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 Quality of Life in Stockton
Cultural Opportunities
Stockton is rich in cultural diversity
and offers a "little something" for everyone. Stocktonians
have the opportunity to enjoy theater productions, the symphony,
museums, live musical performances, or attend festivals year round.
For more information on arts
and entertainment, visit the Stockton
Arts Commission and Events
page of the City of Stockton's website. |
| Museums |
The City
of Stockton is home to several museums.
 Haggin
Museum offers unique collections of historical paintings
and traveling exhibits.
Children's
Museum of Stockton - offers hands-on learning experiences
for children. |
| Theater and Music |
 If
it's theater you like, San
Joaquin Delta College, University
of Pacific, and the Stockton
Civic Theater all provide year-round theater productions.
If it's music you prefer, then you will enjoy listening to performances
by the Stockton
Symphony, Stockton
Chorale, and Stockton Opera Association.
And, of course, don't forget the historic Bob Hope
Theatre which features quality live entertainment and special
events, with top artists such as Ray Charles, Jewel, Manhattan
Transfer, Natalie Cole, and Kenny Loggins.
Other cultural opportunities include the Ballet
San Joaquin and Sponsors
of Musical Enrichment (SOME). |
| Festivals and the Fair |
 The
Stockton
Asparagus Festival is
the biggest festival in San Joaquin County, drawing well over
100,000 people to this weekend event. Held in April, the Asparagus
Festival is a celebration of the local asparagus harvest and is
used as a fundraiser for participating local nonprofit organizations.
Entertainment, music, crafts and delicious asparagus dishes combine
to make this a sensational annual event.
Other
area festivals include: |
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In addition to the numerous festivals,
the San
Joaquin County Fair is held every summer over a two week
period at the fairgrounds in Stockton. Top country, rock, pop,
and oldies musical groups headline each night of the fair along
with the rides, food, livestock, and pig races.
The Weber Point Events Center was
designed specifically for open air events and includes special
features such as a Great Circle, Plaza, Waterfront Promenade,
Point Amphitheater, and Main Stage with Shade Structure. Visit
the Weber Point Events Center website for more information
and coming attractions. |
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