Stockton Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Stockton and surrounding areas
Stockton celebrates the Christmas season with cultural energy centered on the waterfront and downtown. Stockton Symphony Holiday Pops and A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage provide seasonal holiday activities and festive events while neighborhood Holiday lights brighten local streets. Stroll markets, enjoy family-friendly performances, and join seasonal gatherings where Santa visits and community traditions make for a warm winter season.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsAnnual holiday tradition with decorated trees and local crafts.
Christmas Lights
18 eventsFestively decorated historic train ride through Niles Canyon at night.
Christmas Shows
9 eventsClassic holiday ballet performance by Central West Ballet
Christmas Parties
7 eventsRooftop New Year's Eve party with city views.
Other Christmas Activities
38 eventsAnnual holiday parade with 'Elves Just Want To Have Fun' theme
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Niles Canyon Railway Train of Lights
(Sunol)
Festively decorated historic train ride through Niles Canyon at night.
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Ceres The Nutcracker
(Modesto)
Classic holiday ballet performance by Central West Ballet
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Celebration of Lights Holiday Parade
(Modesto)
Annual holiday parade with 'Elves Just Want To Have Fun' theme
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Walnut Creek on Ice
(Walnut Creek)
One of California's largest outdoor ice rinks
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Pleasanton Hometown Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
(Pleasanton)
Community parade and tree lighting with Santa
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Stockton Symphony Holiday Pops
Holiday symphony concert with theatrical elements and guest performers.
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Stockton Christmas FAQ
The Lighted Boat Parade and Christmas Lane are among the largest and most popular annual Christmas events in Stockton, drawing families and visitors each December.
Stockton’s Lighted Boat Parade is a distinctive tradition, where decorated boats sail along the waterfront, and Christmas Lane features a festive neighborhood display on Meadow Avenue.
The 1400 block of Meadow Avenue, known as Christmas Lane, is the most famous neighborhood for holiday lights in Stockton, but many other areas also have festive displays.
Holiday markets and local makers are often found at community centers, downtown events, and seasonal fairs in Stockton. Check local event calendars for current locations.
Free activities include visiting Christmas Lane, watching the Lighted Boat Parade, and exploring neighborhood light displays. Many parks and community events also offer budget-friendly holiday fun.
Families enjoy the Lighted Boat Parade, Christmas Lane, the Stockton Lantern Festival, and local holiday markets with crafts and entertainment for children.