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01/22/2025

Here's a California Restaurant Month recommendation from Karina, one of our friendly Visit California Welcome Center staff members:

"If you love spicy food, you have to try the Camarones a la Diabla at El Michoacano in Gilroy. The shrimp are cooked perfectly and covered in a smoky, spicy red sauce that's packed with flavor. Served with fluffy rice, refried beans, and warm tortillas, it's a comforting and satisfying meal—with a kick!"



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Looking for authentic Mexican food at affordable prices? Follow the Gilroy Taco Trail! You'll find delicious tacos, burritos, enchiladas, tamales and more at casual taquerias and sit-down restaurants throughout Gilroy.

01/19/2025

What's in a name? In this case, a whole lot of delicious dishes that all have "Gilroy" as part of their name! Celebrate California Restaurant Month and try some of these:

Brew City Burgers: The Gilroy Garlic Burger (with fresh garlic and garlic aioli) and Gilroy Garlic Fries

Eggs and Waffles: The Gilroy Scramble (with tomatoes, chicken-apple sausage, mushrooms, green onions, roasted garlic, and Monterey Jack cheese, topped with avocados and sour cream) and Gilroy Potatoes (with onions, jalapeño and cheddar cheese, topped with sour cream and garlic aioli)

Old City Hall: Gilroy Roasted Garlic (large local garlic bulbs, roasted and served with balsamic vinegar and crostini)

Pop's Public House: The Gilroy Garlic Burger (with Swiss cheese and roasted garlic aioli and garlic butter on a garlic bread-style bun)

Sushi Omakase : The Gilroy Roll (a baked roll with fresh salmon and spicy tuna on a crab-avocado roll with unagi and Gilroy sauce)

The West Side Grill: Classic Gilroy Garlic Fries



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01/17/2025

Want to add some thrills and chills to your Saturday night? Reserve a spot now for the Murder Mystery Dinner at Tempo Kitchen & Bar this Saturday (1/18). When someone drops dead during your meal, you and your table will have to put your heads together to interrogate suspects, gather clues, and hunt down the killer. It's murderously good fun for all!



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01/16/2025

If you explore the Gilroy Taco Trail, you'll discover a lot more than just tacos! The 25+ Mexican restaurants in Gilroy serve up a wide range of regional flavors and specialty dishes that are worth a try. Read our blog to learn more (but be warned: this WILL make you hungry...)



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01/10/2025

Dining out is divine in Downtown Gilroy! From the iconic Old City Hall to the lively Tempo Kitchen & Bar...casual spots like Garlic City Café and Cafe 152 Bread Co.....and authentic Mexican food at Carnitas Michoacan, Cielito Lindo Restaurant, and Los Pericos Taqueria, you'll find delicious meals up and down historic Monterey Street.

Don't forget to top it all off with a stop at Savvy's Downtown Sweets for some good old-fashioned ice cream and nostalgic candy!

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01/07/2025

We take our Mexican food pretty seriously here in Gilroy! Download a copy of the Gilroy Taco Trail map and discover over 25 restaurants and taquerias serving up authentic, affordable and truly amazing Mexican food.

Just a small sampling of local favorites include:
🌟 Cielito Lindo: Known for sizzling fajitas and creamy guacamole
🌟 Carnitas Michoacan: Home of the juiciest carnitas and flavorful tacos
🌟 El Michoacano Restaurant: A go-to spot for seafood dishes and cocktails
🌟 Tacos Ameca: Famous for tacos al pastor and refreshing aguas frescas
🌟 El Charrito Market: A hidden gem for homemade burritos and tamales
🌟 Super Taqueria: Beloved for their massive Giant Super burritos

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01/02/2025

Are the kids getting a little squirrely over the holiday break? Come on out to play at Gilroy Gardens! The park is open every day this week from 1pm-9pm. Bring the whole family to enjoy all the exciting rides and gorgeous gardens as well as holiday lights, ice skating, and festive fun during the last few days of North Pole Nights.

But hurry, the park will close for the winter season after Sunday, January 5!



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01/01/2025

Happy New Year—and happy start of California Restaurant Month! Throughout January, we'll be featuring some of our favorite places to eat here in Gilroy.

We're still the Garlic Capital of the World, of course, but you'll find there are many more culinary adventures in Gilroy beyond our signature spice. Book a budget-friendly hotel room today and treat yourself to a gastronomical getaway to Gilroy!



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12/28/2024

This weekend in Gilroy, savor the last days of 2024 with award-winning wines in the cozy comfort of an indoor tasting room along the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail. A perfect way to unwind and toast to the new year!

