Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival

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.

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 Registration – $25

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

The Garlic City Car Show & Harvest Festival is a long-standing community event hosted by the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce 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.

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

Award Categories

🏆 Best in Show

🏆 People’s Choice

🏆 Best Custom/Modified Car

• 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

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.

• 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

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

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