Cinco de Mayo Festival and Parade, Stockton Flavor Fest, Ube x Matcha Fest 2024: May events

Angelaydet Rocha, The Stockton Record
Updated ·14 min read

April showers bring May events to Stockton.

The May lineup includes a Cinco de Mayo festival and parade, the Ube x Matcha Fest 2024, Stockton Cargo SC games at the San Joaquin County Fair.

Start penciling one of these 20 events into your planner so you don't miss out on the fun events happening in Stockton and nearby.

Stockton Ports games

Stockton Ports' Bjay Cooke makes contact during the Ports' home opener against the Modesto Nuts at the Stockton Ballpark in downtown Stockton on Apr. 5, 2024.
Stockton Ports' Bjay Cooke makes contact during the Ports' home opener against the Modesto Nuts at the Stockton Ballpark in downtown Stockton on Apr. 5, 2024.

The Stockton Ports, the Single-A Minor League Baseball Affiliate of the Oakland Athletics, will have 15 home games in May at the Banner Island Ballpark, also known as the Stockton Ballpark.

They are scheduled to play the Visalia Rawhide, Fresno Grizzlies, and the Modesto Nuts this month.

Tickets begin at $13.

2024 Stockton Ports April home games

  • 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, May 1 against Visalia Rawhide

  • 7:05 p.m. Thursday, May 2 against Visalia Rawhide

  • 7:05 p.m. Friday, May 3 against Visalia Rawhide

  • 7:05 p.m. Saturday, May 4 against Visalia Rawhide

  • 2:09 p.m. Sunday, May 5 against Visalia Rawhide

  • 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 14 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 7:05 p.m. Thursday, May 16 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 7:05 p.m. Friday, May 17 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 7:05 p.m. Saturday, May 18 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 2:09 p.m. Sunday, May 19 against Fresno Grizzlies

  • 6:05 p.m. Monday, May 27 against Modesto Nuts

  • 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, May 29 against Modesto Nuts

  • 7:05 p.m. Thursday, May 30 against Modesto Nuts

  • 7:05 p.m. Friday, May 31 against Modesto Nuts

  • Location: Banner Island Ballpark/ Stockton Ballpark, 404 W. Fremont St in Stockton

  • Information: milb.com/stockton

University of the Pacific softball and baseball

Tara Fornaciari (bottom) out at home plate by Santa Rosa’s Adriana Novak during the softball game at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. on March 26, 2024.
Tara Fornaciari (bottom) out at home plate by Santa Rosa’s Adriana Novak during the softball game at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. on March 26, 2024.

Softball and baseball games continue through May at the University of the Pacific.

Catch a softball game at the Bill Simoni Field or a baseball game at the Klein Family Field at the University of the Pacific. Both schedules include 11 home games in total between both teams.

General admission tickets are $10. Seniors 60 years and up pay $8, and children ages 5-17 years old get in for $5.

Pacific softball home games at the Bill Simoni Field this May:

  • 4 p.m. Friday, May 3 against Santa Clara

  • noon Saturday, May 4 against Santa Clara and 2 p.m. (doubleheader)

  • noon Sunday, May 5 against Santa Clara

Pacific baseball games at the Klein Family Field this May:

  • 6 p.m. Friday, May 3 against Gonzaga

  • 5 p.m. Saturday, May 4 against Gonzaga

  • 1 p.m. Sunday, May 5 against Gonzaga

  • 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 against Fresno State

  • 6 p.m. Thursday, May 16 against Santa Clara

  • 5 p.m. Friday, May 17 against Santa Clara

  • 1 p.m. Saturday, May 18 against Santa Clara

Where to go for UP softball and baseball games:

  • Location: Pacific Softball at Bill Simoni Field at 3601 Pacific Ave. or Klein Family Field at 1178 Larry Heller Dr., both at the University of the Pacific

  • Information: pacifictigers.com

Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour at the Bob Hope Theater

See "Blippi the Musical" Friday at the Bob Hope Theatre in downtown Stockton.
See "Blippi the Musical" Friday at the Bob Hope Theatre in downtown Stockton.

