Pacific’s Cultural Night Market brings food, traditions and student connections together November 11. Admission is free for Pacific students with a valid Pacific ID; the university listing does not confirm general-public admission.

Harvard art historian Jennifer Roberts visits Pacific November 12 to explore the images carried into space on Voyager’s Golden Record. The public lecture at Long Theatre will be followed by stargazing and hot cocoa in the Robb Garden.

The Stockton Kings open November 7 at 5 p.m. against the Santa Cruz Warriors at Adventist Health Arena. Opening Night: A 209 Celebration includes regional entertainment and community activations on the Fan Deck; tickets are required.

City of Stockton Councilmember Brando Villapudua invites residents to an October 21 community meeting to discuss the Van Buskirk Park Revitalization Project and learn more about efforts to improve the neighborhood park. For many Stockton families, neighborhood parks are more than places to play. They are where children make friends, neighbors gather, families spend time outdoors, and communities build connections that extend beyond their own front doors.

Big Valley Ford’s fourth annual Día de los Muertos Festival welcomes Stockton families November 1 with local student musicians, traditional dance, ofrendas and free activities. Tacos and beverages are available while supplies last.

Stockton families can spend Halloween evening together at CandyLand, a free October 31 community celebration featuring two live shows, carnival games, crafts and candy at First Baptist West Campus.

Pacific faculty, students and alumni will perform contemporary works in a free Oct. 29 concert featuring music by Tanner Porter and Nicky Sohn.

A beginner bird walk at University of the Pacific October 31 invites Stockton residents to explore campus wildlife with San Joaquin Audubon Society. Leader Henry Koertzen will welcome questions, and extra binoculars will be available.

A free Project Sentinel open house at Stribley Community Center November 14 offers one-on-one conversations about housing discrimination, educational materials and a chance to meet local fair housing service staff.

Stockton Rising's 2026 Summit will bring residents and project partners together November 6 to discuss climate investments, workforce programs and housing stability. Spanish interpretation will be available, and children are welcome.