Christmas Events for Kids in Stockton (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

14 min read

The Stockton area has 15 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet in Stockton on November 8 to Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk in Stockton, which runs through December 31. 1 of them is free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in California, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 15 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Stockton for 2026, in Stockton and Lodi
  • First: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet, Stockton, November 8. Runs latest: Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk, Stockton, through December 31
  • Free: 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our California Christmas train rides page.

Stockton Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
15 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Stockton and Lodi
Season
November 8 to December 31, 2026
Free events
1
Kinds of events
Santa visit, holiday show, Santa and Mrs. Claus and holiday lights
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Stockton Christmas event for kids happens

The first is Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet in Stockton on November 8; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

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Christmas events for kids in Stockton

13 confirmed events for kids in Stockton, soonest first.

Stockton: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Holiday showStockton Live · Stockton

Host
Stockton Live (opens in a new tab)
Where
Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95202
When
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 3 pm
Cost
Tickets start at $35
Ages
Family show
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Stockton Live brings Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet to the Bob Hope Theatre on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The doors open at 2 pm, with curtain at 3 pm. Tickets begin at $35.

The yearly North American tour for this show begins in Stockton, and it is promoted as the biggest Nutcracker staging on the continent. Performers from around the world, rich costumes, acrobatics and oversized puppets accompany Tchaikovsky's music. For safety, the theatre checks bags, and no bag larger than 10 by 8 by 2 inches may come in. The venue is Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E Main St, Stockton, CA 95202. Cost: Tickets start at $35. Registration or tickets are required. Ages: Family show.

Parent tip: Leave oversized bags at home, because the size cap is 10 by 8 by 2 inches. Doors open at 2 pm.

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Stockton: Lincoln Center Holiday Market

Santa visitLincoln Center Shops · Stockton

Host
Lincoln Center Shops (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lincoln Center, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Sunday, November 15, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Lincoln Center Shops kicks off the season with its Holiday Market on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm. The afternoon mixes holiday shopping with festive activities and Christmas traditions.

The listed highlights include complimentary professional holiday photos, live music, snowfall on the Brickwalk, a letters-to-Santa mailbox, visits with Santa and his reindeer, and horse and carriage rides around the center. Santa visits and carriage rides are available from 11 am to 2 pm. Shops also offer holiday promotions. The event is at Lincoln Center, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: All ages.

Parent tip: Santa and carriage rides run 11 am to 2 pm, so come early in the day with children.

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Stockton: Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall

Santa and Mrs. ClausMershops Weberstown Mall · Stockton

Host
Mershops Weberstown Mall (opens in a new tab)
Where
Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3 to 4 pm
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
Family
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Mershops Weberstown Mall in Stockton celebrates Santa's arrival on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 3 to 4 pm. The mall describes an afternoon of holiday fun the whole family can enjoy to kick off the season.

Highlights include holiday music by DJ June, a festive holiday photo booth, holiday crafts for the kids, and milk and cookies with Mrs. Claus, plus what the mall calls more holiday surprises. It is a short, low-key event that works well for young children, and it makes a good start before Santa photos begin at the mall later in the month. The event is at Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: Family.

Parent tip: The event is one hour long, so arrive right at 3 pm. The mall page does not list a price.

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Stockton: Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center

Santa visitLincoln Center Shops · Stockton

Host
Lincoln Center Shops (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lincoln Center, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Sat November 28, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Sat December 12 and Sun December 13, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
Families
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Lincoln Center Shops lists Santa Claus visits on Saturday, November 28, Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, and Saturday and Sunday, December 12 and 13, 2026, from 11 am to 2 pm. Santa is located at Max Muscle, 302 Lincoln Center.

The center asks families to bring their own cameras to capture the moments. After visiting Santa, children can hop aboard the Chug-a-Bug Train, which travels through Lincoln Center on the same days and departs from Papapavlo's Bistro at 501 Lincoln Center. The page does not list a price for either activity. The event is at Lincoln Center, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: Families.

Parent tip: Bring your own camera. Santa is at Max Muscle and the train leaves from Papapavlo's Bistro.

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Stockton: Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk

Holiday lightsLincoln Center Shops · Stockton

Host
Lincoln Center Shops (opens in a new tab)
Where
Lincoln Center Brickwalk, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly), 5 to 9 pm
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Lincoln Center Shops lists Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk every day from December 1 through December 31, 2026, from 5 to 9 pm. The effect adds a wintry touch to the open-air shopping center in Stockton.

