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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Stockton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stockton held a bustling weekend of events leading up to a ballet performance today at Bob Hope Theatre — community celebrations included a Cinco de Mayo festival at the Fairgrounds, a pajama-themed baseball game at Banner Island Ballpark, racing at Stockton 99 Speedway and family fun at local parks. Stocktonia
- ➤ Residents gathered at the new Ursula Meyer Library and Community Center in Northeast Stockton on Apr. 30 when city leaders cut the ribbon + local children enjoyed climbing and reading areas. The Stockton Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After decades — of determination, 80 year old Veronica Smith and her retired daughter Virginia Ordaz earned their associate degrees from San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton on Friday. Their achievement inspires local families and proves education has no age limit. KCRA
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California Golden Bears vs. Pacific Tigers Men's Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Klein Family Field — Tickets starting at $10 — Watch the Pacific Baseball team take on California in an exciting matchup.
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San Diego Toreros at Pacific Tigers Baseball
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. — Klein Family Field — Tickets starting at $10 — Catch the Pacific Baseball team as they face off against San Diego in an exciting matchup.
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Monster Truck Madness
2-3:30 p.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $20+ — Experience adrenaline-pumping monster truck rides and thrilling kart races at two back-to-back shows.
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Pacific Tigers Baseball vs. San Diego Toreros
1-4 p.m. — Klein Family Field — Tickets starting at $10 — Watch the Pacific Baseball team take on San Diego in an exciting collegiate matchup.
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TWF Stockton Scuffle - Live Pro Wrestling Event
7-9:30 p.m. — Eagle Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience thrilling matches and championship bouts at TWF's exciting wrestling event in Stockton.
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Every Which Way but Loose Screening
2-5 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — $14.90 Standard Admission, $8.75 Youth Admission — Enjoy an action-comedy classic with live organ music in a historic venue.
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Stockton Cruise Nights
6-9 p.m. — Stockton Gun And Bocce Club — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars and local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Night of Comedy in Stockton
5:11-9 p.m. — Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying night of laughter featuring top comedians and vibrant performers.
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San Joaquin Kennel Club Dog Show
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Lodi Grape Festival Grounds — Free admission, $10 parking — Watch top dogs compete for Best In Show while enjoying food and educational booths.
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