When the seasons change in the Central Valley so does the venue, but with San Joaquin Magazine’s assistance you’ll never be left out of the loop! Keep our handy go-to guide close throughout the year and never miss out on a single annual event!
SUMMER
Lodi Grape Festival
Lodi
Support and celebrate the agricultural success of San Joaquin! Catch a few carnival rides, dig in to a variety of vendor delicacies and browse the exhibits while listening to live music. GrapeFestival.com
SJ International Film Festival
Stockton
Grab some popcorn and let that seat recline while you enjoy masterful works from veteran directors and rising filmmakers, hosted by the San Joaquin Film Society. Sjiff.com
StocktonCon
Stockton
Check out local rising artists while exploring a wonderland of comics, anime and gaming. Trade specialty cards or purchase hard to find collectibles. StocktonCon.com
Taste of the Delta
Lodi
Grab a ticket and help yourself to incredible cuisine, a variety of wines and show your support for the California Delta Chambers! TasteofTheDelta.com
Stockton Pride
Stockton
Enjoy food, live music and fun while showing your support for our LGBT community! Drop by the vendor booths or watch some amazing stage performances. StocktonPride.com
Reggae on the Delta
Lodi
Settle into a few hours of smooth reggae beats, rich conversation, and a menu of Caribbean dishes from the Breadfruit Tree Restaurant. BreadFruitTree.com
Jewish Food Fair
Stockton
Take a tour of the sanctuary, listen to live music and enjoy munching on some traditional foods at this Temple Israel hosted event. TempleIsraelStockton.com
Juneteenth
Stockton
Honor and celebrate those who helped to end slavery in our nation by joining in on the activities and lectures featured at this venue. VisitStockton.org
Delta Fusion
Stockton
Learn the cultural tales of our region through storytelling like no other! Featuring giant puppets, masked performers, pageantry and more. DeltaFusionStockton.com
Stockton Obon Bazaar
Stockton
Emerge a little more enlightened after touring the Buddhist temple, sampling the many Japanese staples and taking in all the vendors and stage performances! StocktonBuddhistTemple.org
Family Day at the Park
Stockton
Reach for every book you can and fill your day with the fun, literary activities this event provides! Featuring live music, interactive booths and more. FamilyDayatthePark.com
Greek Festival
Stockton
Visit a little piece of the Mediterranean! Enjoy savory Greek dishes and music, listen to the choir performances and tour the halls of the church. GoSaintBasil.org
Lodi Cyclefest
Lodi
Pop on your helmet and press hard on the pedal to keep up with the competition! This biking event will deliver both good times and family friendly fun. Deltavelo.com
Lodi Bluegrass Festival
Lodi
Take in the unique melodies of each performer down by the lake where bluegrass music will intermingle with smiling faces and good fun. BlueGrassattheLake.com
FALL
Manteca Pumpkin Fair
Manteca
Over 150 booths and pumpkin related revelries! Hosted by the Manteca Sunrise Kiwanis, explore the haunted house, carnival and enjoy each stage performance. MantecaPumpkinFair.org
Stocktoberfest
Stockton
Jump into a dynamic venue of German food, booze and fun! Stockton’s own Oktoberfest will feature keg lifts, stein holding competitions, and various downtown entertainment! DowntownStockton.org
Brubeck Festival
Stockton
Rekindle your love for Jazz and honor the memory of Dave and Iola Brubeck. This festival features rich musical pieces, lectures and more. Pacific.edu
Stockton is Magnificent
Stockton
Show your love for the heart of the Central Valley by checking out local artists and performers, visiting the historic showcases and nonprofit and community booths. StocktonMagnificent.com
Diwali Celebration
Stockton
Take part in India’s grandest holiday to enjoy traditional dances, live music and cultural delicacies. Hosted by the Indian Association of San Joaquin County. Iasjc.org
San Joaquin Potters Guild Fine Arts Festival
Stockton
A ceramic showcasing like no other! Visit this free festival to talk to the artists and take in the different styles and interpretations of the craft. SanJoaquinPottersGuild.org
Sandhill Crane Festival
Lodi
Take one of many different tours across the Lodi region to discover the Sandhill Crane. Visit Hutchins Street Square for the artwork exhibits and other various presentations. CraneFestival.com
Lighted Boat Parade
Stockton
Watch lights dazzle across the waterway as boats of all sizes, covered in a variety of displays, float down the channel at the port of Stockton. VisitStockton.org
Festival of Trees
Lodi
Feast your eyes on a holiday light show like no other! Enjoy over seven dozen decorated Christmas trees, exhibits and hands on crafts for the family! SanJoaquinHistory.org
Dell’Osso Farms Annual Pumpkin Maze
Lathrop
Hit the corn maze and never look back! Take to the skies on the zip line, traverse the haunted castle and conquer the aerial ropes course. PumpkinMaze.com
