Wild N Out Stockton Ignites the 209: DaBaby, Soulja Boy & 5120 Ent Deliver
Inside the Sold-Out Show That Brought Culture, Comedy, and Community Together in Stockton
Stockton, California got its win.
The Wild N Out Live Tour took over Adventist Health Arena, and over 10,000 fans showed up to turn the 209 into the center of comedy, music, and real hometown pride. From the jump, the energy was undeniable — and behind the scenes, the blueprint was strategic. This wasn’t just another stop. It was a mission, powered by 5120 Entertainment CEO Eugene Parker, tour co-producer Rip Micheals, and Stockton’s own Vice Mayor Jason Lee.
It all started when Jason Lee reached out to Eugene Parker directly and said: “Bring Wild N Out to my city.” That call led to a meeting with Rip, the arena’s GM, and Stockton officials — and within weeks, the team had a plan to deliver one of the city’s most high-profile entertainment events in years.
“We didn’t just come to perform,” said Parker. “We came to change the narrative.”
And they did.
Nick Cannon opened the night with the full Wild N Out cast behind him, including DC Young Fly, Hitman Holla, Conceited, Charlie Clips, Pretty Vee, Emmanuel Hudson, Maddy, Timothy DeLaGhetto, Lovely Mimi, and DJ D-Wrek.
The stage featured 18 Wild N Out Girls handpicked from Stockton, alongside the newly introduced Latina cast members, adding a hyper-local and culturally authentic flavor to the show.
Soulja Boy hit the stage early with pure confidence, delivering a run of hits from “Crank Dat” to “Kiss Me Thru The Phone.” The arena turned into a massive singalong. And when Nick Cannon brought the crew back out for the games, it felt like classic Wild N Out TV — but live and in 209 mode. From Hood Jeopardy to Pick Up and Kill It, the improv games and rap battles kept the crowd wild.
Then came Jason Lee, stepping onstage not just as a city official, but as one of Stockton’s own who made it from Wild N Out to City Hall. His return was met with a standing ovation. “This isn’t just a show,” he told the crowd. “It’s a moment for all of us.”
DaBaby closed out the night with a full-throttle set that left no doubt about his headliner status. From “Suge” to “Cash Shit” to “Shake Sumn,” his performance was explosive. He even jumped into the crowd to perform with fans, making sure Stockton felt every bar up close.
More Than a Tour Stop
What made the night special was how Stockton was included every step of the way. Rip Micheals spent two weeks in town ahead of the show, working hands-on with production and hiring locally. The team brought in Stockton-based vendors, hired local street teams, and made space for community involvement at every level.
“This was about connection,” Rip said. “Not just pulling up — but tapping in.”
What’s Next for 5120?
Just as fans caught their breath, Eugene Parker and 5120 Entertainment announced their next move: Backstage Pass, a behind-the-scenes docuseries giving viewers raw, unfiltered access to the Wild N Out Live Tour. From the travel to the talent to the uncut moments fans never get to see, the show is built to show what it really takes.
The first four episodes drop in early June on Tubi, and include never-before-seen footage from multiple cities — including Stockton.
“We want to show the culture behind the curtain,” Parker said. “Backstage Pass is for the fans who want more than the show — they want the real.”
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From a sold-out night in Stockton to screens everywhere, 5120 isn’t just building a tour — they’re building a movement. And the 209? It made a lasting impression.
Check out more photos from the evening below.
