Family (Arts, Sports, Recreation)
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Downtown Stockton is the destination of choice when you want to celebrate life, art, food, music, sports, theatre and recreation. What do you want to celebrate today?
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CELEBRATE Events
CELEBRATE Arts and ENTERTAINMENT
Grab the Family, Celebrate Together!
The museum features hands-on, play-based exhibits enhancing a child’s understanding of how the world works. On the exhibit floor, over a dozen different child-sized environments recreate the ambience of a small city. At each exhibit in the museum’s tiny town, there are tools and/or machines that can be manipulated by children, who weigh postcards at the post office, count money at the bank and perform tasks of that particular occupation. Admission is $4.50 and under 2 years is free.
City Centre Stadium is located in the heart of downtown. The plaza and large glass dome surrounding the theatre are reminisant of a Spanish plaza as locals gather here to enjoy fine outdoor dining, ice cream shops, water fountains and on Friday and Saturday evenings in the summer from 7-9pm, families can also enjoy Music in the Square and street performers.
Cesar Chavez Central Library
605 N. El Dorado Street | (209) 937-8221 | more on line
It is
a full service library offering also computer and Internet access,
free classes and workshops as well as live music concerts and
art exhibits (call the library for details). On the second floor of
the building there is a cafe offering a variety of coffee, espresso
and tea drinks.
Tidewater Art Center & Gallery
(209) 463-4033 | more on line
Tidewater was voted “The best art gallery in San Joaquin County” by the readers of the Record. An artist cooperative since 2000, with more than
20 artists selling original sculptures, paintings, photographs, jewelry and more, the Tidewater is a downtown gem. New exhibits are open to public in the San Joaquin County Administration Building.
The Bob Hope Theatre, known to some locals as “The Fox” is an exciting destination to enjoy theatre and live shows in addition to viewing a beautifully restored piece of Stockton’s history. Regularly scheduled tours to enjoy the architecture and history of the theatre are available by calling (209) 481-8726 or the theatre at (209) 337-4673 x 210. Private tours can also be arranged. Admission is $1.00 per person with all proceeds contributed to the “Friends of the Fox.”
Kress Legal Center is a fine example of historic renovation at
its best. The
first floor of the building hosts the Conty’s Public Law Library
which always features art exhibits of local and nationally
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Sports AND RECREATION 
Grab the Fans, Celebrate Your Team!
Housed in the beautiful waterfront Banner Island Ballpark, the Stockton Ports have won 10 titles and have posted the highest winning percentage in Cal League history over the past 55 years. The Ports gained their unique name from the cities own rich history and strong resource as the states only inland Port.
In 2003, the Ports won the Northern Division but lost to Inland Empire in the Championship series.
Weber Point Events Center
221 North Center Street – Intersection of Center and Miner Avenue
A star downtown attraction, Weber Point Events Center is enjoyed throughout the year with festivals, concerts and a variety of community celebrations. Enjoy the interactive water feature, colorful children’s play area or simply stroll the promenade and enjoy the panoramic Delta view. An impressive fabric shade structure covers the stage area and a parking lot at the site and public parking nearby accommodates visitors. Entrance is FREE.
Through just three seasons of play, the Stockton Thunder has captured the imagination, passion and attention of the Central Valley's sports landscape and taken it to a whole new level after leading the ECHL in attendance for three consecutive seasons and hosting the 2008 ECHL All-Star Game, that was attended by more than 7,000 fans at Stockton Arena. An affiliation with the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and an influx 
of free-agent talent has taken the Thunder to back-to-back Kelly Cup Playoff apperances in 2006 and 2007, paving the way for bigger heights in 2008-09.
Downtown Stockton Marina and Joan Darrah Promenade
445 W. Weber Avenue | (209) 462-4200 | more on line
The Downtown Stockton Marina features long-term and guest
docks, restrooms, and parking. Located right next to a wide
choice of
restaurants, Baseball Park and Stockton Arena,
it offers a great view of downtown and the Stockton Port.
Completely renovated Joan Darrah’s waterfront promenade is
a splendid location for walking or jogging and enjoying public
art displayed on railings, lamp posts, sitting areas and sidewalks.
Kayak Rentals: $5.00 per hour & $20.00 per day; one-person kayaks, 8.6 ft long, assorted colors; age limit is 10. To reserve, contact Downtown Stockton Marina at ( 209-462-4200) or e-mail.
Yacht Cruises on the Delta
445 W. Weber Avenue | (209) 639-4808 | more on line 
Tour the rivers of the San Joaquin Delta right from the Downtown Stockton
Marina. Themed events offer fine dining, a full bar, great wines, and classy entertainment on board of the
Delta Cruise's boat, Island Girl!
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Walking Tours
Park Your Car, Celebrate Your Feet!
Self-Guided Tours: Download the Downtown Stockton Self-Guided Walking Tour. This tour includes historical architecture, public art and points of interest. To learn more about the history of Downtown Stockton, click here.
Guided Tours: With advance notice, the Downtown Stockton Alliance will arrange for a free staff-guided tour of downtown for your school, organization or group. To schedule a guided tour of the Historical Downtown Stockton, or Hidden Public Art, contact Manuel Laguna at (209) 888-8636 or
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