We are so excited for the Gilroy Garlic Festival 2026! The mission of this Festival is to support local worthy charities and promote the Gilroy community through a quality celebration of Garlic. These goals will be accomplished by showcasing quality food, entertainment and Arts and Crafts.

Our Festival will be located in Hecker Pass Event Center at the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park. Approximately 40 Arts & Crafts vendors will be accepted, with preference given to hand crafted items.

Please read this entire application before submitting your application.

Booth size and fees:

  • 10×10 – $350
  • 10×15 – $525
  • 10×20 – $700

General Application Guidelines

  • Completed application with pictures must be submitted no later than April 30, 2026. Applications can be submitted by email or via the form below.
  • Applicants must submit color photographs of their product(s) and one (1) photo of their booth display with the application.
  • $20 non-refundable application fee is due by April 30. Payment options: Venmo @GilroyGarlicFestivalAssociatio, PayPal: https://paypal.me/gilroygarlicfestival or mailing a check payable to: Gilroy Garlic Festival Association, address: PO Box 2311, Gilroy, CA 95021.
  • The Vendor Committee will screen applicants based on the item description, photos submitted and the mix of vendors. The Committee will select vendors based on quality and diversity of products.

If you have questions, email vendors@gilroygarlicfestival.com before submitting your application.

Dates to Remember

April 30, 2026: Completed application and $20 non-refundable application fee must be submitted.

May 15, 2026: Applicants will be notified via e-mail and/or phone as to whether they are accepted or not.

June 15, 2026: For accepted vendors, booth fee payment is due. No exceptions. Vendor fees will not be refunded if you decide not to participate.

June 30, 2026: All accepted vendors must submit a copy of a valid California State Sales Permit and Certificate of Insurance to the Garlic Festival, via email to vendors@gilroygarlicfestival.com or by mail to Gilroy Garlic Festival, PO Box 2311, Gilroy, CA 95021.

July 5, 2026: Vendor packets with instructions for parking, booth location, setup times, etc will be sent to the email address provided on the application.