Shop Small to Support Local in Stockton, California

Stockton is filled with locally-owned shops & small businesses that not only provide quality service & merchandise but also fuel our local economy. We encourage you to try shopping at stores along Stockton's Miracle Mile and Lincoln Center every day of the year or check our shopping page to see a list of local businesses that chose to make their home here in Stockton, California. Need plenty more unique shopping ideas? We've nailed down these local shops, perfect for shopping year-round.

Everyone enjoys saving money! Sign up for the FREE Stockton Savings Pass to get hundreds of dollars of savings at the area’s best establishments. Visit Stockton offers a mobile dine, drink, and shop pass consisting of annual deals and perks at locally owned businesses in the Stockton area. Find a curated list of professional services, local restaurants, and attractions on the Stockton Savings Pass.

Skip the Amazon gift card and buy gift certificates to local Mom-and-Pop boutiques and restaurants. Gift certificates get more popular every year. Plus who isn't happy to receive them for any occasion - including for food?! Gift certificates to a favorite eatery can hit the spot, and help support local restaurants. If you still haven't found what you are looking for, you can just swing by a local restaurant using our handy-dandy restaurant directory.

Buying gifts for art lovers? San Joaquin County's museums offer unique gift ideas for friends and family interested in the arts. A museum membership might also be welcome a welcome surprise.

A few places to consider:

• The Haggin Museum (they also have a phenomenal gift shop full of unique gifts)
• San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum
• Stockton Maritime Museum
• Mexican Heritage Center
• Children's Museum of Stockton

"Are you not entertained?!" Well, change that with some membership and season passes to some quality sports & entertainment events in our city. Whether it's basketball, baseball, theatre, or music you're looking for, you'll find plenty of it here!

• Stockton Ports
• Stockton Kings
• Stockton Symphony
• Stockton Civic Theatre
• Stockton Chorale

Give something more healthy and beneficial to a loved one than something that gathers dust in their house. Why not give the gift of wellness? Giving the gift of health will make any workout enthusiast (or newly health-conscious friend) smile! With healthy dining options, fitness centers, and yoga studios in Stockton, taking good care of your health has never been easier. Check out our Health & Wellness page for ideas that will make everyone happy!

Unique gifts for loved ones and special treats for yourself are money well spent. For many years, Stocktonians have been crafting specialty items right here in our city. They sell their wares at local festivals and markets on weekends in Stockton, the Central Valley, and the Bay Area. To give you access to those items all year round, we've gathered a list of the best you can find. Check out what they are creating by visiting our Makers & Artisans directory.

Stockton's Farmers' Markets are great spots to find some gifts. From fresh local ingredients for the foodie in your life to jewelry, arts, and crafts, these markets are filled with options. There are many located all around town throughout the week, so you'll have time to visit at least one of them.

Treat your special someone, friend, or family member to Stockton mementos from Visit Stockton! Explore the collection of Official Stockton-branded shirts, hats, beanies, mugs, and even Stockton history books from local authors. All products sold on stocktonsouvenirs.com promote and celebrate Stockton. You can order all of the Stockton souvenirs online, and even have them shipped - for FREE when you spend over $25!

NOTE: Books and mugs must be bought in office.

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