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Member Bring-A-Friend
Fall Daytime Special!
Premium and Value Card Members can share all the fun, and excitement with our special Bring-A-Friend discounts on daytime admission tickets for just $30 per friend.
The BOO is Back!
Fri-Sun Nights Sept 27 - Nov 2
As the sun sets, a mysterious glow illuminates the gardens in this 'spooky but not too scary' Halloween event.
Petting Zoo
Sat & Sun until Nov 3
Back again…meet our marvelous mini creatures. Goats, ducks, chickens, rabbits and pigs, all sized just for the little ones.
Premium Bring-A-Friend
Friday Nights
Share the fun with a friend every Friday of Halloween and Holiday. Simply present your Premium Card to receive one FREE admission for one lucky friend.
Job Fairs
Every Wed & Thurs
Learn new skills, make new friends, explore different career paths, and more! Visit our Human Resource office any Wednesday or Thursday 10am-6pm to interview! Must be at least 16 years old to apply.
Park Information
About Our Nonprofit
Our Mission and Vision
Michael Bonfante is the park's creator and builder. It was his vision, love for plants and trees that inspired the park's design landscaping and attractions. Today we aspire to continue Michael's dream and park mission.
Educational Programs
It's a place where kids can learn and grow, and where fun grows on trees! We have many educational programs available designed specifically with children in mind.
Support Us
Become a volunteer, get a park membership, or donate to the park. Help us support learning disguised as fun.
Request a Donation
Gilroy Gardens has a strong commitment to support our local community and are proud to support other nonprofits with ticket donations.
Park History
The park has come a long way since it's earliest days. From the rescuing of the world-famous Circus Trees, to the opening of Hecker Pass...A Family Adventure, to originally opening as Bonfante Gardens Theme Park and then finally continuing on as Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park.