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Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

Where fun grows on trees!

Gilroy Gardens is a truly magical wonderland for families with young kids. As you stroll through the park, you'll discover over 40 fun rides and attractions nestled among majestic gardens and over 10,000 trees.

The Holiday Magic is Back

Enjoy all of your favorite holiday traditions as Gilroy Gardens is transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland! Go ice skating under the stars, visit Santa in his workshop, and sing and dance with the Peanuts gang in the live "A Charlie Brown Christmas" musical show. Indulge in a grand holiday feast with all the trimmings and find twinkling light displays throughout the park. Most important, spend time with the people you love most during this magical time of year. Open on select evenings from November 26 through December 31. Admission is FREE for Premium Members.

Rides and Attractions

Many of the rides throughout the park were inspired by the region's agricultural and historic past—from the Mushroom Swing and Garlic Twirl to the Timber Twister and Quicksilver Express Mine Coaster. There are plenty of gentle rides too, like Bulgy the Goldfish and Balloon Flight, for the youngest kids to enjoy. Other favorites include the Illions Supreme Carousel, Bonfante Railroad, and South County Backroads.

At Water Oasis, kids get to splash and play—while grownups kick back and relax in comfy cabanas and Adirondack chairs. Pitch-n-Win features carnival-style games with fun prizes, while The Green Barn is a unique space where families can explore art and nature together. And you can even pilot a Duck or Swan Paddle Boat across Coyote Lake!

Gorgeous Gardens

Be sure to take a stroll through the park's six unique gardens, including the serene Claudia's Garden, the lush Camellia Garden, and the tropical Monarch Garden (housed inside a 60-foot-tall greenhouse).

Circus Trees

The world-famous Circus Trees were originally grafted and shaped by Axel Erlandson in the 1920s, then rescued and replanted by Michael Bonfante. Today, 19 of these incredible living sculptures—including the park's iconic Basket Tree as well as others like the Arch Tree and the Four-Legged Giant—can be found throughout the park. Visit California named the Circus Trees one of the state's "Hidden Gems."

Park Info

For an updated park calendar, ticket and membership pricing, and more information, visit the Gilroy Gardens website.

INSIDER TIP: Premium Members enjoy the ultimate Gilroy Gardens experience all year long with unlimited daytime and nighttime visits, free parking, bring-a-friend-free Fridays, special events like Halloween and Holiday.

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www.gilroygardens.org
408.840.7100
3050 Hecker Pass Hwy | Gilroy, CA 95020

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Gilroy Gardens

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Water Oasis

Enjoy bigger splashes, bigger smiles, and bigger fun at the coolest place to play in Gilroy.

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Bonfante Railroad

Take a relaxing ride around the park through redwood groves and a tropical rainforest.

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South County Backroads

Let the kids take the wheel and explore country roads in vintage classic cars.

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Basket Tree

Get up close with this living masterpiece made up of six sycamore trees carefully hand-woven together.

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Duck and Swan Paddle Boats

Pedal a stately swan or darling duck across a peaceful lake.

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