Venues

THE BOB HOPE (FOX CALIFORNIA) THEATRE

SJIFF opened at the world-class, movie palace, Bob Hope (Fox) Theatre. Highly-regarded as "The Crown Jewel of Stockton," the historic 2,042 seat movie palace is among the largest in California. When it had its Grand Opening as "The Fox" on October 14, 1930, Stockton experienced one of its most grandiose events in the region. Approximately 20,000 people attended the celebration, including some of the most famous stars of the time. Today, the Bob Hope Theatre welcomes the world of entertainment to Stockton.

www.bobhopetheatre.org

STOCKTON EMPIRE THEATRE

The primary venue of SJIFF is the Stockton Empire Theatre. The 200+ seat venue is located in the heart of Stockton's Miracle Mile district. Historically, Feb 6, 1945 marked the Opening Night of the theatre, when it was simply known as "The Stockton." With new ownership in 2005, the theatre was revived as the Stockton Empire Theatre. Today, it continues to be a multi-faceted and innovative venue for the arts and cultural life of Stockton and San Joaquin residents.

www.stocktonempiretheatre.com

PACIFIC THEATRE at PACIFIC

The McCaffrey Center of University of the Pacific houses the 181-seat Pacific Theatre. This intimate and multifaceted facility is utilized as a place for film screenings and academic activities.

www.pacific.edu

FAYE SPANOS CONCERT HALL at PACIFIC

The Faye Spanos Concert Hall is at the heart of University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music. This 950-seat venue was the venue for the Grand Finale Awards Celebration of SJFF 2008.

www.pacific.edu

THE HAGGIN MUSEUM

Stockton's "Cultural Gem," The Haggin Museum is the oldest museum in San Joaquin County. The Haggin Museum will host an indoor cultural family festival as part of SJFF 2008.

www.hagginmuseum.org