Night markets, family-events and more things to do this weekend
Spooky season is finally here.
Whether you love it or you hate it October events are here. This weekend is full of things to do from pumpkin mazes to museum dates. Here are 10 things to do this weekend in Stockton.
Friday Night Market at Weberstown Mall
The Friday Night Market outside Weberstown Mall is back every Friday night this October. This will be their last month for the year.
From fresh goods to local handmade gifts, the market has a little bit of everything for everyone. An event by Tony Fields and Makers Made.
Location: Weberstown Mall, corner of Pacific Ave. and March Lane in Stockton
Hours: 4-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6
Information: visitstockton.org/events/weberstown-mall-friday-night-market/
Stockton First Fridays
The Reinvent South Stockton Coalition is having its last Stockton First Fridays Night Festival of the year on Friday, Oct. 6. There will be live music, food trucks, art displays, and more.
Location: 2222 Airport Way, Stockton
Hours: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6
Information: bit.ly/3ZxtZCN
Dia de los Muertos Symposium
Want to learn more about Día de los Muertos? Head over to The Catalyst - Arts and Wellness Studio at 926 N. Yosemite St. In Stockton and learn about the origins of Día de Los Muertos with an educational presentation like ofrendas and prominent symbols related to Día de los Muertos.
There will be performances by Ballet Folklorico Raices Mexicanas. Beverages and light snacks will be provided. This is a free event for the community.
Location: The Catalyst - Arts & Wellness Studio, 926 N. Yosemite St., in Stockton
Hours: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6
Information: bit.ly/466zhHQ
Haggin Museum, free admission day
Head over to the Haggin Museum located at Victory Park for a free day of art and history. Every first Saturday of the month is free admission at the Haggin. This Saturday, Oct. 7 calls for the perfect day for a museum date.
Visitors to the museum enter for free from 12-5 p.m. Saturday.
Location: The Haggin Museum, 1201 N. Pershing Ave. in Stockton
Hours: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7
Information: hagginmuseum.org/
Fire K Run
The fifth annual Morada Fire K Run returns on Saturday, Oct. 7. The Waterloo Morada Professional Firefighter Association with co-sponsor the Morada Area Association are bringing back an event not only for runners but also for anyone who wants to walk or bike.
Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. at Davis Elementary School on 5224 E. Morada Lane. Registration includes a free T-shirt. Awards for first, second and third places will be awarded in each category.
Bring your furry animals to join the run too. Canned nonperishable food donations are encouraged. Proceeds from the event will benefit firefighters for training purposes and outreach events.
Location: Davis Elementary, 5224 E. Morada Lane in Stockton
Hours: 7:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7
Information: visitstockton.org/events/fire-5k-fun-run/
Miracle Mile Car Show & Concert
The Miracle Mile is having a Car Show and Concert event free for the community. Enjoy watching classic cars along Pacific Avenue from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7.
Location: Stockton Miracle Mile
Hours: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7
Information: stocktonmiraclemile.com/carshow2023/
Manteca Pumpkin Fair by Sunrise Kiwanis
The Pumpkin Fair is returning to Manteca for the 38th year. The Manteca Sunrise Kiwanis is bringing back this fall event to downtown Manteca, free for the community.
A beer garden, food, and even a kid’s zone. There will also be a pumpkin carving and decorating contest. With over 150 booths there's a little bit of everything for all from a haunted house to a car show.
Location: Downtown Manteca, Yosemite Avenue in Manteca
Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8
Information: mantecapumpkinfair.org/
Oktoberfest with the German Guys at Waterloo Gun and Bocce Club
The German Guys are celebrating their outdoor Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday, Oct. 8 at the Waterloo Gun and Bocce Club. There will be authentic German food, live entertainment and beer during this two-day event.
Tickets vary per day. On Saturday, tickets are $20 for entry or $35 for entry and a German Guys schnitzel meal. On Sunday, tickets are $10. Everyone under 21 enters for free.
Location: The Waterloo Gun and Bocce Club, 4343 N Ashley Lane, in Stockton
Hours: 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 and 12-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8
Information: bit.ly/3PNqRzr
Día de los Muertos Nichos Workshop at The Catalyst
The Catalyst - Arts & Wellness Studio is having a workshop for Día de los Muertos. The workshop is to create your personal “nicho.” A “small three-dimensional boxed” frame to honor your loved ones who have passed away.
The workshop is $10. To participate, bring with you your photos of loved ones who have passed away, yes, including your furry pets.
Location: The Catalyst - Arts & Wellness Studio, 926 N. Yosemite St., in Stockton
Hours: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8
Information: catalyst926.com/event-details/ddlm-nicho
Pumpkin Maze at Dell’Osso Family Farm
Looking for a pumpkin maze? No need to keep looking further than the 27th annual Pumpkin Maze at Dell’Osso Family Farm in Lathrop.
General admission is necessary to enter the farm, but parking is free.
Prices are as follows: Monday through Thursday $19.95 per person, on Friday it’s $24.95 per person, and on the weekends it’s $28.95 per person. Children ages 2 and under enter free.
General admission wristbands include access to the corn maze, the hunted castle, mini golf, Kiddie Play Land and more. Other attractions not included are the gem mining for $10, blasters for $8, carousel for $4, pony rides for $10, pumpkin painting for $5 or visit their new costume store.
Location: Dell’Osso Family Farm, 501 S. Manthey Road, Lathrop
Hours: 12-7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, open now through Oct. 31.
Information: pumpkinmaze.com
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