Stockton, California

The Children's Museum of Stockton is an educational experience from the moment young visitors step through the door. The museum features hands-on, play-based exhibits that will enhance a child's understanding of how the world works. The Children's Museum also hosts special events and free admission days throughout the year!

As featured on Huell Howser’s Road Trip to Stockton in 2007, the Stockton Cambodian Buddhist Temple is home to over 100 vibrant, jewel-encrusted statues that celebrate the life and story of the Cambodian Buddha, including a striking 50-foot-long recumbent Buddha. Visitors are welcome daily during daylight hours, and admission is free, with donations accepted. The temple is also the site of the annual Cambodian New Year Celebration each April.

Head over to Stockton’s own fairyland for the young in age and the young at heart. Take a ride on the merry-go-round or board the Pixie Express Train traveling through Indian Territory, but be on the lookout for pirates. This beautiful park-like setting is sure to please visitors of all ages. Open May thru October.

Located in Sherwood Mall, Sky Zone is the world's first all-walled trampoline park. It offers a range of exciting, low-impact activities that are fun and fit for all ages. You can enjoy Open Jump sessions, challenge yourself in Ultimate Dodgeball, or even try the SkyRobics fitness classes. Sky Zone also provides space for birthday parties and group events, making it a great spot for celebrations or just an active day out!

The Bob Hope (Fox California) Theatre in Downtown Stockton, built in 1930, was one of only two "movie palaces" in the Central Valley. Today its 2,042 seats are host to year-round live theater, musicals, concerts, family events, classic cinema and comedy. The Bob Hope Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and features a marble mosaic floor that encompasses a 1,200 square foot space in the center of the lobby. This marble was imported from Italy and the mosaic was designed by a Canadian artist. The Theatre also features a 1928 Robert Morton theater organ, which came from the Seattle Fox Theatre which closed over 40 years ago. This organ was restored and donated to the theater by The Friends of the Fox, a volunteer organization that has been instrumental in preserving the theater. Check out their website for the calendar of the latest events coming to the Bob Hope Theatre!

Each year, the Adventist Health Arena is host to a variety of top entertainment, from The Toughest Monster Truck Tour to Carrie Underwood. Various concerts, WWE shows, Disney on Ice performances, and much more come to the arena as well.

For more than 70 years, the Stockton Civic Theater has entertained local audiences with world-class performances of Broadway’s favorite musicals and plays. Founded in 1950, SCT’s mission is to provide Broadway-quality live entertainment and arts education programs to California’s Central Valley. The theater produces five shows each year, each running for four weekends, and includes family-friendly productions and a summer youth program, SCT Jr. For the current season and performance schedule, visit the Stockton Civic Theatre's official website.

Founded in 1926, the Stockton Symphony is one of the preeminent performing arts organizations in San Joaquin County and the third oldest orchestra in California. Each year, the symphony presents a 5-concert Classics series and a 4-concert Pops series at various venues across the region. Known for electrifying performances, the Stockton Symphony captivates audiences of all ages with a blend of contemporary music and symphonic heritage. Visit the Stockton Symphony's official website for the current season schedule.

Oak Park Ice Rink offers public skating sessions, a pro-shop, Stockton skating school classes, birthday party rooms, and a full-size professional ice sheet available for private rentals. It is also the home rink for the Stockton Colts Jr. Hockey Club and the Stockton Figure Skating Club.

The Stockton 99 Speedway is an official NASCAR Whelen All-American Series track. Race fans will enjoy these divisions: Western Late Models, Grand American Modifieds, Super Stocks, Pure Stocks, Basically 4 Cylinders, MMRA Mini Cups, and West Coast Enduro Series.

West Lane Bowl is he largest bowling center in Stockton. Whether you’re throwing a party, hosting an event, starting a league, or just stopping by to prove who the all-time master bowler of the universe is — they’ve got you covered. They offer happy hour specials, family packages, and have a full coffee shop, restaurant, bar and diner.

This 258-acre oak tree park features Micke Grove Zoo, the Japanese Garden (a favorite wedding spot), Tea House, and Koi pond. Rental facilities with outdoor picnic shelters and indoor facilities are available. You will also find the San Joaquin County Historical Museum, softball fields, a disc golf course, and playgrounds.

This 80-acre park is situated in a beautiful oak forest with a 10-acre stocked lake, picnic area, paddle boats in the summer, and disc golf course.

Challenge your friends to laser tag in a state-of-the-art, two-story arena with over 6,200 square feet of play area. Experience the thrill of axe throwing in a safe, controlled environment. There’s also an arcade, five party rooms, and a spacious dining area.