Great Garlicky Food
Fire in the hole! The Pyro Chefs of Gourmet Alley are back in business, serving up all your favorite Gilroy Garlic Festival dishes including garlic-laced calamari, scampi, pepper steak sandwiches, garlic fries, garlic bread, and more. You’ll find all kinds of tasty things to eat, both with and without Gilroy’s signature spice.
Refreshing Drinks
There are many ways to stay hydrated at the Gilroy Garlic Festival!
- Visit the Wine Tent to get a souvenir wine glass and enjoy tastings from local wineries
- Stop by the Beer Garden for Budweiser and craft beer options
- Stay cool with soft drinks, bottled water, and other refreshing beverages
Live Entertainment
There’s never a dull moment at the Gilroy Garlic Festival! Check out the Entertainment Stage for a variety of musical acts and local bands. Visit the Gourmet Alley Stage for fun cooking demonstrations and competitions.
Arts & Crafts
Shop and stroll through a colorful assortment of unique artworks, hand-crafted items, fun toys, and great gifts in our carefully curated Arts & Crafts area.
When & Where
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 25, 26 & 27
- 10:00am – 6:00pm
- South County Grove at Gilroy Gardens
3050 Hecker Pass Highway in Gilroy, CA
Daily Garlic Demos
Get hands-on with the heart of the Festival! Join us daily for Garlic Braiding demonstrations at 11am and 1pm, and don’t miss the Garlic Topping demo at 12 noon. These live presentations showcase traditional techniques and give you a closer look at what makes Gilroy the Garlic Capital of the World!
Adult Beverage Options
Enjoy a refreshing selection of beer, seltzer, and more at this year’s Festival! From craft favorites to classic light brews, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss our signature cocktail and the relaxing Wine Garden featuring a curated selection of local wines.
- Happy Dad Hard Seltzer
- Golden Road Mango Cart Wheat Ale
- Michelob ULTRA
- Space Dust IPA
- Estrella Jalisco