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    Lemos Farm

    3.5 (580 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Sue S.

    IMHO I've always wanted to see what was inside Lemos Farms. One can't miss seeing the Lemos horse that is always decorated for seasonal events and holidays, when driving down Hwy. 92. It appears that there is only one in-and-out entrance to the farm, which could prove to be a challenge especially during the Halloween event. Somehow, we made it in and found parking in their lot. What surprised me was the admission price to enter the properties' activities. For an adult, the price is $17. You can buy gold and silver passes which offer more activities. The kind lady at the ticket booth explained that the ticket covers your basic rides, which in hindsight seems like a good idea. I've been to another pumpkin patch in Morgan Hill that doesn't charge admission but does for its rides, but you get to choose your activity. I've probably spent the same amount as what Lemos is asking. However, we chose not to stay and left. At the time we arrived, it was very crowded and I'm sure lines for the rides would be long as well. We just wanted to take pictures of the Halloween and pumpkin decorations, and paying $17 each to do that wasn't going to happen. I'm sure it was lovely, but I won't really know.

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    Alex V.

    Cute and fun but very pricey. I came with my family during the month of September where you get a discount but its only a few dollars ($3 off childs admission and $2 off adult admission) It was still crowded because we came on a weekend but we thought we'd beat the october rush. It was cute but so small for the cost. We finished everything very quickly, train ride had the longest line but it moved fast because they were operating 3 at a time. We love the pumpkin options. The haunted house can be done with the lights turned on for toddlers or small kids. The goats were adorable but they try to chew everything, including hair and clothes. My son wanted to try mini donuts but they had already sold out by 10:45am. We like the balloons at the face painting booth but they are pre-made but we had to wait for all the faces to be painted to get pur balloon because it was all being done by one person.

    Bindi S.

    Such a cute place. Went here for a kids birthday party. The location was absolutely beautiful nestled in the hills. There were vumping cars, goats, horse rides, a train, haunted house and a hay ride. I have heard its even better during halloween time with a pumpkin patch. Adults can get bored after an hour or so but its perfect for kids and parties.

    A future equestrian
    Nohemy C.

    My kid kept asking about this place even though it had been months since we went. In mid January for their reopening, it was much quieter than it wad during fall rush. Though we still paid close to $60 for admission, now we had more time and space to have him ride ponies three times, hay ride, and train. Though they still need to update their caricatures on the train trail, my train obsessed kid was loving it. During the off season they also let you (adult) take the pony around 3 times with your kid. My kid was a fan of this, too. It doesn't look as pretty as it does with all the pumpkins, but I loved how there were not a lot of people so we got to enjoy everything more, including petting all the goats. The staff are super friendly and we found that showing up at 10 am when they open is the best!

    Strawberry and Pumpkin Spice ice cream
    Caroline B.

    I highly recommend at least experiencing this place once. There's plenty to do for the kids from pony rides, playground, inflatable slide, haunted house, corn maze, goat feeds, and much more. I was surprised that they had clean restrooms (not portable), definitely a plus. I will have to disagree with their "scary and not scary" haunted house. I entered the "not scary" haunted house and was also told by one of their employees that it wasn't scary at all. Some kiddos in my party were scared including my own. I probably wouldn't re-enter the haunted house again if I ever returned here. The place gets packed but the lines did move fairly fast for the Hay and train rides we rode. My party enjoyed it but I would've been more impressed if there were better scenery for the Hay Ride. Great photo ops for Fall and yummy pumpkin spice ice cream!

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    Eduardo G.

    Really nice place for everyone to enjoy ! Feeding baby goats was the best part I little over priced for kids I have to say that ! The place is small and it would be nice if they would consider lowering their prices a little

    Kai W.

    Rounding up from a 3.5 stars. Nice place to visit once for younger children. But once you've spent an hour or two here you've pretty much exhausted everything that can be done here. Get here early as the half moon bay traffic later in the day can make getting in and out of their driveway rather challenging. Would recommend to also dress in layers, it can be quite cool and breezy in the shade, but can also get quite warm when out in the sun. We liked the gemstone panning and the tractor ride. The inflatable slide and the electric cars were really fun as well. Yes the children's tickets can be pricey, but still worth a try at least once.

    Chunichi C.

    I took my 1-year-old to Lemos Farm Pumpkin Patch, and overall, it was an OK experience. They had a lot of activities, but my little one was too small for most of them. We did enjoy the train ride, hayride, play area, and, of course, the pumpkin patch. The train ride, while fun, was very brief. They drove a bit fast, which made it hard to enjoy the scenery. It goes through a makeshift town, and I think it would be much better if they slowed down and maybe added a narrative. That would make it more engaging for everyone, especially little kids. One highlight was the goats! My son loved feeding them and even got to go inside the pen to play. It was a nice interactive experience that he enjoyed. For older kids, there were other activities like pony rides, Jeep power wheels, a bouncy house, and a slide, but these were more for kids a bit bigger than mine. In general, it's a good spot for kids, especially if they're a bit older. For a 1-year-old, the options are more limited, but it was still a pleasant visit.

    Jasmine C.

