Discover Downtown!
There’s always something going on in Downtown Gilroy
Come explore Gilroy’s charming Historic Downtown District, which features an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and other local businesses that artfully blend the old with the new.
At our charming antique stores and other specialty boutiques, you’ll find all kinds of jewelry, furniture, tools, toys, kitchenware, clothing and other unique treasures.
The Downtown area also has a number of wonderful dining options, from coffee and sandwiches to steaks, authentic Mexican food, Gilroy garlic favorites, and much more.
BUILDING A BETTER DOWNTOWN: Due to the Gourmet Alley renovation project, you may encounter some traffic delays or parking shortages when you visit downtown Gilroy. We appreciate your patience as we build a better Gilroy—and hope you will come back again to check it out once all the construction is complete!
Self-Guided Walking Tour
Our self-guided downtown walking tour map will help you learn about all the great historical locations in Downtown Gilroy!
“The revitalized city center has historic buildings and gorgeous murals tucked away in side streets telling the city’s story.”
– Travel+Leisure
Take a Stroll Back in Time
The Gilroy Historic Paseo is a pathway that conveniently connects the shops and restaurants on Monterey Street with adjacent free parking lots. As you stroll through the Paseo, take a moment to look at the historic murals and interpretative panels to learn more about the city’s storied past, from the Early Settlers and roots of Agriculture through The Cowboy Era, the growth of Commerce and Hospitality, and of course, Gilroy’s long love affair with Garlic. (Located on Monterey Street between Fifth and Sixth Streets in downtown Gilroy)
Learn more about Gilroy’s past on the Gilroy City Historian web page.
Events
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Laberinto, El Mimoso Y Mas at Capos Event Center
January 24, 2025
When:
7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Where:
7588 Monterey St
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
7588 Monterey St
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
A night full of live music and energy at Capos Event Center on January 24.
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Trivia Nights at Promised Land Brewing Company
January 24, 2025
When:
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where:
7419 Monterey St
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
7419 Monterey St
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
Don’t miss out on the trivia fun and beer at Promised Land Brewing Company every Friday from 7-9pm.
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“Mystic Pizza” the Musical at Pintello Comedy Theater
January 24, 2025
When:
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Where:
8191 Swanston Lane
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
8191 Swanston Lane
Gilroy, CA 95020 United States
The RomCom that stole hearts in the 80’s is now a jukebox musical at Pintello Comedy Theater. Don’t miss out on the laughs in either January or February.
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