The holiday magic is back, and Stockton is your go-to destination for family-friendly, holiday fun this season!
From festive events to spectacular light displays, local shopping and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Stockton has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events.
Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable!
Looking to find holiday events in Stockton? Want to know where to meet Santa? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening in the 209. From Santa visits to Holiday performances and local shopping events, there’s something for everyone!
We’ll update this list frequently as more events are announced, so make sure to check back often!
Thank you to the sponsor of our Holiday Guide, The Haggin Museum!
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The Haggin Museum is an art and history museum in Stockton, CA serving the community for 90 years. Some of the highlights on display include paintings by American and European artists, such as Jean Béraud, Albert Bierstadt, Rosa Bonheur, William Bouguereau, Jean-Léon Gérôme, George Inness and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The history galleries feature a 12.5 ton Holt Caterpillar tractor, as well as other accomplishments of the area's residents. No visit to Stockton is complete without stopping by the Haggin!
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November 21 through December 24 | Weberstown Mall
Bring the family to capture holiday moments with Santa that you'll treasure forever! Santa will be available for photos and visits from Nov. 21 - Dec. 24. Save time and avoid the line this holiday season by purchasing your photo package in advance when you reserve your time slot. Walk-ins are also welcome! Photos and visits with Santa located in Center Court will be available during specific hours, visit weberstown.com for details.
Photos and visits with Santa will be available during specific hours. Find Santa in Center Court.
November 22nd at 3:00pm | Weberstown Mall
We’re planning a Santa celebration, and we want you there!
We’ll have tons of fun and festive things going on—you won’t wanna miss it!
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December 1st and December 8th from 5pm to 7pm | Weberstown Mall
Pet Photos with Santa, what could be cuter?! Stop by for a paws-itively cute pic of your pet with Santa. They’re going to love him – we just know it!
Photo packages available for purchase. No reservations are needed. Please be sure all pets are either on a leash or in a carrier.
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December 7th 9:30am-10:30am | Weberstown Mall
Join us for a sensory-friendly Santa experience!
There will be a variety of sensory friendly activities for everyone to enjoy while meeting Santa before the hustle and bustle of regular mall hours.
Visit weberstown.com for reservations and details.
Hungry Crafting Sisters (Tied and True)
At Tied and True, we create heartfelt, custom pieces - from photo magnets to laser engraved keepsakes. Made with love right here in Stockton, CA
Contact us to help create the perfect customized gifts and decor for the Holidays
You can find us locally, online and now booking for private events!
For more information contact hcsisters2@gmail.com or 209-518-0566
https://www.instagram.com/hungrycraftingsisters/
Shop local this holiday season and support local makers at Sweet Life Boutique on the Miracle Mile. They offer a variety of handmade and one-of-a-kind gifts that include candles, hand-crafted artwork, jewelry, clothing, and so much more! Custom orders are available on lots of items.
*Hot Buys: Labubu and Labubu Accessories
Visit them at 2051 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95204.
IG: sweetlifeboutiquestockton | FB: Sweet Life Boutique Stockton | Website:https://shopsweetlifeboutique.com/
Unwrap the Gift of Relaxation this Holiday Season! Treat yourself or a loved one to a personalized massage experience that promises to rejuvenate the body and soothe the soul.
Ronica Villa, CMT #84956 will craft a custom session designed to meet your unique needs, ensuring a blissful escape from the holiday hustle. Give the gift of serenity and make this season truly memorable. Book now and let me help you find peace and tranquility amidst the festivities!
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My Salon Suites in StoneCreek Village-Stockton
128 Lincoln Center, Stockton
Love is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll taste it in our innovative flavors, thoughtful designs and unwavering commitment to make every moment unforgettable. And that love shows in every delectable crumb, from just-the-right-size, blissful Bundtlets to show-stopping Decorated Cakes and beyond.
Regalo Bello Holiday Open House
November 23rd 10:00am-5:00pm | Regalo Bello 18817 E. Hwy 26 in Linden
Opening Day on November 25 at 10am | Lodi Grape Festival
Green trees, custom flocking and glitter, fresh wreaths and garland all available daily until sold out.