The listing gives only the dates, hours and location, without describing a price or program. It is best treated as a short stop that pairs well with dinner or shopping at the center. For the Santa visits and Chug-a-Bug Train, see the center's separate weekend events in late November and December. The event is at Lincoln Center Brickwalk, 302 Lincoln Center, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: All ages.

Parent tip: Pair it with a dinner or a Santa visit on the weekends listed on the Lincoln Center events page.

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Stockton: 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade

Holiday paradeFreeVisit Stockton · Stockton

Host
Visit Stockton (opens in a new tab)
Where
Weber Point Events Center, 221 N Center St, Stockton, CA 95202
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Visit Stockton lists the 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026, kicking off at 5 pm. Boats and yachts wrapped in holiday lights cruise toward the downtown Stockton waterfront, and watching costs nothing.

At roughly 6:15 pm the boats pass the marina and Weber Point Events Center, then return to Light 39 in the Stockton Deep Water Channel. Rain or shine, it goes on. Good places to watch include the north shore behind Banner Island Ballpark and the south shore by the marina and Weber Point Events Center. Downtown Stockton also hosts the City of Stockton's yearly tree lighting that same evening. The venue is Weber Point Events Center, 221 N Center St, Stockton, CA 95202. Cost: Free. Ages: All ages.

Parent tip: Dress warmly for an evening by the water. Downtown has the city tree lighting that same night.

See dates and details from Visit Stockton (opens in a new tab)

Stockton: Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season

Holiday showStockton Symphony · Stockton

Host
Stockton Symphony (opens in a new tab)
Where
Atherton Auditorium, 5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Sat December 5 (6 pm) and Sun December 6 (2:30 pm), 2026
Cost
Tickets required, price not shown
Ages
The whole family
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Stockton Symphony offers Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season at Atherton Auditorium. Shows are Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 6 pm and Sunday, December 6, 2026, at 2:30 pm. Peter Jaffe leads the orchestra, joined by singer Filo Ebid and young voices from the Stockton Youth Chorale.

Expect a cheerful, uplifting program with shining brass, comforting classics and plenty of chances to join in. The lineup features Sleigh Ride, O Holy Night, Symph-Hanukkah, a singalong of Christmas carols and pieces from The Nutcracker and Frozen. For younger kids, the Sunday 2:30 pm show is the better pick. The venue is Atherton Auditorium, 5151 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Tickets required, price not shown. Registration or tickets are required. Ages: The whole family.

Parent tip: Younger children usually do better at the Sunday matinee. Get tickets from the Symphony, and call 209-951-0196 for box office assistance.

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Stockton: Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall

Santa visitMershops Weberstown Mall · Stockton

Host
Mershops Weberstown Mall (opens in a new tab)
Where
Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9:30 to 10:30 am
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
Sensory-friendly families
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Mershops Weberstown Mall lists a Sensory Santa event on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:30 am. The mall describes it as a sensory-friendly Santa experience held before the hustle and bustle of regular mall hours.

A variety of sensory-friendly activities are offered for everyone while families wait to meet Santa. Visiting early in the morning helps keep sound and crowds lower for children with sensory needs. The mall directs parents to its website for full details about reservations and pricing. The event is at Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: Sensory-friendly families.

Parent tip: Check weberstown.com for current details on reservations and pricing before you go.

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Stockton: Pet Photos with Santa

Santa visitMershops Weberstown Mall · Stockton

Host
Mershops Weberstown Mall (opens in a new tab)
Where
Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Mon December 7 and Mon December 14, 2026, 5 to 7 pm
Cost
Photo packages available for purchase
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Mershops Weberstown Mall hosts Pet Photos with Santa on Monday, December 7, and Monday, December 14, 2026, from 5 to 7 pm each night. The mall invites families to bring their furry family members for a festive holiday photo with Santa.

Photo packages are available for purchase. Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. It is a lighthearted option for families with kids and pets who want a keepsake that includes the whole household. The event is at Mershops Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Photo packages available for purchase. Ages: All ages.

Parent tip: Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. Photo packages cost extra.

