Hmong New Year Celebration Returns to Stockton
The Stockton Hmong New Year celebration is set to return to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds for two days of cultural performances and community traditions.

The Stockton Hmong New Year celebration is set to take place on November 14 and 15, 2026, at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, as reported by Stocktonia News. The event will feature cultural performances, traditional music, and opportunities for visitors to learn about Hmong heritage through local vendors and activities. This annual gathering provides a platform for families to celebrate the new year and share their traditions with the broader Stockton community. [1]
The two-day celebration will be held at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, located at 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton. Admission is $7 for adults, with free entry for adults 65 and older and children younger than 5. Parking will cost $10 per vehicle, according to the event details provided by Stocktonia News. [1]
The event will include a variety of activities centered on Hmong culture, including performances and music that reflect the community’s traditions. Local vendors will be present, offering goods and information that highlight the Hmong heritage. The Stockton Hmong New Year celebration aims to foster community engagement and cultural appreciation, as described in the event details from Stocktonia News. [1]
The Hmong New Year celebration in Stockton takes place at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, located at 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton. The event spans two days, November 14–15, 2026, and includes cultural performances, traditional music, and vendor booths showcasing Hmong heritage. Admission is $7 for adults, with free entry for those aged 65 and older and children under 5. Parking is available for $10 per vehicle, reflecting the event’s scale and accessibility for attendees from across the region. This gathering, which has become an annual tradition, emphasizes the Hmong community’s role in Stockton’s multicultural landscape and serves as a key event for intercultural exchange in the area (Stocktonia News). [1]
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The Stockton Hmong New Year celebration is set to take place on November 14 and 15, 2026, at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, as reported by Stocktonia News. The two-day celebration will be held at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, located at 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton. This event is a key cultural milestone for the local Hmong community and is expected to draw visitors from across the region. [1]
The event will include a variety of activities centered on Hmong culture, including performances and music that reflect the community’s traditions. Visitors can experience cultural performances and traditional music while learning more about the Hmong community through local vendors and activities, as detailed in the Stocktonia News article. [1]
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The annual gathering provides an opportunity for families to celebrate the new year and share their traditions with the broader Stockton community. The celebration is free for adults 65 and older and children younger than 5, with an admission fee of $7 for others, according to the event description provided by Stocktonia News. [1]
The Stockton Hmong New Year celebration will take place on November 14 and 15, 2026, at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, as reported by Stocktonia News. The two-day event will feature a variety of cultural activities centered on Hmong heritage, including performances and traditional music (Source ID: 1). [1]
The fairgrounds, located at 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton, will host the celebration, providing families with an opportunity to engage in Hmong traditions and share them with the broader Stockton community (Source ID: 1). [1]
The event will be open to the public with an admission fee of $7, and free entry for adults 65 and older and children under five. Parking will cost $10 per vehicle (Source ID: 1). [1]
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