Gilroy Garlic Festival

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Enjoy live musical performances, cooking competitions, dance performances, and chef demonstrations. You can learn new recipes and cooking techniques or attend an interactive dance workshop. The chef will also provide garlic pairing tips and preservation methods.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

Guests will find on-site restrooms and porta-potties. The whole event is centered on foods infused with garlic, and guests can dine on the buffet-style food selections prepared by the chef. Refreshing beverages are also available.

LOCATION

Gilroy Garlic Festival Gilroy Presbyterian Church 6000 Miller Avenue Gilroy, CA 95020 The church parking lot is paved, but grassy areas around the property could become muddy if it rains, so plan accordingly.

LINEUP

2024 line up TBA

RVING AT THE EVENT

You can't RV camp at the Gilroy Presbyterian Church, where the Gilroy Garlic Festival will be held. However, there are several nearby RV resorts, campgrounds, and parks with superb amenities.

If you don't own an RV, you can find many terrific RV rentals in Gilroy through RVshare.

Here are some of the RV campgrounds, resorts, and parks we recommend:

• Uvas Pines RV Park offers RV sites with water, sewage, and electrical hookups; there is a two-vehicle maximum per site. The property amenities include a laundry room, clean restrooms and showers, a dog park, and walking trails.

• Gilroy Garlic USA RV Park provides RV sites with 30- and 50-amp electrical connections and water hookups. The park's amenities include bathrooms, a swimming pool, a laundry room, Wi-Fi, a mini store, and propane sales.

Here are some tips for RVers attending the Gilroy Garlic Festival:

• Check weather predictions for the days you'll be in Gilroy and pack accordingly. The California temperatures can become quite hot during the summer, and you'll need weather-appropriate clothing and shoes.

• Fully stock your RV with everything you might need while camping. Traffic in the area can become heavy during peak hours.

• Book your RV site in advance to ensure you get your preferred spot. Campgrounds, resorts, and parks can fill quickly in the weeks leading up to the Gilroy Garlic Festival.

• Check the pet policy for your preferred camping venue, as some campgrounds have pet restrictions. You can't bring your pets to the Gilroy Garlic Festival, so you should make arrangements for dog walking or doggie daycare.

WHERE TO STAY

Sometimes, travelers want to stay in a hotel whether they want a break from their RV or want something a little more luxurious. Gilroy has many high-caliber hotels offering the comforts of home. Here are some of our hotel recommendations:

• Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy offers well-appointed guestrooms with beautiful designs and modern furnishings. The hotel amenities include connecting guestrooms, free Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant, a fitness center, meeting rooms, an outdoor pool, and a business center.

• Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy offers quaint guestrooms and suites with modern furnishings and comfortable beds. The hotel amenities include free parking and Wi-Fi, streaming entertainment, a fitness center, a business center, meeting rooms, and an outdoor pool.

HOW TO GET THERE

From San Jose Mineta International Airport: Head west on Skyport Drive toward Airport Blvd. Use the right lane to turn slightly right onto Airport Parkway. Turn right onto Matrix Blvd/Technology Place. Keep left to stay on Matrix Blvd/Technology Place. Merge onto US-101 South. Turn right onto Mesa Road. Turn right onto Santa Teresa Blvd. Turn left onto Thomas Road. Turn right at the first cross street onto Mesa Road. Continue onto Miller Avenue. Turn right. Turn right, and the Gilroy Garlic Festival will be on the left. From Monterey Bay: Head east on West Franklin Street toward Alvarado Street. Turn left onto Washington Street. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto Del Monte Avenue. Turn right toward English Avenue. Take a slight right to merge onto CA-1 North/Cabrillo Highway. Merge onto CA-1 North/Cabrillo Highway. Use the right two lanes to turn slightly right onto CA-156 East. Keep left to stay on CA-156 East, and follow the signs for US-101 North. Take a slight right to merge onto CA-156 East/US-101 North toward Hollister /San Francisco. Merge onto CA-156 East/US 101 North. Take the exit toward Monterey Street/Gilroy. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Monterey Road. Turn left onto West Luchessa Avenue. At the traffic circle, take the second exit onto Thomas Road. Turn right onto Miller Avenue. Turn right. Turn right, and the Gilroy Garlic Festival will be on the left.

PARKING

Free parking is available at the venue, and volunteers direct traffic into the parking lot.

TICKETS & PRICING

Adults: $25 for early bird tickets; $15 for general admission Children: $10 Seniors: $19 Military: $10 with military ID Children 5 and under: Free Carnival unlimited ride wristbands: $35 Buy early bird tickets online and general admission tickets at the gate.

WRAP UP

The 2025 Gilroy Garlic Festival is a wonderful celebration of the community of Gilroy and high-quality garlic. You'll experience live music, delicious food, and fun activities during the three-day event. Stay up to date about the Gilroy Garlic Festival by following the Gilroy Garlic Festival Association on Facebook.

Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page.

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