Kirigin Cellars
Solis Winery
Fortino Winery
DeRose Tasting Room San Martin

12/28/2024

Come out to celebrate New Year's Eve in Gilroy! Here are just a few of the special events we've got going on to welcome in 2025:

🎆 Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park: New Year's Eve Dance Party, North Pole Nights, and a fantastic fireworks show at midnight
🎉 Pintello Comedy Theater: New Year's Eve Bash featuring "Don't You Wish?!" musical r***e, catering by The West Side Grill, and DJ dancing
🍾 Old City Hall Restaurant: Dancing, party favors, snacks and a champagne toast at midnight
🎭 Tempo Kitchen & Bar: Four-course dinner, live music from Classic Connection, and dancing with DJ St. Christopher
🥂 Pop's Public House: DJ Bingo from 5-7pm, Karaoke from 7-10pm, DJ Daniel and dancing from 10pm-12:30am (group reservations encouraged)

Check the Visit Gilroy Event Calendar for more details.



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12/28/2024

Invite your family and friends to celebrate the new year in Gilroy. Great times at Tempo and a free hotel room at Best Western!

🎉 Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Tempo! 🎶✨

Ring in the new year with an unforgettable night of great food, live music, dancing and UNBELIVABLE deals! 🍽️🎸💃

CHOOSE FROM TWO AMAZING PROMOS:
30% OFF when you buy 2 New Year’s Dinner & Party Packages – SAVE over $100 or get a FREE HOTEL ROOM at BEST WESTERN IN GILROY – OVER $150 IN SAVINGS! 🎉

Get your tickets here: https://www.tempokb.com/event-details-registration/new-years-eve-dinner-party-2

Live Music from Classic Connection Band + DJ St. Christopher + Delicious Dinner + Amazing Atmosphere! 😍

Don’t miss out – reserve your spot today and make this New Year’s Eve one to remember! Buy your tickets NOW before it's too late! 🌟

12/27/2024

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Gilroy!

🎉 Tempo Kitchen & Bar:
Four-course dinner, live music from Classic Connection, and dancing with DJ St. Christopher. Reserve now for an exclusive NYE dinner plus the after party, or just come for the dancing and champagne toast and the Portuguese tradition of Midnight Soup! Multiple ticket options.

🎆 Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park:
Savor the last days of the theme park's 2024 operating
season! NYE Dance Party, North Pole Nights fun, and a
fantastic fireworks show at midnight. Open 4PM-Midnight.
See website for admission details.

🎭 Pintello Comedy Theater : Annual New Year's Eve Bash featuring "Don't You Wish?!" musical r***e, catering by The West Side Grill , and DJ dancing into the night!
Reserve tickets now.

🍾 Old City Hall : Dancing, party favors, snacks and a champagne toast at midnight.
Reserve for a Prime Rib or Lobster dinner, served 4-9 pm, and a ticketed party with Crooner Ed and DJ Parker.

🥂 Pop's Public House : Festivities begin with DJ Bingo
from 5-7pm, Karaoke from 7-10pm and carry on with dancing led by
DJ Daniel from 10pm-12:30am. Reservations encouraged.

Check the Visit Gilroy Event Calendar for more details.

12/26/2024

Christmas may be over at your house, but the North Pole Nights magic continues at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park through January 5! The park is open daily from 1-9pm and on New Year's Eve from 4pm-Midnight.



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12/25/2024

May your holidays be merry and bright! 🌟
We hope to see you in 2025! 🎉

12/19/2024

Nobody panic, but there is just ONE WEEK left before Christmas!! 😲

Fortunately for any last-minute shoppers out there, Gilroy Premium Outlets has extended holiday hours, including Christmas Eve:

• Wed 12/18: 10am-9pm
• Thu 12/19: 10am-9pm
• Fri 12/20: 10am - 9pm
• Sat 12/21: 10am - 9pm
• Sun 12/22: 11am - 7pm
• Mon 12/23: 10am - 9pm
• Tue 12/24: 10am - 6pm

And don't forget—we've got great holiday gifts from Gilroy and the Golden State here in the California Welcome Center Gilroy (in Gilroy Premium Outlets Building A, near Forever 21).



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12/13/2024

Make all your holiday wishes come true during North Pole Nights at Gilroy Gardens. Bring the whole family out to enjoy sparkling lights, live musical shows, fun rides, ice skating under the stars, and festive food and drink throughout the park. Don't miss out on the magic! Now open daily through 12/23 and 12/26-31.



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12/12/2024

From the Holiday Market at Fortino Winery and a Holiday Sip & Shop at Verde Vineyards to live music at Solis Winery, Satori Cellars, and Clos LaChance Wines, there are many ways to celebrate the holiday season along the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail this weekend!

Check the Visit Gilroy Event Calendar or contact wineries for details.



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12/09/2024

Holiday shopping should be fun, not stressful! Stay away from the big-city traffic and find great gifts for everyone on your list right here in Gilroy. You'll discover super savings on all your favorite brands at Gilroy Premium Outlets...a great selection of gifts at the big stores of Gilroy Crossing and Pacheco Pass Center...and unique, one-of-a-kind treasures at the antique stores and boutiques in historic downtown Gilroy.



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