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Stockton: Cookies with Mrs. Claus

Santa and Mrs. ClausMershops Weberstown Mall · Stockton

Host
Mershops Weberstown Mall (opens in a new tab)
Where
Mershops Weberstown Mall, JCPenney Court, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1 to 2 pm
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
Kids
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Mershops Weberstown Mall hosts Cookies with Mrs. Claus on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 1 to 2 pm in the JCPenney Court. Kids are invited to decorate their very own gingerbread person during a special visit from Mrs. Claus.

The mall describes it as a fun and festive way to celebrate the season. It follows the Storytime with Mrs. Claus program earlier the same morning at the Tiny Library, so families can do both on the same day. The mall page does not list a price or registration requirement. The event is at Mershops Weberstown Mall, JCPenney Court, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: Kids.

Parent tip: Pair it with the 11 am Storytime with Mrs. Claus on the same day. Confirm any cost or sign-up with the mall.

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Stockton: Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Story time with Mrs. ClausMershops Weberstown Mall · Stockton

Host
Mershops Weberstown Mall (opens in a new tab)
Where
Mershops Weberstown Mall, Tiny Library near LensCrafters, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 11 am to noon
Cost
Not stated on the page
Ages
Little ones
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Mershops Weberstown Mall presents Storytime with Mrs. Claus on Saturday, December 12, 2026. It runs 11 am to noon at the Tiny Library by LensCrafters. Young children can listen to a cheerful holiday tale, nibble a snack and make a seasonal craft.

The mall pitches it as a lovely way to mark the season and build a holiday memory. Since the Tiny Library already runs a monthly storytime, this is a holiday twist on something the mall does regularly. No price or sign-up rule appears on the mall page. The venue is Mershops Weberstown Mall, Tiny Library near LensCrafters, 4950 Pacific Ave, Stockton, CA 95207. Cost: Not stated on the page. Ages: Little ones.

Parent tip: Head to the Tiny Library by LensCrafters. Check with the mall about any cost or sign-up.

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Stockton: Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum

Santa visitHaggin Museum · Stockton

Host
Haggin Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA 95203
When
Sunday, December 13, 2026, noon to 3 pm
Cost
Free for members and children 9 and under; youth 10 to 17 $5, seniors $7, adults $8
Ages
Families
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Santa Sunday, put on by the Haggin Museum's Junior Women's Group, falls on December 13, 2026, and lasts from noon to 3 pm. Christmas decorations are up, cookies have been baked, punch is ready, and Santa greets families.

Children can join in holiday crafts and create a memory with Santa. Museum members and kids aged 9 or younger pay nothing. Teens and tweens from 10 to 17 pay $5, seniors pay $7 and adults pay $8. Other December programs at the museum come with standard admission too, so you can wander the galleries during your visit. The venue is Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA 95203. Cost: Free for members and kids aged 9 or younger; ages 10 to 17 pay $5, seniors $7, adults $8. Ages: Families.

Parent tip: Children aged 9 or younger pay nothing, so the cost mostly falls on adults.

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Stockton: Music Matinee: Opus Handbells

Holiday showHaggin Museum · Stockton

Host
Haggin Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA 95203
When
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Cost
Included with regular museum admission
Ages
Families
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Haggin Museum hosts a Music Matinee with Opus Handbells on Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 1:30 to 2:30 pm. The fourteen-member group from California's Central Valley plays five octaves of Malmark handbells and more than five octaves of hand chimes.

Opus has performed locally, nationally and internationally, including with the Modesto Symphony Orchestra. The program is included with regular museum admission. It is a gentle holiday concert that suits children who like music. The event is at Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA 95203. Cost: Included with regular museum admission. Ages: Families.

Parent tip: Seating is first come, first served at most museum programs, so arrive a bit early.

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Christmas events for kids in Lodi

2 confirmed events for kids in Lodi, soonest first.

Lodi: 34th Annual Festival of Trees

Holiday showSan Joaquin County Historical Museum · Lodi

Host
San Joaquin County Historical Museum (opens in a new tab)
Where
San Joaquin County Historical Museum, 11793 N Micke Grove Rd, Lodi, CA 95240 (near Stockton)
When
Fri December 4 (1 to 4 pm), Sat December 5 (10 am to 4 pm) and Sun December 6 (10 am to 4 pm), 2026
Cost
Children 2 to 12 $5, ages 13 and up $15, Friday preview $8
Ages
Children 2 to 12 and families
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The San Joaquin County Historical Museum hosts its 34th Annual Festival of Trees on Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm. A limited preview for people who have difficulty in large crowds runs Friday, December 4, from 1 to 4 pm.

