Stockton residents have a chance to do something simple this spring that will make the city greener for decades: grab some gloves, bring a friend, and help plant trees.

Stockton is in for a cultural moment that doesn’t come around often. Two of the most legendary names in mariachi—Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán—are set to share the stage for a historic, one-night-only event: Mariachazo 2026, coming to the Bob Hope Theatre in downtown Stockton on Saturday, November 28, 2026.

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and country-pop icon LeAnn Rimes is headed to Stockton for a special one-night performance at the historic Bob Hope Theatre on Friday, June 5—giving local fans a chance to hear some of the most recognizable hits of the last three decades in an intimate, landmark venue.

Legendary regional Mexican group Los Tigres del Norte has officially announced a Stockton stop on its highly anticipated 2026 tour, with a performance set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Adventist Health Arena. The iconic band—celebrated for its powerful storytelling, socially conscious lyrics, and lasting impact on Latin music—promises a show that will bring together generations of fans for an unforgettable night.

Calling all PAW Patrol fans — young, young-at-heart, and everyone in between! Adventure City is heading to Stockton this spring as PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure brings high-energy heroics, supercharged pups, and tail-wagging fun to the stage.

Downtown Stockton is set to groove this spring as internationally acclaimed band Matute brings its high-energy Disco Stereo Tour to the historic Bob Hope Theatre on Friday, April 17, 2026.

Downtown Stockton is set for a night of nonstop laughter this spring as comedians Concrete and Jerry Garcia bring their nationally touring show, That’s Not Me, to the historic Bob Hope Theatre on Saturday, March 14, 2026 .

A Stockton family is set to receive a life-changing gift just before the holidays, as Fabian’s Collision Center prepares to donate its 10th refurbished vehicle through the National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Recycled Rides® program.

The Emergency Food Bank Stockton/San Joaquin has been selected as one of only 250 food banks nationwide to receive a historic America250 food donation in honor of the United States’ upcoming 250th anniversary. As part of a nationwide service initiative led by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the food bank will receive a 40,000-pound semi-truck delivery of essential food items on December 18, 2025. The donation will be distributed locally in partnership with St. Mary’s Dining Hall and the Gospel Center Rescue Mission, providing critical support to families facing food insecurity across Stockton and San Joaquin County.

On Monday, November 3, members of the Stockton City Council rolled up their sleeves alongside local elected officials to volunteer at the Emergency Food Bank on Scotts Avenue. From 11 a.m. to noon, city leaders helped sort, pack, and distribute food to families in need — a visible show of solidarity during a time of financial strain for many households affected by delays in federal CalFresh and EBT benefits.