Stockton Chinese New Year, Brincos Dieras, 10 things to do this weekend in Stockton

Angelaydet Rocha, The Stockton Record
·5 min read

The Easter bunny is finally in town and just in time for Easter photos.

Head to the Weberstown Mall for photos with the Easter bunny this weekend or to one of the many other events happening this weekend.

Here are 10 things you don't want to miss this weekend in Stockton.

Pictures with the Easter Bunny at Weberstown Mall

Eddie Masingale, of Stockton, smiles as he gets a photo with the Easter Bunny at the Yosemite Street Village's 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Stockton.
Eddie Masingale, of Stockton, smiles as he gets a photo with the Easter Bunny at the Yosemite Street Village's 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Stockton.

The Easter Bunny will be making a stop at the Weberstown Mall Center Court starting this Friday, March 8 through Saturday, March 30.

Visits are free; however, photo packages range in price, according to Visit Stockton's website.

This weekend the Easter bunny schedule will be as follows: 3-7 p.m. Friday, March 8, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, March 9 and 12-6 p.m. Sunday, March 10.

  • Location: Weberstown Mall, 4950 Pacific Ave., Stockton

  • Hours: times vary, Friday, March 8 through Saturday, March 30

  • Information: visitstockton.org

Stockton Kings games

Stockton Kings' Gabe Vincent goes to the hoop over Santa Cruz Warriors' Deytona Davis during a NBA G-League basketball game at the Stockton Arena in downtown Stockton on Jan. 25, 2019.
Stockton Kings' Gabe Vincent goes to the hoop over Santa Cruz Warriors' Deytona Davis during a NBA G-League basketball game at the Stockton Arena in downtown Stockton on Jan. 25, 2019.

The Stockton Kings, NBA G League team will play at 7 p.m. Friday at the Adventist Health Arena in Stockton against the Mexico City Capitanes.

On Sunday, March 10 they will be playing at 2 p.m. against the Iowa Wolves.

  • Location: Adventist Health Arena, 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton

  • Hours: times vary

  • Information: ticketmaster.com

Annual Stockton Chinese New Year Celebration

Members of the Lion Dance Me group perform the traditional Lion Dance at the annual Chinese New Year's Festival at the San Joaquin County Historical Museum at Micke Grove in Lodi on Sunday, March, 5, 2023. This is the first time the festival has been held since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is also the first time the event, normally held in downtown Stockton, was held at the museum.

First Baptist Church Community Center is hosting its annual Stockton Chinese New Year Celebration on Saturday, March 9.

"There will be three lion dance teams and a dragon dance team performing," Visit Stockton's website states.

The celebration is presented by The Chinese Cultural Society of Stockton and Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort. Doors will open at 10 a.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors, and free for kids ages 10 years old and younger.

  • Location: First Baptist Church Community Center, 33 W. Alpine Ave., Stockton

  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: visitstockton.org

Rhymosaurs at the Children's Museum of Stockton

Tyler Rex the... Two-O-Ninosaur book cover.
Tyler Rex the... Two-O-Ninosaur book cover.

On Saturday, Rhymosaurs will be at the Children's Museum of Stockton for hip-hop story time. Part of the fun will also include DJ Ekspoe, MC Zeps, dance cipher with grim boogie and graffiti coloring pages and more.

  • Location: Children's Museum of Stockton, 402 W. Weber Ave., Stockton

  • Hours: 2 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: childrensmuseumstockton.org

Annual Snow Day at Quail Lakes Baptist Church

Snow, hot dogs, chips and more will all be part of the free annual Snow Day at the Quail Lakes Baptist Church on Saturday.

Forty tons of snow will be dropped off for children to play in, Visit Stockton's website states.

2nd Saturdays for Families at the Haggin Museum

Museum goers look at some of more than 1,000 pieces of artwork during the opening reception for the 93rd annual Robert T. McKee Student Art Show at the Haggin Museum in Stockton on Feb. 3, 2024. More than 1,000 pieces of art from students from all around the county are displayed in the show which runs at the museum until March 17. \
Museum goers look at some of more than 1,000 pieces of artwork during the opening reception for the 93rd annual Robert T. McKee Student Art Show at the Haggin Museum in Stockton on Feb. 3, 2024. More than 1,000 pieces of art from students from all around the county are displayed in the show which runs at the museum until March 17. \

The Haggin Museum is hosting its 2nd Saturdays for Families on March 9.

