La Ofrenda Festival 2025
2025-11-01 | Downtown Gilroy, 7490 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA, 95020, United States
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1
La Ofrenda Festival 2025
Dia de Muertos Festival and Wellness Fair – a captivating celebration that weaves together the tapestry of arts, culture, and well-being!
Sat, November 1
Nestled in the heart of Downtown Gilroy, this extraordinary event is more than just a day of festivities; it’s an immersive experience that embraces the essence of Dia de Muertos – a time when families come together to honor their departed loved ones and celebrate the eternal bond between the living and the deceased. With vibrant ofrendas ( altars ) adorned with marigold flowers, moving performances, a community bike ride, and a variety of talented artists, our festival promises an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression on the South County community and beyond.
La Ofrenda Festival is made possible with a Gilroy Elevate the Arts Grant, a program of SVCreates, with support from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the City of Gilroy, and the County of Santa Clara and fiscally Sponsored by Local Color, 501c3.
Rubén Dario Villa
Event Director
laofrendafestival@gmail.com

Heart of Gilroy Wine Stroll
2026-04-18 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026
Heart of Gilroy Wine Stroll
Gilroy Downtown Business Association presents a wonderful event in the heart of Downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a beautiful day in Downtown Gilroy with local wine, art, food, music & more!
HIGHLIGHTS:

Fine artists
Local artists & arts non-profits
Local wine served at Downtown Gilroy pour stations
Gourmet food from local restaurants, food trucks & special guests

MORE INFO

Downtown Live - Summer Music Series
2026-06-18 17:00 - 21:00
Get ready to rock! Downtown Live is back this summer with Thursday night concerts in Downtown Gilroy.
Free, family & pet-friendly, and so much fun!
Voted BEST OUTDOOR EVENT OF 2023 by the Gilroy Dispatch Best of Gilroy Contest.
Thursday nights, June 18- August 13
More info to come!

Downtown Live - Summer Music Series
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Get ready to rock! Downtown Live is back this summer with Thursday night concerts in Downtown Gilroy.
Free, family & pet-friendly, and so much fun!
Voted BEST OUTDOOR EVENT OF 2023 by the Gilroy Dispatch Best of Gilroy Contest.
Thursday nights, June 18 – August 13
More info to come!

Tamale Festival & Car Show
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Tamale Festival & Car Show
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11th Annual Downtown Gilroy Beer Crawl
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
12-5pm
10th Annual Downtown Gilroy Beer Crawl

20+ pour stations with local & regional craft beers
Halloween-themed craft vendors
Costume contest – including pets!
Haunted house
More!

Don’t miss out on a hauntingly good time in Downtown Gilroy
Additional info here

Downtown Gilroy Holiday Festival & Parade
2026-12-05
FREE EVENT
Rain or shine
Family friendly
SCHEDULE:

3:00-5:00pm Live entertainment & activities
5:00pm Gilroy Holiday Parade
6:30pm Tree Lighting

HIGHLIGHTS

Santa’s Village
Grinchville
Holiday Trail of Treats
Prizes & goodies
More!

MORE INFO: https://downtowngilroy.com/events/holidayfestival/
