Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival

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Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival

Hosted by the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

Car Registration – Classic Cars, VIP Showcase Row & Motorcycles

The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce presents the 26th Annual Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival, taking place at the Hecker Pass Outdoor Event Center at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park.

This listing is for vehicle registration only. General admission tickets will be announced separately.

Limited to 225 vehicles and 25 VIP Showcase Row placements.

About the Event

The Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival is a long-standing community event celebrating automotive craftsmanship, local businesses, and the fall season.

Set against the backdrop of Hecker Pass, the event brings together classic and custom vehicles, food vendors, beer and wine, music, and harvest-themed experiences—creating a relaxed, outdoor setting where enthusiasts and the community connect.

Whether you’ve restored it, customized it, or preserved it for years, this is your opportunity to showcase your vehicle in front of an engaged audience.

Classic Car Entry

$39.99

Entry into the show with one registered vehicle
Includes official event T-shirt
Participation in the curated car show lineup
Eligible for judging and awards
Limited to 225 vehicles

VIP Showcase Row

$70

Premium, assigned placement within the event
High-visibility positioning in the VIP Showcase Row
Ideal for standout builds, restorations, and featured vehicles
Eligible for judging and awards
Limited to 25 VIP Showcase Row spaces

Motorcycle Entry

$25

Designated motorcycle display area
Inclusion in the curated event layout
Eligible for judging and awards

Judging & Awards

All registered vehicles will be eligible for event judging and awards.

Categories and award details will be announced in advance of the event, with recognition given to standout vehicles across a range of styles and classes.

Best in Show

People’s Choice
Voted on by over 140 guests

Best Custom/Modified Car

Important Reminders

This is not the Show & Shine. This is the official 26th Annual Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival
Vehicle registration includes admission for the driver and one guest only
Additional family members or guests must purchase separate admission tickets
Car placement inside the Hecker Pass Outdoor Event Center is not guaranteed, except for VIP Showcase Row, which includes assigned placement
All attendees must have a purchased ticket unless they hold a valid Premium Pass from Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

Community & Experience

This event naturally brings together car enthusiasts, local businesses, and community members. It’s an opportunity to connect, share the stories behind your vehicle, and be part of a well-attended, high-energy community event.

Registration Details

This ticket is for vehicle registration only and does not include general admission for additional guests
Space is limited and expected to sell out
Event logistics, including load-in times and vehicle placement, will be shared in advance
All vehicles are subject to event guidelines and approval

Contact

For car show registration questions:
Marci Bracco
(831) 747-7455

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities for this year’s Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival are opening soon!

Businesses and community partners will have the opportunity to sponsor featured areas including the pumpkin patch, kids zone, harvest displays, family activities, and more.

For early access, sponsorship questions, or additional information, please email cristina@gilroy.org.

About the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce

The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce works to make Gilroy the best place to live, work, and play by connecting people, supporting local businesses, encouraging community engagement, and helping build a strong local economy.

Through events, partnerships, advocacy, and business support, the Chamber continues to champion Gilroy’s economic vitality while celebrating the people, organizations, and traditions that make the community unique.

Thank You to Our 2025 Presenting Sponsor

Sponsorships to OPEN SOON

Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors

Cristina Cortes

Executive Director

(408) 842-6437

cristina@gilroy.org
Contact for all event inquiries

What is the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce?

We aim to make Gilroy the best place to live, work, and play by:

Connecting people, businesses, and customers.
Making Gilroy a world-class recreation destination.
Helping businesses achieve economic success through technology.
Being kick-a** problem solvers.
Representing the business community’s interests at all levels of government.

The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce is credited with creating cutting-edge initiatives that help the community of Gilroy thrive. We have been the go-to organization for the initial structure and support of key agencies including:

Our focus is on building strong alliances to keep Gilroy one step ahead.

Business is the key driver to building community, and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to ensuring Gilroy’s economic vitality encouraging, supporting and promoting policies that create a business-friendly environment.

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