The festival features crafts, entertainment, food and beautifully decorated Christmas trees, with performances by local artists and room to stroll the 18-acre grounds. Children ages 2 to 12 pay $5 and ages 13 and up pay $15, and each ticket includes one free dessert in the Victorian Tea Room and free parking in Micke Grove Park. Tickets are mailed with a parking pass. The event is at San Joaquin County Historical Museum, 11793 N Micke Grove Rd, Lodi, CA 95240. Cost: Children 2 to 12 $5, ages 13 and up $15, Friday preview $8. Registration or tickets are required. Ages: Children 2 to 12 and families.

Parent tip: Tickets are mailed with a parking pass, so order ahead. The Friday preview has fewer activities and is aimed at people who find crowds difficult.

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Lodi: Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights

Santa and Mrs. ClausOak Farm Vineyards · Lodi

Host
Oak Farm Vineyards (opens in a new tab)
Where
Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA 95242 (near Stockton)
When
Fri December 11 and Sat December 12, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
Cost
$25 general admission, $35 with ice skating
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Oak Farm Vineyards in Lodi holds Christmas Stroll Family Nights on Friday and Saturday, December 11 and 12, 2026. Guests can arrive any time from 5 to 8 pm. Family Nights are the vineyard's one all-ages exception, since its other stroll nights are for ages 21 and over.

The evening includes festive cookie and ornament decorating, a cozy wagon ride beneath thousands of sparkling Christmas lights and special photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. General admission is $25, or $35 with a 30-minute ice skating session that you book at purchase. Food trucks are on site, and there are no vendors on Family Nights. The event is at Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA 95242. Cost: $25 general admission, $35 with ice skating. Registration or tickets are required. Ages: All ages.

Parent tip: Buy tickets online and pick your skating time when you purchase. Lodi is about a 20 minute drive north of Stockton.

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Looking further afield? Our California Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Jose, San Diego, Sacramento, Fresno, Bakersfield, Riverside, Anaheim, Irvine, Modesto, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Santa Rosa and Palm Springs. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Stockton Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Stockton in 2026?

We confirmed 15 Christmas events for kids in Stockton for 2026 on each host’s own page: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet in Stockton (November 8), Lincoln Center Holiday Market in Stockton (November 15), Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall in Stockton (November 21), Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center in Stockton (November 28), Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk in Stockton (December 1), 34th Annual Festival of Trees in Lodi (December 4), 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade in Stockton (December 5), Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season in Stockton (December 5), Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall in Stockton (December 6), Pet Photos with Santa in Stockton (December 7), Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights in Lodi (December 11), Cookies with Mrs. Claus in Stockton (December 12), Storytime with Mrs. Claus in Stockton (December 12), Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum in Stockton (December 13) and Music Matinee: Opus Handbells in Stockton (December 19). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Stockton, California?

For families in and around Stockton, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet (Sun, Nov 8, 3 pm (doors 2 pm), tickets start at $35); Lincoln Center Holiday Market (Sun, Nov 15, 11 am to 4 pm, not stated on the page); Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall (Sat, Nov 21, 3 to 4 pm, not stated on the page); Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center (Sat, Nov 28, 11 am to 2 pm; Sat, Dec 5, 11 am to 2 pm; Sun, Dec 6, 11 am to 2 pm; Sat, Dec 12, 11 am to 2 pm; Sun, Dec 13, 11 am to 2 pm, not stated on the page); Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk (Nightly, Dec 1 to Dec 31, 5 to 9 pm, not stated on the page); 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade (Sat, Dec 5, parade starts at 5 pm, free); Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season (Sat, Dec 5 at 6 pm; Sun, Dec 6 at 2:30 pm, tickets required, price not shown); Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall (Sun, Dec 6, 9:30 to 10:30 am, not stated on the page); Pet Photos with Santa (Mon, Dec 7, 5 to 7 pm; Mon, Dec 14, 5 to 7 pm, photo packages available for purchase); Cookies with Mrs. Claus (Sat, Dec 12, 1 to 2 pm, not stated on the page); Storytime with Mrs. Claus (Sat, Dec 12, 11 am to 12 pm, not stated on the page); Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum (Sun, Dec 13, 12 to 3 pm, free for members and children 9 and under; youth 10 to 17 $5, seniors $7, adults $8); Music Matinee: Opus Handbells (Sat, Dec 19, 1:30 to 2:30 pm, included with regular museum admission). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Stockton section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Lodi, California?