Blippi will be in Stockton this weekend.

"Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore?" the Stockton Live website states.

Tickets start at $22.50.

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

  • Hours: 6 p.m. Friday, May 3

  • Information: stocktonlive.com

Cinco de Mayo Festival and Parade

Members of Ballet Folklorico El Mestizaje de Salida marches in El Concilio's annual Cinco de Mayo parade and festival in downtown Stockton on Sunday, May, 7, 2023.
Members of Ballet Folklorico El Mestizaje de Salida marches in El Concilio's annual Cinco de Mayo parade and festival in downtown Stockton on Sunday, May, 7, 2023.

The Cinco de Mayo event returns with an "expanded two-day" celebration this year.

The event will begin on Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m. with a 5K Family Fun Run. Gates for the event will open at 11 a.m. and go through 8 p.m.

There will be food, games, entertainment a late-night concert, and a comedy event.

On Sunday, May 5 the Cinco de Mayo parade will kick off festivities at 10 a.m. after there will be more entertainment, activities and games until 6 p.m.

"Celebrating the region’s diversity and cultures, the event attracts families throughout the Central Valley with over 31,000 attending in 2023 – and this year we expect upward of 50,000 attendees over the two days," El Concilio's website states.

The celebration will be a weekend filled with games, prizes, food, vendors, Sky Lab, low-rider and classic car show, sports camps for kids, and all day live entertainment, according to event organizers.

There will be over 125 vendors and booths, more than 25 food vendors and more.

  • Location: Weber Point Events Center, 221 N. Center St. in Stockton

  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 4 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 5

  • Information: elconcilio.org

Pixie Woods opening day and 70th Birthday

David Martinez and his 1-year-old daughter Katalina ride the carousel at Pixie Woods' Monster Mash Halloween bash in Stockton on Oct. 28, 2023. Children who wore a costume got in free during the season-ending event at the children's playland. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD
David Martinez and his 1-year-old daughter Katalina ride the carousel at Pixie Woods' Monster Mash Halloween bash in Stockton on Oct. 28, 2023. Children who wore a costume got in free during the season-ending event at the children's playland. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD

Pixie Woods is celebrating its opening day and 70th birthday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 4 at the Pixie Woods Children's Park at 3121 Monte Diablo in Stockton.

"For 70 years, Pixie Woods has captivated children's imaginations with numerous play structures based on children's books, fairytales, and nursery rhymes," the city of Stockton website states.

The celebration will include carnival games, a petting zoo, face painting, birthday cake, and more. General admission is $6, children under 2 years old enter free.

  • Location: Pixie Woods Children's Park, 3121 Monte Diablo in Stockton

  • Hours: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 4

  • Information: stocktonca.gov

Lincoln Center Semi-Annual Sidewalk

The twice-a-year sidewalk sale returns to the Lincoln Center this spring on Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..

Referred to as the "biggest sales of the year," the website states. Shop everything from clothing, home décor, sportswear, cosmetics, games, and more.

  • Location: Lincoln Center, 374 Lincoln Center in Stockton

  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 4

  • Information: lincolncentershops.com

Lodi Street Faire

(10/1/17) A mirror for sale reflects the bargain hunters at the Lodi Street Faire on Church School Street in downtown Lodi. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD
(10/1/17) A mirror for sale reflects the bargain hunters at the Lodi Street Faire on Church School Street in downtown Lodi. CLIFFORD OTO/THE STOCKTON RECORD

The Lodi Street Fair is back this May with the year's first event in downtown Lodi.

The street fair is a Lodi District Chamber of Commerce sponsored event held twice annually - the first Sunday in May and the first Sunday in October, according to the Visit Stockton website.

"The Lodi Street Faire is one of the premier events in the state, attracting vendors from throughout California. The Street Faire takes up a 14-square block area of downtown Lodi," the Lodi Chamber of Commerce website states. "More than 500 vendors participate in this biannual event, selling antiques, arts & crafts, and retail items. While shopping, visitors can satisfy their appetite."