Follow us on Instagram for all our updates, @lodichristmastrees
When you shop at North Stockton Grocery Outlet, you’re supporting a local husband-and-wife team who loves serving this community. Find fresh surprises and brand-name groceries at 40–70% off every day. Visit us at 6618 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207—shop small, save big, and celebrate local this season!
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
November 7th | Bob Hope Theatre
Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends.
Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry and opulent costumes and sets, hand-crafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever.
Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.
Get tickets today!
November 20th-December 14th | Stockton Civic Theatre
Inspired by the beloved film, Anastasia transports audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love ,and family.
Purchase tickets here
December 5th 5:30-7:30pm | Hidden Tea Room
Celebrate the joy of the Christmas season with us. We will have sales and promotions exclusive to this event only!
Each guest will take home a keepsake tea cup as well as a teacup candle, a tummy full of tea and treats, and joy in their heart.
$50 per person includes keepsake tea cup, tea and food pairing, candle making, live music, shopping and more!
Call to book your spot (209) 452-5366
December 5 | December 6 | December 18 | December 19
6pm - 9pm | Oak Farm Vineyards
We’re delighted to announce the return of Oak Farm Vineyards annual Christmas Market. To accommodate growing interest and offer greater flexibility, the winery will be open on five select days for guests to enjoy the festivities.
This is a 21+ event only!
Wild Winter Wonderland Holiday Celebration
December 6th 5:00pm – 7:30 PM | Haggin Museum
Celebrate the season at the museum’s Wild Winter Wonderland, hosted by the Junior Women’s Group.
Join us for a festive, family-friendly evening where art, nature, and holiday magic come together! Enjoy and enchanting night filled with seasonal refreshments, live music, kid's crafts, and a chance to explore the museum after hours.
Plus, don't miss the stunning special exhibition Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild, on view during the event.
Santa will be there, so get your Christmas list ready!
For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit https://hagginmuseum.org/events/wild-winter-wonderland/
Festival of Trees
December 6 and 7 from 10am to 4pm | San Joaquin County Historical Museum
Festival of Trees is an annual tradition at the San Joaquin County Historical Museum. Join us for this festive, two-day celebration featuring crafts, entertainment, food, and beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Enjoy performances by local artists, pick up festive swag or a wreath made by our Docent Council members, and stroll our beautiful 18-acre grounds as you and your families make memories which will last a lifetime!
Stockton Symphony presents: Holiday Pops
December 7th at 2:30pm | Atherton Auditorium
Light up your holiday season with a heartwarming afternoon of festive favorites with a theatrical twist! Vocalist Jesus Vicente Murillo joins the Symphony alongside the adorable Stockton Youth Chorale for an enchanting performance of Christmas classics. Experience a joyful audience sing-along, the transcendent O Holy Night, magical moments from The Nutcracker and The Polar Express, and many more seasonal treasures with Broadway caliber vocals. Start a new family tradition with music that captures both the spirit of the season and the magic of the stage.
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Family Night-Oak Farm Holiday Stroll
December 12th 5:30-8:30pm | Oak Farm Vineyards
In addition to our traditional Christmas Stroll nights for adults, we’re excited to introduce a Family Night this year. An evening for parents to bring their kids to enjoy the festive lights!
Please note: This night will not include vendors selling their items.
2nd Saturdays for Families: Snowy Owl
December 13th 1:00pm – 2:30pm | Haggin Museum
Experience the wonder of winter through art and story.
Children will paint their own snowy owl masterpiece, inspired by the majestic owl featured in A Life in the Wild, the stunning wildlife photography exhibit by Thomas D. Mangelsen.
Then enjoy listening to The Christmas Owl by Gideon Sterer and Ellen Kalish, a touching tale based on the true story of a little owl found in the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree who gets a second chance at life.
For more information, visit: https://hagginmuseum.org/events/2nd-saturdays-snowy-owl/
December 14th 10:30am and 1:00pm | Hidden Tea Room
Join us for Bingo with Santa.
