Good morning, Stockton.

University of the Pacific broke ground Thursday on a new 15,682 square foot student-athlete and sports medicine center at its Stockton campus near the Janssen-Lagorio Performance Center, a project funded entirely by private donations (including a contribution from the Eberhart family to name the rehab area after Chris Pond). The center will support nearly 400 Division I athletes across 19 sports, expand current facilities, and is expected to open by September 2026.

San Joaquin County approved $1.5 million for the Gospel Center Rescue Mission’s new facility after its private financing fell through—this funding will help add 27 beds for recuperative care and 83 beds for addiction treatment to serve up to 110 residents, and earlier support of $2 million in 2021 secured a crucial $2 million Federal Home Loan Bank grant. Supervisors praised the mission's work as cost-effective and urged local cities to share the financial burden.

Stockton Hmong New Year Celebration

8 a.m.-4 p.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $7 general admission, free for seniors and kids — Celebrate vibrant cultural traditions with performances, food, and fun activities for the whole family.

Stockton Kings Basketball Game

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Adventist Health Arena — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the Stockton Kings, champions of the NBA G League, in an exciting matchup.

Annual Trout Bout Fishing Tournament

6:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. — Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park — $5 fishing permit — Compete for prizes in a fun-filled day of fishing with over 2,000 lbs. of Trout planted just for the occasion.

Stockton Kings Basketball Game

7-8:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Stockton Kings at an exciting NBA G League matchup in downtown Stockton!

Stockton Kings Basketball Game

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Ticket prices vary — Cheer for the Stockton Kings, the local NBA G League Champions, in an exciting basketball showdown.

World Ballet Company Presents Cinderella

2-3:30 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting ballet adaptation of the beloved fairy tale featuring 40 international dancers and stunning visuals.

Annual Tree of Lights Ceremony by Hospice of San Joaquin

5:30-6:00 p.m. — San Joaquin Delta College — Donation-based — Honor loved ones by lighting up the Tree of Lights with festive cheer and community spirit.

Stockton Kings Basketball Game

7-8:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Check the rates for single game tickets — Cheer for the Stockton Kings, the NBA G League champions, at an exciting downtown basketball game.

Festival of Trees

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — San Joaquin County Historical Museum — General Admission $15; Children $5 — Experience the magic of the holiday season with beautifully decorated trees, crafts, and festive activities.

44th Annual Lighted Boat Parade in Downtown Stockton

5-7:30 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — Free entry — Experience a dazzling display of Christmas lights as boats sail into the downtown Stockton Waterfront.