk" concert on NPR, will command the whole stage at Adventist Health Arena. Doors open at 7 p.m.

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Date September 26, 2026
Time 12-5 p.m.
Location Pacific Avenue through Harding and Alpine, Stockton
Price Free
Description

The Miracle Mile will once again be the place to cruise this weekend, with not just a car show but live music, a kid's zone, and a beer garden on tap. The car show is limited to 100 cars, with a $40 registration fee the day of the event.

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Time 6 p.m.
Location The River Mill, 1672 West Bowman Rd., French Camp
Price $250
Description

The Stockton Symphony and United Way of San Joaquin County will hold a joint celebration dinner for their respective 100th anniversaries, with live music, a silent auction, and a dance party after dinner.

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