There will be free parking at the parking garage on Sacramento and Pine streets.

  • Location: Downtown Lodi, 35 S. School St. in Lodi

  • Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, May 5

  • Information: lodichamber.com

Stockton Cargo SC games

Stockton Cargo's Alexis Brewah, right, fights for the ball with Oakland Soul's Shepherd during the inaugural USL W League game at the San Joaquin Delta College soccer field in Stockton on Saturday, May, 6, 2023.
Stockton Cargo's Alexis Brewah, right, fights for the ball with Oakland Soul's Shepherd during the inaugural USL W League game at the San Joaquin Delta College soccer field in Stockton on Saturday, May, 6, 2023.

Catch some goals at one of the Stockton Cargo SC, a women's pre-professional soccer league.

The first game of the season is at 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 5 against the Oakland Soul SC at the Knoles Field at the University of the Pacific at 3601 Pacific Avenue in Stockton.

The team will also play Marin FC and San Francisco Glens SC this month.

May schedule:

  • 7 p.m. Sunday, May 5 Stockton Cargo SC against Oakland Soul SC

  • 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18 Stockton Cargo SC against Marin FC

  • 3 p.m. Thursday, May 23 Stockton Cargo SC against San Francisco Glens SC

Tickets are $15 per carload, the website states.

  • Location: Knoles Field at the University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave. in Stockton

  • Hours: 7 p.m. Sunday, May 5, 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18, and 3 p.m. Thursday, May 23

  • Information: stocktonsc.com

Daniel Sloss at the Bob Hope Theatre

Comedian and actor Daniel Sloss will be making a stop at the Bob Hope Theatre this May for his "Can't" show.

Tickets start at $31.

  • Location: Bob Hope Theatre

  • Hours: 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 10

  • Information: ticketmaster.com

Ube x Matcha Fest 2024

Matcha Black Sesame Swirl Bun
Matcha Black Sesame Swirl Bun

All ube and matcha lovers, this event is for you.

The Kommunity Hub is hosting San Joaquin's 3rd Annual Ube Fest. This year they are also introducing matcha to the festival.

A "culture crawl" that will take place in three different downtown Stockton locations.

"We are highlighting the 209's best Ube and Matcha vendors far and wide," the Kommunity Hub website states.

The locations are:

  • Sweet and Savory Street, 369 E. Market St. in Stockton

  • The Courthouse Plaza, 306 E. Main St. in Stockton

  • Huddle Cowork, 110 N. San Joaquin St. in Stockton

Food vendors will include Casa Pinoy, Street Stix, Dough for Dough, and more. There will also be performances by The Good Time Collective, Dragon Dance Troupe and more.

Tickets start at $10. Children 12 years old and under enter for free.

Each ticket will be per attendee and wristbands will be available for pick up at the venue locations, Visit Stockton website states.

Parking will be available at street parking, parking garages and lots.

  • Location: three locations in downtown Stockton

  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 11

  • Information: kommunityhub.org

Lodi Comic Con Spring

Andrew Hilbert, 10, is all smiles after meeting and getting is autograph from his favorite 'Avatar: the Last Airbender' voice actor, Greg Baldwin, at the Lodi Comic Con at Lodi Grape Festival on May 8th. Dianne Rose/For The Record
Andrew Hilbert, 10, is all smiles after meeting and getting is autograph from his favorite 'Avatar: the Last Airbender' voice actor, Greg Baldwin, at the Lodi Comic Con at Lodi Grape Festival on May 8th. Dianne Rose/For The Record

Comics, Supreme Pro Wrestling and special guests are returning to Lodi this May for the Lodi Comic Con Spring at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds.

The event schedule includes a 1 p.m. panel with "Stranger Things" actor Andrey Ivchenko and Jackie Dallas, a panel on voice acting with André Sogliuzzo, who voiced "Puss in Boots" in the 2011 short film Thriller Night and as "Monty" for Stuart Little the 2003 TV Series.