Trick-or-Treat on the Mile
Stockton
Bring your family out to the Mile and enjoy the shops while the kids don their costumes and do some trick-or-treating! StocktonMiracleMile.com
Annual Safe Trick or Treat
Stockton
Let your little ones follow the guided tours around University of the Pacific’s beautiful campus to collect candy! After, enjoy the carnival setting provided by the clubs and organizations of the school. Pacific.edu
Hmong New Year Celebration
Stockton
Head out to the San Joaquin Fairgrounds and dive into the Hmong New Year cheer! Celebrate with traditional dishes, live music and more. LfcemPowerment.org
Stockton Tamale Festival
Stockton
Tour tamale paradise, each cooking demo and the custom car, boat and motorcycle show. Take on the carnival rides and dance along with live performances! Stocktontamalefestival.com
WINTER
Delicato Vineyards Annual Arts Show
Manteca
Savor the rich bouquet of Delicato’s wines while browsing the art gallery and cast your vote for your favorites! Each piece is up for sale and yours to take home. DfvWines.com
Zion Chamber Orchestra Festival
Stockton
Join the Zion Lutheran Church for their three-concert performance of classical music. Free for all guests. ZlcStockton.org
Robert T. McKee Student Art Exhibition
Stockton
Realize the potential of our younger artists at the Haggin Museum showcase! Students from kindergarten to 12th grade feature their artwork. Free admission. HagginMuseum.org
Dell’Osso Farms Annual Holidays on the Farm
Lathrop
Dell’Osso brings in the holiday cheer with Christmas trees and light shows, ice skating and pictures with Santa. Tube down the snow slope and catch the Express Train! HolidaysontheFarm.com
Lodi Home & Garden Show
Lodi
Get all the neat tips and tricks for your dream home in one vendor-packed place! Featuring the Lodi Food Truck Wars, an appetizing event all on its own! MetroExpositions.com
Lodi Parade of Lights
Lodi
Watch the street lanes of Lodi glow in the chilly evening air as a parade of vehicles, decked in holiday regalia and strung in lights of all colors, come rolling down the road. LodiChamber.com
Stockton Restaurant Week
Stockton
Dive into this dine-out extravaganza by visiting your favorite participating food stops and sampling their specially designed menus! Support local restaurants and produce at great discounts. StocktonRestaurantWeek.com
Chinese New Year Celebration
Stockton
This free event features an amazing parade, ornate folk dances and many varied performances. Enjoy Taiko drummers, singing, martial art demonstrations and more. StocktonCnyc.org
Ripon Almond Blossom Festival
Ripon
Check out the vendors, carnival and live jams at Ripon’s Almond Blossom Festival. Hit the streets early to grab your seat along the city’s parade route! RiponChamber.org
Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament
Stockton
Cast out your line in honor of Bob McMillen and reel in the biggest trout out on the waters at Oak Grove Park. SjParks.com
SPRING
Orchid Festival
Stockton
Enjoy the vibrant flower arrangements hosted by the San Joaquin Orchid Society. Learn how to maintain these beauties and purchase one of your own. SanJoaquinOrchidSociety.org
Great Stockton Asparagus Dine-Out
Stockton
Local restaurants take on locally grown asparagus for a month of mouth-watering bliss! Enjoy uniquely crafted cuisine before the season runs out! DineoutStockton.com
Crossroads Street Fair
Manteca
Food, fun and free admission! Visit the vendor stands, stop by the car show and take time to cruise over to the carnival. VisitManteca.org
Cambodian New Year
Stockton
Forget about admission and parking, this event is free for all! Dance the day away, dine on Cambodian delicacies and bring in the New Year! VisitStockton.org
Stockton Earth Day Festival
Stockton
Show Mother Nature a little love by touring the exhibits, taking time for some yoga, and biking along in the parade! Wrap up the day at the Drum Circle closing! LiveGreenSanJoaquin.org
Lodi Street Fair
Lodi
Browse antiquities, hard to find collectibles and amazing hand crafted accessories while you chow down on good food and have yourself a great time. LodiChamber.com
Stockton Sikh Temple Parade
Stockton
Take part in the festivities of the Sikh Temple and enjoy their annual parade, traditional foods and the many martial art demonstrations. StocktonGurdwarasahib.org
Cinco De Mayo
Stockton
Listen to the Mariachi band, move your feet and gather around for good food and great entertainment! ElConcilio.org
Linden Cherry Festival
Linden
There’s nothing sweeter than a freshly plucked cherry at this festival! Enjoy the many vendor booths, food and various live entertainers. LindenChamber.net
Lodi Annual Spring Art Show
Lodi
Lodi’s local artists present their skill in the plethora of paintings and other art forms for your springtime viewing experience. Hosted by the Lodi Community Art Center. LodiArtCenter.org
