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Gilroy Residents Get 60% OFF Front Gate Admission
A Special Discount for
Gilroy Residents!
As a Gilroy resident, Gilroy Gardens is like your very own backyard playground—and we’d love to welcome you to this magical place where fun grows on trees!
Gilroy residents can visit ANY DAY during 2026 and pay just $26 for admission (that’s 60% off regular price!). Must show proof of Gilroy residency (95020 or 95021).
Offer valid at Front Gate only.
Gilroy Residents Weekends
During Gilroy Residents Weekends, Gilroy residents can enjoy discounted admission for just $12 and parking for $12 on select weekends for the following Signature Events below.
ALL-NEW Voyage to the Islands
Dates: 5/2 - 5/3
Celebrate the rich culture, flavors and traditions of the Polynesian Islands during this all-new event! Discover authentic island foods, live music, cultural performances, and fun crafts and creative activities for kids.
Cherry Jubilee
Dates: 6/5 - 6/7
This award-winning festival, recognized with the IAAPA Brass Ring Excellence Award for Best New Food & Beverage Special Event or Festival, features mouthwatering cherry-infused delights, live entertainment and more!
Carnival Nights
Dates: 8/15 - 8/16
Experience dazzling performances and fabulous fun for the whole family! Discover magic shows, juggling acts, balloon artists, carnival games, specialty food and drinks—and all your favorite rides lit up at night.
The Great Big BOO!
Dates: 9/25 - 9/27
Come in costume and follow the BOO Trail trick-or-treating stations throughout the park. This is a FREE, safe, & family-friendly experience for all ages to collect candy throughout Boo Alley!
North Pole Nights
Dates: 11/21 - 11/22
This extraordinary experience includes jolly characters, fun live shows, ice skating under the stars, festive food and drinks, magical light displays and much, much more!
National Garlic Day + Christopher Ranch
Don’t miss this one-day only celebration! Join us on April 19th as we partner with Christopher Ranch for a flavorful National Garlic Day you won’t want to miss. Here’s what’s happening in park:
- 12pm-1pm: Head to Lakeside Amphitheater for a special live reading of Elephant Garlic by Ken Christopher. You’ll also receive a FREE copy of the book and FREE garlic to take home!
- 1:30pm-4:30pm: Stay for a royal experience at the Garlic Queen Pageant at Lakeside Amphitheater.
- Visit Events Plaza for FREE garlic bread, garlic ice cream, and garlic spread served by The Garlic Festival Association. Be sure to try out limited-time garlic specialties while they last.
- Don’t miss your chance to meet everyone’s favorite garlic duo, Gil & Roy!
Come hungry and stay for it all!
Members Keep the Magic Growing
Planning on visiting more than once? Become a 2026 Premium Member and enjoy unlimited visits and all signature events plus FREE parking, in-park discounts, and more!
All Memberships support our nonprofit educational mission.
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