Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival

Presented by the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

Set against a scenic backdrop of the Hecker Pass Outdoor Event Center, adjacent to Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, this long-standing community event brings together classic and custom vehicles, motorcycles, food vendors, beer and wine, live music, and harvest-themed experiences. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking for a great day out, it's a relaxed outdoor celebration of automotive craftsmanship and Gilroy community spirit.

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Classic Cars, Motorcycles, and VIP Showcase Row

A curated lineup of 225 vehicles are the central highlight of this annual event, featuring restored, customized, and preserved cars and motorcycles.

Fun for the Whole Family!

Bring the whole family! Pumpkin activities, a slot car racing track, a petting zoo and a festival raffle. Adult admission is just $10, children aged 10-17 are $5, ages 9 and under are free - and parking is free for everyone!

A Community-Driven Event

Local food, beer and wine—A relaxed, open-air setting with favorite local food vendors and a place to gather. DJ all afternoon—A soundtrack to keep the energy going from open to close. This event naturally brings together car enthusiasts, local businesses, and community members.

A group of people walk through rows of classic cars at Gilroy Gardens

Judging & Awards

All registered vehicles will be eligible for event judging and awards. Best in Show, People's Choice and Best Custom/Modified, with the Best in Show winner featured on next year's official event T-shirt.

3 men smiling, with Best in Show award held by man in the center

About the Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival

The Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival is a beloved South Valley tradition celebrating automotive craftsmanship, local community, and the spirit of the fall harvest season.

Celebrating it's 26th year, the annual event is produced by the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce and made possible each year by dedicated volunteers and community sponsors. Whether you've restored it, customized it, or preserved it for decades, this is your opportunity to showcase your vehicle in front of an engaged and appreciative audience.