$30 per guest will include tea/hot chocolate, food and bingo fun!
Call to make your reservation at (209) 452-5366
A Charlie Brown Christmas-Live On Stage
December 17th | Bob Hope Theatre
Peanuts’ timeless holiday television special comes to life with the national tour of A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage, skating into cities this winter.
This critically acclaimed holiday celebration that the whole family can enjoy brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the Peanuts gang together live on stage as they uncover the true meaning of Christmas and perform songs from the unforgettable musical score of legendary composer Vince Guaraldi.
The Broadway-style production complete with immersive sets, lighting, choreography, and colorful costumes has sold more than 300,000 tickets over the prior holiday seasons.
Get your tickets here
December 18th 7:00pm | Haggin Museum
Enjoy an evening at the Haggin Museum! Events vary from special guests to live music and everything in between.
This evening, hosted by the Junior Women’s Group, is perfect for a night out with friends or a date!
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, beginning at 6:30 pm, as you socialize with friends before the program starts at 7 pm.
This fourteen-member group from the California Central Valley performs on five octaves of Malmark handbells and five plus octaves of Malmark hand chimes. Opus has been featured guest artists for several community concert series and has rung with the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. They have shared this unique instrument and their music locally, nationally, and internationally.
For more information visit: https://hagginmuseum.org/events/live-music-opus-handbells/
A Magical Cirque Christmas-A Holiday Variety Show
December 26th | Bob Hope Theatre
A Magical Cirque Christmas is a dazzling holiday variety show that captivates audiences of all ages. Bursting with festive charm, laugh-out-loud comedy, and heartwarming magic, this high-flying spectacle showcases the extraordinary talents of the world’s most elite cirque performers. From gravity-defying acrobatics to jaw-dropping feats of strength and agility, every act is set to a modern soundtrack of beloved Christmas classics. It’s a spellbinding winter journey through music, movement, and holiday joy—perfect for the whole family.
Purchase tickets here
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Stockton Kings vs. Salt Lake City Stars: WINTER WONDERLAND
December 4th 7:00pm | Adventist Health Arena
Cheer on Stockton's very own Stockton Kings! Bring the kids to downtown Stockton to make memories while enjoying an exciting game of basketball. Let's go Kings!
November 16, 11am to 5pm | Lincoln Center
It’s that time of year at Lincoln Center and we Ho-Ho-Hope you can join us for our Christmas Faire – a one-day only event for friends, family, and holiday cheer! Surprise yourself and get a head start on your holiday shopping and decorating with incredible in-store promotions and sales, while enjoying holiday music from local musicians throughout the Center. Before you shop-till-you-drop, visit Santa Claus and take a ride on the Chug-A-Bug Train. Enjoy the first snowfall of the season, Santa’s reindeer, horse and carriage rides and be sure to take advantage of free photos in front of our festively decorated Christmas tree.
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December 13 from 11am to 12pm | Weberstown Mall
Bring the kids to a special Storytime with Mrs. Claus at the Tiny Library near LensCrafters!
She will read stories, help with crafts and share a treat with the little ones.
December 14th-21st from 6:00-8:00pm (Showing every 20 minutes)
Lincoln Presbyterian Church
Looking for something fun, free, festive, and meaningful for the whole family?
Join us for Lincoln Presbyterian Church’s Annual Drive-In Christmas Light Show!
Experience the wonder of Christmas from the comfort of your car as dazzling lights and joyful music tell the story of hope and joy in Jesus.
The show runs nightly, December 14–21 from 6–8PM at 6241 Gettysburg Place in Stockton
with a new presentation starting about every 20 minutes. Come anytime during the evening!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a night of light, laughter, and meaning this Christmas season.
Food Drive
Support the ongoing fight against hunger by donating non-perishable , shelf-stable food items, which will be delivered to the Emergency Food Bank Pantry.
Drop off at any SSCPL location
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
Bookmark this page, as we’ll be adding even more Stockton holiday events and family-friendly activities throughout the season!