Tickets are $5 in-store, $7.50 online (plus fees), $10 at the gate on the day off. Children 12 years old and younger enter for free.

  • Location: Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St. in Lodi

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

  • Information: lodicomiccon.com

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 May 11.

"Learn about artist Mary Cassatt and create artwork with one of the art techniques that she often used – monoprinting," 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. Tickets are $8 for adults, $7 for seniors and military, $5 for 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. in Stockton

  • Hours: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11

  • Information: hagginmuseum.org

Stockton Symphony presents Whodunit?

The Stockton Symphony is having a Mother's Day celebration on Sunday, May 12 at the Warren Atherton Auditorium at 5151 Pacific Avenue in Stockton.

Peter Jaffe will be directing the music while Paul Kimball will be the cameo guest conductor.

"You’ll have it at this concert—treat Mom to this fun-packed event for the whole family," The Stockton Symphony website states.

General admission tickets start at $25. Students pay $10.

  • Location: Warren Atherton Auditorium at San Joaquin Delta College, 5151 Pacific Ave. in Stockton

  • Hours: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 12

  • Information: stocktonsymphony.org

Stockton Flavor Fest

Families paint at the Mexican heritage center during Stockton Flavor Fest on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Weber Point. The event had culinary vendors, food trucks, entertainment, performances, kids activities, craft beers and more.
Families paint at the Mexican heritage center during Stockton Flavor Fest on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Weber Point. The event had culinary vendors, food trucks, entertainment, performances, kids activities, craft beers and more.

The Stockton Flavor Fest returns to the Weber Point Events Center in downtown Stockton.

The three-day event is hosted by Visit Stockton, with the support of the city of Stockton. Proceeds from the event will benefit local community-based volunteer organizations, the Visit Stockton website states.

There will be food vendors such as El Parcero Empanadas Colombianas, Panda's Smoke Shack, Saucey Oysters, and more. There will also be entertainment, a drag brunch, workshops, cooking demos, craft beer and cocktails, and more.

Tickets for the drag brunch are $55. The ticket includes entry to the Sunday drag brunch, entry to the Stockton Flavor Fest and Tia Linda's Back Porch on Sunday only. Proceeds from the drag brunch will benefit the San Joaquin Pride Center.

Drinks and food begin at 10:30 a.m. and the show starts at 11 a.m., according to the Visit Stockton website.

The show is only for those 21 years and over, the website states.

Stockton Flavor Fest tickets start at $5 for general admission on Friday, $12 for general admission on Saturday and Sunday ($10 online), children 17 years old are $5, children 5 years old and younger enter free. There will be a three-day pass for $17.

There is a clear bag policy, according to the Visit Stockton website.

  • Location: Weber Point Events Center, 221 N. Center St. in Stockton

  • Hours: 11 a.m.to 8 p.m. Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, May 19

  • Information: stocktonflavorfest.com

Stockton Chorale presents The Piano People: Music of Elton John, Carole King & Billy Joel

The Stockton Youth Chorale sings the national anthem at the start of the Stockton Ports' home opener against the Modesto Nuts at the Stockton Ballpark in downtown Stockton on Tuesday, April 12. 2022.
The Stockton Youth Chorale sings the national anthem at the start of the Stockton Ports' home opener against the Modesto Nuts at the Stockton Ballpark in downtown Stockton on Tuesday, April 12. 2022.

The Stockton Chorale is preparing for its last concert of the season The Piano People: music of Elton John, Carole King, and Billy Joel.

The last concert of the season will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Vineyard Chapel at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Atherton Auditorium at 5151 Pacific Ave. in Stockton.

Tickets start at $25. To purchase tickets visit stocktonchorale.org.

