For more than four decades, Native American families, dancers, drummers, artists and visitors have gathered in Stockton for a Labor Day weekend tradition centered on culture, community and the sharing of Indigenous traditions. That tradition continues this year with the Stockton Community Pow Wow on Saturday and Sunday, September 5 and 6, 2026, at University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Avenue in Stockton.

Stockton 99 Speedway is ready to kick off Independence Day weekend with roaring engines, racing history, family fun, and a huge fireworks show. On Friday, July 3, 2026, the historic Stockton track will host the Ron Strmiska Firecracker 90, a patriotic summer tradition honoring one of Northern California’s most beloved short-track racers, Ron “The Manteca Missile” Strmiska.

The roar of engines, the smell of rubber, and the pulse of adrenaline will all come together this Saturday night as Stockton 99 Speedway hosts Championship Night One, the long-awaited showdown to crown the season’s champions.

A new book set to release next month is stirring interest in Stockton’s colorful past. Bring Me the Head of Joaquin Murrieta by historian and bestselling author John Boessenecker hits shelves October 21, 2025, promising to peel back the myths surrounding one of California’s most infamous outlaws.

Racing royalty returns to the 209 as Stockton 99 Speedway roars to life this Saturday, August 9, with its most anticipated event of the season — the Night of Champions. This year’s edition honors the legendary Harry Belletto, a three-time track champion and West Coast Stock Car Hall of Famer, with a 74-lap Pro Late Model feature under the lights.

The engines are revving and the stakes are high this Saturday at Stockton 99 Speedway, where fans can catch a thrilling night of racing action—featuring the only Stockton Late Model race of August.

Adventure, art, and ancient stories come alive this summer at the University of the Pacific’s Reynolds Gallery as it unveils Tony Foster: Watercolour Diaries from the Green River, a breathtaking exhibition of original watercolors, artifacts, and field notes from the world-renowned British explorer-artist.

Baseball fans, get ready to chew on this: New York Yankees captain and hometown hero Aaron Judge is stepping up to the plate in a whole new way — and this time, it’s for the kids.

The SPEARS CARS Tour West series heads to the Stockton 99 Speedway on Saturday June 7, bringing along the best drivers from across the West Coast. 

Get into the spirit of Italy at Festa Italiana! Sunday, June 8th from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds. This grand event brings the community together with the finest food, activities and entertainment of the Italian culture.