- TripBuzz found 125 things to do with kids in or near Gilroy, California, including 110 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morgan Hill, Salinas, Hollister and Aptos.
- From Predator's Archery to Maggi Stables, the Gilroy area offers 93 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Horseback Riding and Playgrounds.
- Known for its abundant garlic crop, the city of Gilroy, California hosts its annual Gilroy Garlic Festival, attracting tourists from all over to sample their unique garlic ice cream and other interesting items. The city is also a large boutique wine producer and is home to estate wineries throughout the area. The cities natural landscape is breathtaking, with rolling green hills and stately trees.
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            Based in Santa Cruz, California, Roaring Camp Railroads offers a variety of railroad tours, exhibits and activities. It is famous for its magnificent Chanukah and Christmas displays. Tours during holiday season sell out quickly, and advance reservations are highly recommended.        
    
    
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            Located in Los Gatos, CA, the Oak Meadow Park is a centrally locted 12-acre park. The park features a large grassy area and playground with carousal. Courts for playing bocci ball are featured at the site.        
    
    
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                Vasona Lake County Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
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            Sponsored by Santa Clara County Parks, the Fantasy of Lights is a seasonal light display that goes up each Christmas season. The display features a wide array of elaborate light displays, and visitors can drive through.        
    
    
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            With only two screens and with leather seats and ottomans, Los Gatos Theatre is a small movie theater with the feel of a large home theater. There is a concessions stand and a patio and wet bar area.        
    
    
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                233 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
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            Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad & Bill Mason Carousel was founded in 1968 and exists as a means to preserve and maintain the history of railroads while educating persons entering the work force on what it takes to succeed.        
    
    
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            Marina Equestrian Center is a 5,000 acre public park and equestrian center. The center offers self-care boarding for horses, featuring two arenas, a round pen, wash rack, storage room, and 30 pastures.        
    
    
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                100 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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            Adults and children with an interest in marine ecosystems must not miss the opportunity to visit the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. It is an active research institution and a public outreach facility dedicated to helping the community understand the importance of preserving marine environments.        
    
    
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            Four miles of ocean beachfront with views of Monterey Bay are offered at the Fort Ord Dunes State Park. Visitors can also access a 1,500-foot trail, a boardwalk with viewing platform, and eight educational panels throughout the pakr.        
    
    
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            Affiliated with the California State University at Monterey Bay, Csumb Outdoor Recreation leads a variety of outdoor sports excursions, including rock climbing, camping, backpacking, hiking, cycling, and an array of others.        
    
    
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            The World Theater is a 446-seat center for the performing arts that houses a professional live entertainment program. The facility also holds concerts that are put on by local community groups.