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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As school lets out for the summer, Gilroy, California, is the perfect family-friendly destination to chill out, cool down and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re seeking indoor, air-conditioned fun, easy hikes, educational outings, or just a sweet, cool treat, Gilroy packs in a lot of…
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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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Get away to Gilroy, CA for some fall family fun! In September and October, you can experience a trio of festivals celebrating community and culture in the “Garlic Capital of the World.” Tamal Festival & Car Show: Saturday, September 28 The tamal (or tamale, as many Americans say) is a simple but…
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Holiday magic is alive in Gilroy as Santa Claus readies his sleigh to visit the Garlic Capital of the World! Revel in beloved holiday traditions and create new ones when you visit Gilroy during our heartwarming celebrations, including the all-new North Pole Nights at Gilroy Gardens and our Holiday…
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Ladies, are you dreaming of a fun, relaxing weekend with your BFFs? Picture yourselves getting pampered at a beauty lounge, savoring a leisurely meal, shopping at your favorite stores, and sipping some wine next to the vines while listening to live music. You can enjoy all this and more on your…
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This may be Santa’s busiest time of the year, but he has still found some time to make a few appearances in Gilroy. The jolly man in red will be riding in a sleigh in our local parade, making time for sharing wishes and taking pictures, and will be at some very festive celebrations. See you where…
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With pleasant spring weather and summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time of year for experiencing special moments and making memories with your family in Gilroy, California. Bring the entire family on a trip to Gilroy to enjoy a fun family theme park, kid-friendly wineries, scenic…
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