Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Gilroy, California

Certified farmers market listed on the California Department of Food and Agriculture statewide certified-market register, current as of July 1, 2026. Market manager: Jerry Lami. Vendor recruitment is handled by the market operator; contact the listed number for stall availability and fees.

Gilroy Downtown Business Association holiday street festival and illuminated parade drawing roughly 14000 shoppers. Vendor booths run alongside Santa's Village a trail of treats two entertainment stages the float contest and the downtown tree lighting. Separate rates for food for-profit non-food and nonprofit vendors.

Summer Thursday-evening concert series in historic downtown Gilroy run by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association. Vendor booths line the closed street alongside live bands. Booth fees are charged per week and artisans get a lower rate than food vendors.

World-famous three-day garlic food festival at the Hecker Pass Outdoor Events Center adjacent to Gilroy Gardens, run by the volunteer Gilroy Garlic Festival Association since 1979 and returned in 2025 after a six-year hiatus. 100+ vendors are accepted, with preference for hand crafted items. Gourmet Alley, culinary competitions, live entertainment and a curated Arts & Crafts area.

Seasonal holiday vendor popup with local artisans and gift makers adjacent to the outlets.

Annual rodeo held in Gilroy each August with a public vendor application. Vendor permits are reviewed and approved by the organizers rather than granted on submission.

Fifth-annual downtown wine and art stroll produced by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association. Twenty-plus local wineries pour at pour stations hosted inside downtown businesses each paired with a featured artist. Local artisan and culinary vendors sell on the street alongside food trucks a community mural silent disco and live chalk art.

Certified farmers market listed on the California Department of Food and Agriculture statewide certified-market register, current as of July 1, 2026. Market manager: Jerry Lami. Vendor recruitment is handled by the market operator; contact the listed number for stall availability and fees.