Family-Friendly nighttime activities in Stockton, California

Come out Tuesday night for National Night Out at the Stockton Ballpark! This FREE, family-friendly event in Downtown Stockton features carnival games, SPF officers, workshops, giveaways, live music, local mascots, and more! A wonderful way to celebrate Stockton with your family and community.

Music in the Park

Victory Park is filled with music on Wednesdays July through August as the Concerts in the Park series has returned. The free concerts run from 6-8 pm and each one features a different style of music. It's a great way for parents to relax and take in some tunes while the kids run around with a few dozen of their newest friends. Sounds like a win-win! To see the full schedule and get a few helpful tips for attending, visit the Concerts in the Park page.

Victory Park: 1001 North Pershing Ave

Catch a movie

There's no better way to take in a big Hollywood blockbuster than at the Regal Stockton City Centre Cinema 16 & IMAX. Nothing brings the action to life like a massive IMAX screen. The fact that they have reclining lounge seating only adds to the experience as you can be comfortable—while also being blown away by the spectacle on the screen. The theater is conveniently located in the middle of Stockton's downtown district, putting a wide array of dining options within reach, helping you make it a true night out with the family.

222 N. El Dorado Street

Take in a game

What's more traditional than taking the family to see a baseball game? The Stockton Ports play at Stockton Ballpark through most of September and they put on quite a show. Not only will you see some great baseball, but every home game has some sort of promotion as well adding to the fun. Home games start at 7:05 pm except for Sundays, which start at 6:05 pm. Now, we could make a "Family time at the ballpark is sure to be a hit" joke here, but we're above that sort of thing. But you know the kids will have a ball.

404 W. Fremont Street

Support your Pacific Tigers

University of the Pacific houses in abundance of highly talented athletes across multiple categories—many of which you can witness during night games. You can catch our beloved Pacific Tigers performing at their best in men's soccer (7 home evening games), women's soccer (7 home evening games), men's water polo (2 home evening games), and volleyball (4 home evening games). For more info on these upcoming games, click here!

3601 Pacific Ave

Go to the Races

Few things can be as thrilling as short-track racing, and they definitely deliver on that promise at Stockton 99 Speedway. There's a lot of history here at this track; it's the oldest one still in operation west of the Mississippi River. In addition to stock car races, they also bring in stunt bikes, drift racing, and just about every class of race car you can imagine.

4105 N. Wilson Way

Stockton Cruise Night

What kid doesn't love checking out performance cars, right? Every third Thursday from June to October the Miracle Mile is filled with countless works of automotive art during Stockton Cruise Night. You'll find classics right alongside modern marvels, each one gleaming in the evening light. The cars cruise up Pacific Ave and back. Then they park along the Mile so you can check out their work while also grabbing a bite to eat at one of the many delicious restaurants nearby.

2301 Pacific Avenue

Explore the sky

Grab your telescope and take the family out for an evening of star gazing at Oak Grove Regional Park. Astronomy in the Park is headed by the Stockton Astronomical Society, where they volunteer their time in guiding future astronomers through the glorious sky above us every Saturday closest to the First Quarter Moon. Telescope viewing starts just after Sunset when the Moon will be easily visible from the start. As the sky darkens more, objects become visible for your viewing pleasure. Plus, there's indoor astronomy activities inside the Nature Center.

4520 W. Eight Mile Rd

Experience a performance

Stockton is a home to an eclectic amount of artistic expressions, including those thespian talents of the theatre. With spots like the Stockton Civic Theatre and KUDOS Children's Theatre Company, our local talents are given an outlet to put their acting skills on display for all to witness. Whether its as a spectator taking in these wonderful performances or becoming a part of the cast showing off your acting prowess, Stockton is a perfect venue for you.

2312 Rose Marie Lane (Stockton Civic Theatre)
1943 W. Lucile Ave (KUDOS)

Hit the lanes

Bowling is always a great option for family time at night! In Stockton, we have TWO bowling spots for you—Pacific Avenue Bowl and West Lane Bowl. Both spots offer a fun time for both kids and adults with different options in bowling, as well as arcade games and great food. It doesn't matter if you're a master at strikes or if gutter balls are more your style, you're bound to have a great time.

5939 Pacific Avenue
3900 West Lane

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