Happy Thursday, Valley Hoppers!
How are we feeling today?
This is a very special release for us, because today we get to announce the launch of valleyhopper.com ! It’s been a long time in the making, and we’re so excited to share it with you all.
While the content is in its infancy, we have big plans to use this as our vehicle for delivering a month-out glance at the 209’s hottest events, fresh guides to bring flavor to valley living, and (soon) exciting discounts with major local businesses.
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Thank you all, and Happy Hoppin’
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🎟️ Top Picks This Week
May. 1 - May. 7
American Fare
📅 Sat, May 2
📍 Appellation Lodi, Lodi
🍷 Wine Tasting | Fine Dining
👦 Kid-Friendly: 21+
🎟️ Tickets & Info | $$$
Central West Ballet - Cinderella
📅 Sat, May 2 & Sun, May 3
📍 Gallo Center for the Arts, Modesto
🎭 Ballet | Live Performance
👦 Kid-Friendly: All Ages
🎟️ Tickets & Info ← Check date before purchasing
The Sleeping Beauty by International Ballet Stars
📅 Sun, May 3
📍 Bob Hope Theatre, Stockton
🎭 Ballet | Live Performance
👦 Kid-Friendly: All Ages
🎟️ Tickets & Info | $$
🎤 Heads up!
Scotty McCreery will be in Modesto at the Fruit Yard Amphitheater Fri, May 8th! This is a massive show and there are still tickets available!
🌷 Spring Arrivals
Stockton’s esteemed children’s park Pixie Woods will be reopening for the season starting Sat, May 2! (Weekends only)
🇲🇽 Cinco de Mayo Across the 209!
Cinco de Mayo Multicultural Festival
📍San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, Stockton — Fri, May 1 - Sun May 3
🎟️ Tickets & InfoModesto Taco Fest
📍 Downtown, Modesto — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoCinco de Mayo Celebration
📍 Library Park, Manteca — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoCinco de Mayo Wrestling Showdown!
📍 Downtown, Turlock — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoCinco de Vino (21+)
📍 Michael David Winery, Lodi — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoCinco de Mayo Fiesta
📍El Don Cocina & Cantina, Lathrop — Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 3
🎟️ Tickets & Info¡Festejos! - Calidanza Dance Company
📍 Gallo Center for the Arts, Modesto — Tue, May 5
🎟️ Tickets & Info
🌳 Outdoors & Family Fun
Full Moon Paddle on the Mokelumne River
📍 Lodi Boathouse, Lodi — Fri, May 1
🎟️ Tickets & InfoMommy & Me Paint n’ Sip Sing Along (all ages)
📍 La Vaca en Brasas, Stockton — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoThe Da Vinci Code - Multiple Dates
📍 Gallo Center for the Arts, Modesto — Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
🎟️ Tickets & InfoCars N’ Coffee – Central Valley Classics
📍 Lodi Parkwest Casino, Lodi — Sun, May 3
🎟️ Tickets & InfoLodi Street Faire
📍 Downtown, Lodi — Sun, May 3
🎟️ Tickets & Info
🍷 Date Nights, Wine Tasting & More
Parkinstock
📍 Blaker Brewing, Ceres — Fri, May 1 & Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & Info2026 CTZN Fest
📍 Lucas Winery, Lodi — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoForejour – A Tribute to Foreigner & Journey
📍Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, Tracy — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoChanticleer, An Orchestra of Voices
📍Hutchins Street Square, Lodi — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & Info"Hey Look, We're A Lounge Now!" Showroom Party Kickoff (21+)
📍Deaf Puppy Comedy, Manteca — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoElijah Scott LIVE
📍Five Window Beer Co., Lodi — Sat, May 2
🎟️ Tickets & InfoLive Music: Johnathan Seiberlich
📍Haggin Museum, Stockton — Thur, May 7
🎟️ Tickets & Info
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