About this Event
🎄 CHRISTMAS AT THE FAIR
Presents the 167th San Joaquin County Fair
🎟️ FREE TICKETS | DECEMBER 3–6 & 10–13, 2026
Looking for something BIG to do this Christmas season?
The magic of Christmas meets the excitement of the county fair as Christmas at the Fair presents the 167th San Joaquin County Fair!
For eight spectacular days across two holiday weekends, the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds in Stockton transforms into a festive wonderland filled with twinkling lights, carnival rides, ice skating, fireworks, holiday shopping, delicious fair food, live entertainment and Christmas memories waiting to be made.
Bring the kids. Bring your friends. Bring the whole family.
And best of all? Your event tickets are FREE!
🎅 THE HOLIDAY MAGIC AWAITS!
🎡 Full Carnival Midway & Games — The sights, sounds and excitement of the county fair return with thrilling carnival rides, family favorites, midway games and fun for all ages!
⛸️ Holiday Ice Skating Rink — Lace up your skates and glide into the Christmas spirit on our synthetic ice skating rink! A festive experience for families, couples and first-time skaters alike.
🎆 Spectacular Fireworks — Watch the night sky come alive with dazzling fireworks as we celebrate the holiday season at the fairgrounds!
🎅 Photos with Santa Claus — Make a Christmas memory with a visit to Santa! Bring your wish lists, your biggest smiles and the whole family for a special holiday photo opportunity.
✨ Christmas Lights & Holiday Displays — Explore a fairgrounds filled with sparkling lights, festive decorations, seasonal displays and picture-perfect holiday moments.
🎁 Holiday Shopping Market — Discover unique gifts, handmade treasures, seasonal decorations, local artisans, specialty vendors and one-of-a-kind finds at our festive Christmas marketplace.
🍿 Classic Fair Food & Holiday Treats — From traditional fair favorites to sweet seasonal indulgences, come hungry and enjoy the flavors of Christmas at the Fair!
☕ Cozy Concessions & Seasonal Favorites — Warm up with delicious drinks, comforting treats and festive refreshments as you explore the holiday festivities.
🎵 Live Music & Entertainment — Celebrate the season with live performances, holiday music, family entertainment and festive surprises throughout the event.
📸 Holiday Photo Opportunities — Capture the magic with Christmas-themed displays, colorful decorations, Santa encounters and plenty of places to make lasting memories.
🎡 THE COUNTY FAIR MEETS CHRISTMAS MAGIC!
This isn't just another holiday market. It's the San Joaquin County Fair — with a Christmas twist!
For generations, the San Joaquin County Fair has brought families together for rides, food, entertainment and unforgettable experiences.
Now, we're bringing that tradition into the holiday season with Christmas at the Fair, combining the excitement of a full carnival midway with the warmth, wonder and traditions of Christmas.
Imagine the glow of thousands of holiday lights, the sound of Christmas music filling the air, the excitement of carnival rides, families gathering around festive displays and fireworks lighting up the winter sky.
One destination. Two holiday weekends. Eight days of Christmas magic.
🎅 MAKE CHRISTMAS MEMORIES TOGETHER
Some of the best gifts aren't wrapped under a tree. They're the memories we make together.
Take the kids to meet Santa. Go ice skating with someone special. Explore the holiday market for that perfect gift. Enjoy your favorite fair food. Ride the midway. Watch the fireworks.
Whether you're starting a new family tradition, planning a holiday date night or simply looking for a fun evening with friends, Christmas at the Fair has something for everyone.
And with FREE event tickets, it's easier than ever to make the season special.
📅 TWO BIG HOLIDAY WEEKENDS!
WEEKEND ONE
🎄 Thursday, December 3 – Sunday, December 6, 2026
WEEKEND TWO
🎄 Thursday, December 10 – Sunday, December 13, 2026
📍 San Joaquin County Fairgrounds
1658 S. Airport Way
Stockton, CA 95206
🎟️ GET YOUR FREE TICKETS TODAY!
Christmas magic shouldn't come with a big ticket price.
That's why tickets to Christmas at the Fair presents the 167th San Joaquin County Fair are absolutely FREE!
Reserve your free tickets today and join us for one of the biggest holiday celebrations of the season.
🎟️ FREE event tickets
🎄 Eight festive event days
🎡 Carnival rides, ice skating, Santa, fireworks & more
🎁 Holiday shopping, entertainment and seasonal fun
Please note: Event tickets are FREE. Parking is charged separately. Carnival rides, ice skating, food, merchandise and select attractions may require additional purchases. Event programming and attraction availability may vary by date.
🎅 DON'T MISS THE MAGIC — CLAIM YOUR FREE TICKETS TODAY!
Event venue & nearby stays
San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S Airport Way, Stockton, United States
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