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Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 6,499 Google reviews · Garden wedding venue in Gilroy, California
Rides & attractions plus gardens draw crowds at this bustling, family-friendly amusement park.
Plan your tour
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 408-840-7100
- Website gilroygardens.org — most venues book tours right on their site
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am–5 pm |
The setting
“The gardens are gorgeous, with a wide variety of tropical trees and flowers that I never expected to see thriving here.”
What couples say again and again
“The gardens are gorgeous, with a wide variety of tropical trees and flowers that I never expected to see thriving here.”
“The staff was organized, welcoming, and easy to work with, making setup and coordination seamless.”
“It is an incredibly affordable park and perfectly suited for kids and families.”
“The venue is beautiful, well-maintained, and offers a unique atmosphere that made the event feel even more memorable.”
“Ample parking space, which made arrival easy and stress-free.”
From the reviews
Attended their open house as I'm wedding planning. The BEST experience EVER. Loved their food, everyone was so kind and courteous. It was an event to remember. Their vendors are knowledgeable and top notch in their field. I hope to host some events here for my family and I. Definitely returning.
We had the opportunity to provide our photobooth services at Gilroy Gardens for a high school prom, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The venue is beautiful, well-maintained, and offers a unique atmosphere that made the event feel even more memorable.
Getting married at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park comes up for weddings — confirmed on their own site. Two things make the tour worth it. First, see the garden at the time of day and season you'd actually get married — a garden that glows at golden hour in June can look very different at noon in March, so ask what's in bloom for your date and walk the path your guests take from parking to ceremony to reception. Second, bring your real questions: the rain plan (where does the ceremony move, and does it hold everyone?), shade and bugs for a summer afternoon, the catering and bar policy, the music curfew, and exactly what's included — tables, chairs, setup, and teardown are where quotes quietly diverge. Popular garden dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
Corporate events & private parties at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
Reviews and the venue's own info mention corporate events, retreats, or private parties at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park — garden venues often have real weekday availability since weddings claim the weekends. A quick call answers the three things that matter: weekday and off-season rates, whether the space works for your headcount and A/V needs, and what catering is allowed. If your event lands on a Friday or Saturday in wedding season, ask early.
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