"Celebrate artist J. C. Leyendecker’s 150th birthday by creating 3-D pieces of art that showcase his well-known skill of drawing and painting hands," the Haggin Museum website states.

The 2nd Saturdays for Families events are for children ages 5-12. Some activities may include art or interactive projects and museum events. While reservations are not required seating is available on a first come-first served basis, the museum website states.

Materials and activities are free with regular admission to the Haggin Museum.

Visit Stockton website states tickets are $8 adults, $7 seniors and military, $5 youth 10-17 years old and students with ID. Admission is free for museum members and children under 10 years old.

  • Location: Haggin Museum, 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton

  • Hours: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: hagginmuseum.org

Queens, Kings & Comedy

Drag performer Rubix Q Arcana emcees the 3rd annual Lodi Pride Festival at the High Water Brewery in Lodi on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
Drag performer Rubix Q Arcana emcees the 3rd annual Lodi Pride Festival at the High Water Brewery in Lodi on Saturday, June 10, 2023.

Queens, Kings & Comedy is bringing drag to the 209.

The event is presented by the Central Valley Gender Health & Wellness, with drag and comedy performances.

"This spectacular night will feature the region’s most beloved drag queens and kings, alongside the comedic brilliance of Tara Rico and friends," Visit Stockton Website states. "Immerse yourself in a world of dazzling costumes, magnetic performances, and non-stop laughter—all in support of gender health and wellness."

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m. General admission tickets start at $20.

  • Location: Central Valley Gender Health & Wellness Center, 907 N. El Dorado St., Stockton

  • Hours: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: eventbrite.com

Stockton Symphony Spring Forward Concert

Stockton Symphony musical director Peter Jaffe conducts the first performance of the symphony's annual Steppin' Out educational concert series at the San Joaquin College's Atherton Auditorium in Stockton on Jan. 30, 2024. The concert invites 4th and 5th graders for a concert where they learn about aspects of music. The series continues on Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 10:15 a.m. at Atherton Auditorium and Feb. 1 at 9:15a.m and 10:45 a.m. at Hutchins Street Square in Lodi.

The Stockton Symphony will be having its Spring Forward concert on Saturday at the Hutchins Street Square.

"The symphony is the third-oldest, continuously performing orchestra in California and holds artistic excellence as one its core values," Visit Stockton website states. "This performance will feature Conductor Peter Jaffe, violinist Ava Pakiam and an evening captivating us with the sounds of Copland, Ravel and Stravinksy."

Tickets start at $25 for adults and $10 for children. Fees are not included.

  • Location: Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St. in Lodi

  • Hours: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: stocktonsymphony.org

University of the Pacific Softball games

The Pacific softball team kicks off the 2022 season as the Tigers hit the road and take on Portland State on Feb. 11.
The Pacific softball team kicks off the 2022 season as the Tigers hit the road and take on Portland State on Feb. 11.

Catch a softball game at the Bill Simoni Field at the University of the Pacific this weekend.

On Saturday afternoon, Pacific Softball will play against Bakersfield. They will play Bakersfield again at 1 p.m. Sunday.

  • Location: Bill Simoni Field at the University of the Pacific

  • Hours: varies by team

  • Information: mpv.tickets.com

Brincos Dieras Irreverente Tour at the Bob Hope Theater

The comedy tour Brincos Dieras will be making a stop in Stockton this weekend.

"With his unparalleled performances and diverse range of characters, Brincos has become a household name in both the U.S. and Mexico," the Visit Stockton website states. "This time, he will be joined by the talented Kevyn Contreras, a rising star in the comedy scene."

The same tour will return again on Saturday, April 6.

  • Location: Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E Main St., Stockton

  • Hours: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 9

  • Information: ticketmaster.com

Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@recordnet.com or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. To support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at https://www.recordnet.com/subscribenow.

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