Downtown Stockton will trade business suits for superhero capes, princess dresses and plenty of Halloween costumes when Monster Mash 2026 takes over Courthouse Plaza on Friday, October 30.

A night of dining, music and philanthropy in Stockton will also offer something the public has never seen before: the first look inside the planned expansion of the World of Wonders Science Museum.

Colorful traditional clothing, cultural performances, music, sports and the aromas of Hmong cooking will fill the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds this November as Stockton's Hmong community welcomes families from across the region for its annual New Year celebration.

University of the Pacific is preparing for a Homecoming unlike any other in its history. From October 9 through 11, alumni, students, families and friends will gather on Pacific's Stockton campus for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2026, a three-day celebration that takes on special significance this year as the university marks its 175th anniversary.

Churches and community organizations from across the region are preparing to take their message of faith and service outdoors as The Encounter: Jesus in the City 2026 returns to downtown Stockton for a two-day gathering at Weber Point Events Center on October 3 and 4.

Stockton families will have an opportunity to take care of their health while connecting with valuable community resources during Family Wellness Day, a free event bringing health screenings, vaccinations, family activities and support services together in one place.

Music can entertain, inspire and bring people together. But what happens when musicians set aside the written score and create something in the moment? A special event at University of the Pacific will explore how improvisation can become a powerful tool for education, communication, creativity and healing.

Professional hockey is coming back to Stockton, and this time it is bringing back a familiar name. The Stockton Thunder will make their home debut on Saturday, October 17, 2026, against Oceanside HC at Adventist Health Arena, marking the return of professional hockey to the city after a four-year absence. Opening night is scheduled for 6:11 p.m.

Music, poetry and personal expression will take center stage in Downtown Stockton on Saturday, October 10, as Little Manila Rising hosts Open Mind & Open Mic, a community event recognizing World Mental Health Day.

Downtown Stockton will come alive with color, music, art and remembrance on Saturday, October 24, when the Mexican Heritage Center & Gallery hosts its annual Día de los Muertos Community Street Fiesta. The family-friendly celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mexican Heritage Center, bringing the community together to honor loved ones while celebrating the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos.