Ring in the holidays in Gilroy as Santa Claus makes his rounds at our town’s heartwarming winter celebrations. Revel in the holiday magic at North Pole Nights at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and our Holiday Festival and Parade in downtown Gilroy. Kick Off the Season at North Pole Nights at…
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Your Guide to the Arts in Gilroy: Murals, Makers & Creative Magic When you think of Gilroy, your mind might go straight to garlic and sunshine, but beneath the surface of this flavorful city is a creative heartbeat that’s redefining local culture. Art has a way of elevating a community, and in…
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Fall in Gilroy is a season filled with flavor, fun, and family traditions. From winery celebrations, lively festivals, pumpkin patches and outdoor adventures, here’s your guide to making the most of fall in and around Gilroy. Family-Friendly Fun For a fully immersive experience, Gilroy Gardens…
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A message from the author, Frank Johnson, executive director of Visit Gilroy. Gilroy has long been a travel hub for vacationers and California road trippers. In April of 2025, I had three friends and fellow Air Force veterans visit me from Kansas and Pennsylvania. As they haven’t seen much of…
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When looking for your next pick-me-up while in Gilroy, California, you’ll find a balanced blend of coffee and tea houses serving up sweet and savory drinks. Whether you’re in the mood for a hip, laidback vibe or a tranquil, chic experience, Gilroy delivers plenty of gems to escape the daily grind…
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Known as the "Garlic Capital of the World," Gilroy embraces its aromatic identity in every way imaginable, even in desserts! For adventurous foodies, our city offers some garlic-infused treats that have become local novelties, from cookies to ice cream and gourmet popcorn, here's your guide to…
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Experience an Award-Winning Film Festival in Gilroy Lights, camera, action! The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival (PJIFF) is set to return from April 9-16, 2025, bringing another incredible lineup of films, industry panels, and cultural experiences to southern Santa Clara and San Benito…
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With beautiful rolling hills and verdant valleys, redwoods and oak trees, streams and hot springs, and proximity to both mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Gilroy has been an essential crossroads in California for thousands of years. The oral history of native Americans tells us that Chicatac-Adams…
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If you’re looking for a great time in Gilroy, you definitely need to check out Tempo Kitchen & Bar. With outstanding food and unique cocktails plus live music and other events going on every weekend, Tempo really has become the heartbeat of Gilroy’s historic downtown district Entertainment…
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The Neon Exchange in Gilroy is one of the most unique meeting spaces in the Santa Clara Valley. If your employees are tired of typical presentations with hours spent staring at neutral walls and carpets, it’s time you booked your company’s next convention in Gilroy. This colorful…
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