March Marvels In & Around Stockton, California

February 19, 2025

Check out the many fun events happening in Stockton, California in March!

Expect sunshine with patches of rain but whatever the weather, March in Stockton offers an abundance of events. From sports tournaments to the Chinese New Year Celebration, there is always something new and exciting to do here in Stockton! Check out all the fun below!

Annual McKee Student Art Contest & Exhibition

Take time to appreciate some artwork by students in our area! Considered to be the longest-running museum-sponsored student art exhibition in the United States, the annual McKee Student Art Contest & Exhibition kicked off at the Haggin Museum on February 19 and runs through March 16! The exhibition features the work of kindergarten through grade 12 student artists from across San Joaquin County.

Other March Events at the Haggin Museum:

Free Admission Day - Saturday, March 1.
Live Music: Iain Matthews - Thursday, March 6.
2nd Saturday for Families: Found Object Sculptures - Saturday, March 8.
Wellness Day - Saturday, March 15.
Live Music: The Keller Sisters - Thursday, March 20.
The Case of the Disappearing Gauguin exhibition - all month long.

San Joaquin Delta College Drama Presents "Fahrenheit 451"

Ray Bradbury's futuristic social commentary masterpiece makes its way to Stockton when San Joaquin Delta College Drama presents Fahrenheit 451 at the Al Muller Studio Theatre February 28 through March 9. Telling the story of a firefighter turned rebel who questions an oppressive regime and discovers the power of knowledge, free thought, and human connection, this intense, fast-paced play will explore censorship, conformity, and the fight for individuality. A story that continues to be relevant today.

More theatre performances & events in March:

Harry Potter & The Cursed Child at Tillie Lewis Theatre - March 14-22.
Stockton Civic Theatre's Black & Gold Gala - Saturday, March 29.

Bob McMillen Annual Memorial Fishing Tournament

Head out and go fishing on Saturday, March 1 at the annual Bob McMillen Fishing Tournament at Oak Grove Regional Park. Experience an early morning of fishing, featuring grand prizes, and of course, bragging rights for those who catch trophy-size rainbow trout. The tournament is held in honor of a fishing legend, Bob McMillen, and is open to contestants of all ages!

Dinosaur Adventure

"Life finds a way" at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds March 1 & 2 with the stunning Dinosaur Adventure. This thrilling event for all ages showcases life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar just like the real thing. Plus, there's fun-filled activities for the kids like Jurassic scooters, themed obstacle courses, dinosaur rides, and so much more. You don't want to miss this one!

Annual Stockton Chinese New Year Celebration

The Chinese Cultural Society of Stockton proudly presents their Chinese New Year Celebration, happening Saturday, March 8 at First Baptist Church Community Center. There will be four lion dance teams and a dragon dance team performing, as well as other live entertainment celebrating culture and diversity. This beautiful cultural event's doors open at 11 am.

Hermanos de Leche Gira: Deslechados Tour 2025

Comedy returns to the Bob Hope Fox Theatre on Sunday, March 9 with the Hermanos de Leche Gira: Deslechados Tour! This duo is well known for their quick wit, bold humor, and hilarious takes on life’s quirks—and it'll all happen live here in Stockton. Come out and enjoy the high energy and side-splitting fun.

Carousel: A Concert with University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music Opera Theatre

The University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music is giving us not one, but TWO weekends filled with epic opera theatre! Carousel: A Concert—taking place March 21-23 and 28-30—is the masterful work of Rodgers & Hammerstein based on Ferenc Molnar's Play LILIOM as adapted by Benjamin F. Glazer. It tells the romantic yet tragic story of a charming carousel barker, Billy Bigelow, and a quiet millworker, Julie Jordan. Take in this amazing work of musical art performed in our very own city.

More musical outings in March:

Stockton Chorale: Music of Asia & The Pacific Islands - Sunday, March 9.
Take 5 Jazz at Valley Brew - March 6, 20, & 27.

All the Sports!

As usual, our collegiate and future pro athletes will be proudly representing Stockton in each of their showdowns - both at the Adventist Health Arena AND the University of the Pacific!

For all Stockton Kings home games this month, click here!

For all Pacific Athletics home games this month, click here!

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