  • Location: Vineyard Chapel at 14165 N. Beckman Rd. in Lodi and Atherton Auditorium at 5151 Pacific Ave. in Stockton

  • Hours: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18 and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 19

  • Information: stocktonchorale.org

Astronomy in the Park

Linda Yin of Stockton looks at the solar eclipse through a telescope equipped with a protective filter during a watch party held by the Delta College Physics-Math-Computer Sciences Club and the the Stockton Astronomical Society on the campus of San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton on Oct. 14, 2023. It began at about 8 a.m. and lasted until about 10:40 a.m. with its peak at about 9:30 a.m. About 50 people attended the event. A solar eclipse is when the moon comes between the Earth and Sun. Stockton was just outside of the eclipse's path and experiences only a partial eclipse covering most but all of the Sun. The Oct. 14 eclipse was an annular eclipse. That's when the moon is at its farthest from the Earth and it doesn't entirely block out the Sun but leaves a ring often called the "ring of fire." A total eclipse will occur on April, 8 2024.

Have you ever wanted to view the moon or M13 (star cluster in Hercules) up close through the lens of a telescope? Then go to Oak Grove Regional Park at 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd. in Stockton on Saturday, May 18.

Telescope viewings take place once a month and feature a different deep sky object. This also happens on the Saturday closest to the first quarter moon.

Sunset is at 8:15 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The moon and M13 (star cluster in Hercules) can be seen at that time. The Deep Sky Object, the M92 (star cluster in Hercules) will be seen when the sky is at its darkest.

The event is free, but the county charges $6 for parking, according to Visit Stockton.

  • Location: Oak Grove Regional Park, 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd., Stockton

  • Hours: 8:15 p.m. Saturday, May 18

  • Information: drive.google.com

Linden Cherry Festival

The Linden Cherry Festival returns Saturday, May 18 with this year's theme of "Linden Cherries Salutes the U.S. Military."

The parade will kick off festivities at 10 a.m. starting at Front and Market streets, according to Linden-Peters Chamber of Commerce.

The festival will take place at the Linden Elementary School grounds at 18100 E. Front St. in Linden.

The event will include at Cherry Queen contest, a car show, a cherry pie contest, and fresh cherries will be available for purchase.

  • Location: Linden Elementary School grounds, 18100 E. Front St. in Linden

  • Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18

  • Information: lindenchamber.net/cherryfestival

Estado Civil: Ingobernable Jorge Lozano at the Bob Hope Theatre

Jorge Lozano, the "multifaceted speaker, author, radio and television presenter" will be making a stop at the Bob Hope Theatre on Saturday, May 18 as part of his "Estado Civil: Ingobernable" conference tour.

Tickets start at $50.

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

  • Hours: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18

  • Information: stocktonlive.com

Pro Wrestling Revolution at Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium

La Migra, La Park, Dr. Wagner Jr., and Misterioso will take on the ring on Saturday, May 25 for Lucha Libre at the Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium at 525 N. Center St. in Stockton.

"After a 15-year hiatus, Pro Wrestling Revolution is making an exhilarating return," The Visit Stockton website states.

Tickets start at $25 (without fees).

  • Location: Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium, 525 N. Center St. in Stockton

  • Hours: 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25

  • Information: prowrestling-revolution.com

San Joaquin County Fair

Juggler Jeremy Schafer tosses balls in the air as he entertains passersby on the midway at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton for the opening day of the county fair in Stockton on Friday, June 2, 2023. A number of murals were created by various groups to be placed around the fairgrounds during the 3 day run of the fair.
Juggler Jeremy Schafer tosses balls in the air as he entertains passersby on the midway at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton for the opening day of the county fair in Stockton on Friday, June 2, 2023. A number of murals were created by various groups to be placed around the fairgrounds during the 3 day run of the fair.

The San Joaquin County Fair is back for a three-day weekend at the end of the month at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds at 1658 South Airport Way in Stockton.

Carnival rides, entertainment, food and more will be part of the fun.

General admission presale tickets start at $7 ($10 at gate), Seniors, 62 years old and over are $5 presale ($7 at gate), children 6 to 12 years old are $5 presale ($7 at the gate), children 5 years old and under enter free. Single-day unlimited carnival wristbands are $35.

Parking is $10.

  • Location: San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 South Airport Way in Stockton

  • Hours: Friday, May 31 through Sunday, June 2

  • Information: sanjoaquinfair.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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