When your day isn't going quite like you planned it and you need a bit of a pick me up to get you back on track, head to Empresso Coffeehouse. Located on the Miracle Mile, this is one of Stockton's favorite places to get a daily caffeine fix, but this unique coffee house offers much more. Choose from an excellent selection of frappes, espresso drinks, loose leaf teas, and delicious pastries. So when you're needing that extra bit of energy that only a good cup of coffee can give, opt for the impressive choices at Empresso!
The Stockton Ports area baseball team plays in the Northern Division of the Class A-Advanced California League and is a Minor League affiliate team of Oakland Athletics. The sports team plays its home games at the Banner Island Ballpark.
Whether it's challenging the audience with the sweeping sounds of the majestic grand opera or scaling down the approach while still retaining the melodic attraction with its various light opera presentations, the Stockton Opera always maintains an impressive level of showmanship and professionalism that has won over audience after audience. For the latest information on upcoming productions, entertainment and special events, make sure to regularly check its website.
Whether you're young in age or young at heart, a great day of family fun is in store when you visit the Pixie Woods Amusement Park. This is a truly classic experience, as this much-loved park has been a fixture of Stockton since it opened more than 55 years ago. Enjoy such attractions as a merry-go-round, the Pixie Express Train, and much more. The kids will also enjoy the slides and playgrounds, and the firetruck and pirate ship that are on site, too. Plus, the water play area is quite popular during the warmer months of the year.