For families in and around Lodi, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: 34th Annual Festival of Trees (Fri, Dec 4, 1 to 4 pm; Sat, Dec 5, 10 am to 4 pm; Sun, Dec 6, 10 am to 4 pm, children 2 to 12 $5, ages 13 and up $15, friday preview $8); Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights (Fri, Dec 11, 5 to 8 pm; Sat, Dec 12, 5 to 8 pm, $25 general admission, $35 with ice skating). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Lodi section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Stockton?

Yes. 1 of the 15 events here are free: 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade in Stockton. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Stockton this December?

Santa appears at Lincoln Center Holiday Market in Stockton (November 15), Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall in Stockton (November 21), Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center in Stockton (November 28), Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall in Stockton (December 6), Pet Photos with Santa in Stockton (December 7), Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights in Lodi (December 11) and Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum in Stockton (December 13). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Stockton?

Holiday story times on this page: Storytime with Mrs. Claus in Stockton. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Which Stockton Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Storytime with Mrs. Claus in Stockton (Little ones).

Are there kids' Christmas events in Stockton on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk in Stockton (through December 31).

How much is Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet in Stockton?

Tickets start at $35. Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is on Sunday, November 8, 2026, 3 pm at Bob Hope Theatre. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Lincoln Center Holiday Market in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Lincoln Center Holiday Market is on Sunday, November 15, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm at Lincoln Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Santa's Arrival at Weberstown Mall is on Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3 to 4 pm at Mershops Weberstown Mall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Santa Claus and Chug-a-Bug Train at Lincoln Center is on Sat November 28, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Sat December 12 and Sun December 13, 2026, 11 am to 2 pm at Lincoln Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Daily Snowfall on the Brickwalk is on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 (nightly), 5 to 9 pm at Lincoln Center Brickwalk. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 34th Annual Festival of Trees in Lodi?

Children 2 to 12 $5, ages 13 and up $15, Friday preview $8. 34th Annual Festival of Trees is on Fri December 4 (1 to 4 pm), Sat December 5 (10 am to 4 pm) and Sun December 6 (10 am to 4 pm), 2026 at San Joaquin County Historical Museum. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade in Stockton?

Free. 45th Annual Lighted Boat Parade is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5 pm at Weber Point Events Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season in Stockton?

Tickets required, price not shown. Holiday Pops: Celebrate the Season is on Sat December 5 (6 pm) and Sun December 6 (2:30 pm), 2026 at Atherton Auditorium. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Sensory Santa at Weberstown Mall is on Sunday, December 6, 2026, 9:30 to 10:30 am at Mershops Weberstown Mall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Pet Photos with Santa in Stockton?

Photo packages available for purchase. Pet Photos with Santa is on Mon December 7 and Mon December 14, 2026, 5 to 7 pm at Mershops Weberstown Mall. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights in Lodi?

$25 general admission, $35 with ice skating. Oak Farm Christmas Stroll, Family Nights is on Fri December 11 and Sat December 12, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Oak Farm Vineyards. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Cookies with Mrs. Claus in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Cookies with Mrs. Claus is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 1 to 2 pm at Mershops Weberstown Mall, JCPenney Court. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Storytime with Mrs. Claus in Stockton?

Not stated on the page. Storytime with Mrs. Claus is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 11 am to noon at Mershops Weberstown Mall, Tiny Library near LensCrafters. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum in Stockton?

Free for members and children 9 and under; youth 10 to 17 $5, seniors $7, adults $8. Santa Sunday at the Haggin Museum is on Sunday, December 13, 2026, noon to 3 pm at Haggin Museum. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Music Matinee: Opus Handbells in Stockton?

Included with regular museum admission. Music Matinee: Opus Handbells is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 1:30 to 2:30 pm at Haggin Museum. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Stockton?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Stockton Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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