Upcoming Events

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Check below for further details about each of our exciting events and to see what fun you can have at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park---the only horticulturally themed amusement park in California! Most events are included with park admission. Listings and dates may be subject to change without notice. Registration forms are PDF format and require Adobe Reader to view. Click here to get Adobe Reader for free. Some files may be large; please give them time to download.

• 2012 Natural Sciences Days Fridays: May 18 & 25 • $15.00 Per Student: Under the guidance of educators, community members, local businesses and organizations, this exciting program offers students the opportunity to experience a full day of learning in multiple disciplines of science. Students participate in different educational activities throughout the day. Plus, the kids will have a chance to experience some of the rides and attractions that are designed to continue the educational process. These are education days only, the Park is not open to the general public. Download a registration form today! view more »
• 2012 Wonders of Water Camp Night May 18, June 22, June 29 & October 12 • Designed in 2011 specifically for the Girl Scouts' 100th Anniversary, this event celebrates Water as the Wonder of Life! Girl Scouts and Brownies can camp overnight, learn about Gilroy Gardens’ extensive irrigation system and take the reservoir hiking challenge OR join us the next morning for Wonders of Water educational activities and patches. Campers are $50 per person, next day participants are $30. Download a Registration Form Now. view more »
• 2012 Salute to Military Heroes May 26 - 28, June 30 - July 4 and September 1 - 3 • Join us in saluting our heroes! Active Duty Military personnel get FREE ADMISSION to the park, on the dates listed above, when presenting an Active Duty Military ID—one complimentary admission per ID. view more »
• 2012 Memorial Day Weekend BBQ May 26 - 28 • Come celebrate with us! The Park will host a special All-You-Can Eat BBQ in the South County Picnic Grove from noon to 2:00pm. Meal Pricing: Online Meal & Admission- $29.99 (all ages), Front Gate Meal Only- $15.00 (ages 11+) and $10.00 (ages 3-10). Members save 20% off Front Gate Meal Only prices, and children 2 and under eat Free. Tickets available in May! view more »
• 2012 CSI Private Education Days Private Days One Week Only: June 4 - 8 • WARNING: This exhibit may bug you! CSI: Crime Scene Insects investigates the fascinating field of forensic entomology, or the use of bugs to help solve crimes. $15.00 Per Student, $5.00 Per Chaperone. Students participate in different educational activities throughout the day. Plus, the kids will have a chance to experience some of the rides and attractions that are designed to continue the educational process. These are education days only, the Park is not open to the general public. Download a registration form today! view more »
• 2012 CSI Public Event Public Event June 9 - July 8 • WARNING: This exhibit may bug you! CSI: Crime Scene Insects investigates the fascinating field of forensic entomology, or the use of bugs to help solve crimes. FREE with Park Admission during Public Operating Days, view public operating dates and times here. view more »
• 2012 Member Guest Days Bring-A-Friend FREE Days! June 11-17, July 23-29, August 13-19, November 3-4 • Members must present their processed 2012 Membership at the turnstile entrance to receive one (1) FREE ticket for a friend. Receive one (1) FREE ticket, per Membership, per day. FREE ticket must be used on day of distribution only. NOT valid with California's Great America Gold Passes. view more »
• 2012 Father's Day Camp Night June 16 • Gilroy Gardens invites the entire family to celebrate Father's Day weekend at the Park. Guests will enter the camp facility on Saturday, enjoy an overnight family camp experience, then enjoy the fun, excitement and learning that you can only get at Gilroy Gardens. Package includes three meals, Park admission, and a special camp activity! Don’t miss out on this exciting experience. Download a registration form today! view more »
• 2012 Independance Day Weekend BBQ June 30 - July 4 • Come celebrate with us! The Park will host a special All-You-Can Eat BBQ in the South County Picnic Grove from noon to 2:00pm. Meal Pricing: Online Meal & Admission- $29.99 (all ages), Front Gate Meal Only- $15.00 (ages 11+) and $10.00 (ages 3-10). Members save 20% off Front Gate Meal Only prices, and children 2 and under eat Free. Tickets available in June! view more »
• 2012 "Dance It Out!" Character Shows July 9 - August 19 • "Dance It Out!" with your favorite characters each week at Lakeside Amphitheater in our new live shows! See Max: July 9-15, Clifford the Big Red Dog: July 16-22, Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!™: July 23-29, Curious George July 30-August 5, Smurfs: August 6-12 and Strawberry Shortcake™: August 13-19. view more »
• 2012 Star Time! July 9 - August 19 • Calling all kids! Are you Gilroy's next big pop idol? Our hosts are looking for a few star-studded kids to join them on stage as they sing some of your favorite songs on the radio. Get ready to show your family and friends what a star you are as Gilroy Gardens presents "Star Time!” view more »
• 2012 Garlic Festival & Gilroy Gardens Camp Night Combo July 28 • We are pleased to host families at Garlic Festival Camp Night in our South County Picnic Grove. Guests receive admission to visit the world-famous Gilroy Garlic Festival on Saturday, camp overnight in our tree-laden camping area, and enjoy the Park on Sunday. This unique camp program is perfect for families and is the ideal location for your child’s first camp experience. Garlic Festival Camp Nights includes three meals, overnight camping, Park admission and Gilroy Garlic Festival admission ticket. Campers are $49.99 per person; $39.99 for season pass holders (ages 3+). Download a registration form today! view more »
• 2012 Labor Day Weekend BBQ September 1 - 3 • Come celebrate with us! The Park will host a special All-You-Can Eat BBQ in the South County Picnic Grove from noon to 2:00pm. Meal Pricing: Online Meal & Admission- $29.99 (all ages), Front Gate Meal Only- $15.00 (ages 11+) and $10.00 (ages 3-10). Members save 20% off Front Gate Meal Only prices, and children 2 and under eat Free. Tickets available in August! view more »
• 2012 Boy/Cub Scout Camp Night September 14 & October 5 • Gather your troops and do something cool with them this year! Bring the troops out to one of the Scout Camp Nights in our South County Picnic Grove! Each Camp Night includes a special patch, educational activities and more. Registration forms coming soon! view more »
• 2012 Halloween Scary Boo! Weekends Only: October 6 - 28 • This season come experience our "Boo Zones", created with children in mind and themed for Halloween! Bring the kids for trick or treating, stop by our "Creepy Critters" petting zoo and much more! view more »
• 2012 Halloween Camp Night October 27 • We are pleased to host families at our 7th Annual Halloween Camp Night! Guests can camp overnight in our South County Picnic Grove on Saturday; then enjoy the Park on Sunday! This unique camp program is perfect for families. Halloween Camp Night includes three full meals, exciting activities, overnight camping and Park admission. Download a registration form today! view more »
• 2012 Lunch with Santa and Peanuts! November 24 & 25 • Come have lunch with Santa and the Peanuts characters in our Events Plaza and get a sneak-peek at our Holiday Lights special event! Two meal times available: 12-1pm or 1-2pm. Meal Pricing: Online Meal & Admission- $29.99 (all ages), Front Gate Meal Only- $15.00 (ages 11+) and $10.00 (ages 3-10). Members save 20% off Front Gate Meal Only prices, and children 2 and under eat Free. Tickets available in November! view more »