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 Job Fair Sunday, March 4, 2012 • 11AM - 4PM • Gilroy Gardens offers flexible work schedules, exciting associate events, and multiple opportunities for advancement. Best of all, when you work at the park, you receive FREE ADMISSION to both Gilroy Gardens and Great America! Call (408) 840-7110 for more information. Employment space is limited, and you must be at least 16 years old at the time you apply. Apply Now! view more »
• 2012 Opening Day! Sunday, April 1, 2012 • No foolin'! Gilroy Gardens Family Theme park begins its 2012 Season on April Fool's Day. Mark your calendars now to visit the only horticulturally themed amusement park in California next spring. Check our website often for other exciting events we'll have happening in 2012! And remember...most are included with park admission! view more »
• 2012 Natural Sciences Days Fridays: May 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2012 • $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 Member Guest Days Bring-A-Friend FREE Days! May 12-13, June 11-17, July 23-29, August 13-19, November 3-4, 2012 • 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 Girl Scout Camp Night—Wonders of Water! May 18, June 22 & June 29, 2012 • Designed in 2011 specifically for the Girl Scout 100th Anniversary, this event celebrates Water as the Wonder of Life! 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. Registration forms available in early 2012. view more »
• 2012 Boy/Cub Scout Camp Night September 14 & October 5, 2012 • 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 available in early 2012. view more »
• 2012 Girl Scout/Brownies Camp Night October 12, 2012 • Gather your girl scouts or brownie troops and camp in our South County Picnic Grove! Our fun camp nights include a special Camp Night patch, educational activities and more. Registration forms available in early 2012. view more »
• 2012 Halloween Camp Night October 27, 2012 • 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. 2012 registration forms available after July 2012. view more »