    A few of my friends told about this place and saw it on instagram. This is a cute pumpkin patch. Good for photo ops and good for kids. You have to pay to get inside. If you come after Halloween, the price goes down and it's less crowded. The kids ticket included hay ride, train ride, pony ride, haunted house, and goat petting zoo. They also offer birthday parties here.

    Jasa M.

    everything about this pumpkin patch was soooo cutesy! i know it gets super busy on weekends, so we opted to go on a weekday and got to do every activity offered without waiting. we ended up getting the gold pass for my two year old daughter and i believe it was well worth the price since all the activities were unlimited. she had so much fun on the pony ride and got to do that twice! there's also a lot of places to take those cute fall photos and pumpkins everywhere!! loved it here :)

    Rhett B.

    We had such a wonderful time at Lemos Farm with my daughter! This place truly captures the magic of autumn on the coast. The pumpkin patch was beautifully decorated and had that classic farm charm we were hoping for. My daughter's eyes lit up during the pony rides the staff was so patient and gentle with the kids. The mini train ride was a huge hit too, chugging around the property while she waved at other families. We spent ages feeding the goats, which had her giggling nonstop when they nibbled treats from her tiny hands. The bounce castles were perfect for burning off some energy, and the hay ride gave us a nice tour of the farm while enjoying the crisp ocean breeze. Everything felt safe and well-maintained, and the staff clearly loves working with families. What I appreciated most was how many activities were included we easily spent 3-4 hours there without feeling rushed. The pumpkins were gorgeous too, and we found the perfect one to take home. Lemos Farm delivers exactly what you'd want from a family pumpkin patch experience. We'll definitely be back next year - it's become our new fall tradition!

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    Priscilla D.

    It was our first time coming here. The children loved it. Fairly clean for the most part and a lot of attractions for everyone. I appreciated the staff turning on the lights for the toddlers to go through the haunted house to make it less scary. The kids loved the train and hay rides and my daughter loved the pony rides. The younger son spent most of his time in the bounce house and play structures.

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    Jay P.

    Fun farm on the way to Halfmoon bay, it's on the right side of the freeway and you'll often see large painted signs advertising pony rides. It's larger than it looks and extends in pretty deep. Parking is in back and the lot is very large. They do rent out for events and organizations, we came for my youngest school event and we had the whole place to ourselves. They have goats in a pen and when we went there was a cute baby goat that was wandering around. Even though it was a closed even they also had goat-yoga near the front. For the kids there is plenty to do and you can easily spend an hour here. Bounce houses, pony rides, a coin-op construction vehicle you can pick up dirt with, ATV "power-wheels", haunted house, train ride, and a hay ride in the back of a truck.

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    Ask the Community - Lemos Farm

    Do they only have porter potties here?

    No. There are regular bathrooms as well

    Could you buy tickets in person?

    Yes they have a ticket booth there! But for busy holiday weekends I would suggest buying them online ahead of time so you can secure a spot.

    Do you have to buy passes for everyone or is there a separate ticket for entry and you buy only the rides you want? Online there are only passes but in past years you could buy each ride separately. Thanks!

    Howdy! Admission Farm Passes at the farm will grant you entry to the farm as well as access to unlimited riding on most rides/activities. There is a Gold and Silver Pass option for kids. And there is an Adult Pass for all adults. There are… 

    Is there same day re entry or in and out privilege?

    Yes, they will give you a wrist band at entry. As long as you keep the wrist band, you're good to leave and come back.

    My husband and I are taking our 5 year old. We bought tickets for our child, and 1 adult (instead of 2 adults), as we dont plan on having both adults accompany our toddler on each ride. Do we still need to purchase tickets for 2 adults for admission?

    Yes. You will need a ticket to enter. Unless someone is staying in the car, you'll need two tickets.

    Planning to purchase tickets. Anyone know about their refund/exchange policy? Pending on a family members condition, we may not be able to make it.

    Their website says all sales final and non refundable, but they are pretty flexible with changing it to another day or another person. Even if you buy online, you still have to go to the ticket booth for the wristband, so the wristband can be… 

    I bought tickets but can't go. Are the tickets transferrable? Can I give them to a friend?

    They just scanned our QR codes at the entrance so I assume if you can give that to a friend then they can enter. They did not check IDs/names associated with the purchase.

    I thought I bought tickets but didn't get a confirmation and now the website says sold out. Can I purchase tickets when we arrive? It's a two hour drive so I wanted to confirm.

    Anyone have any luck with their refund request?

    If you are in need of a refund please email us and we’d be happy to fulfill your request.

    Is this dog friendly?

    Nope

    Only was a able to buy 2 tickets online, I need one more ticket for my 3rd kid can I buy one at the door?

    Yes, you may purchase the additional kids pass at our ticket booth here on the farm.

    Is this open these days?

    Lemos Farm is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm.

    I might have missed it somehow, but is it appointment only or can we just walk-in? Thank you!

    You may either reserve your tickets ahead of time online, or walk-in to purchase tickets here when you arrive.

    Is this for October only?

    Lemos Farm is open all year round on weekends. Our website has more information such as our calendar and list of activities to help plan your trip.

    Is it open during week days? I'm confused because their website says weekend and Yelp says everyday of the week

    After the month of October ends, it will only be open on weekends. It's open all year long.

    What are the prices? Adults and big kids? I'm confused 😐

    Adults is $10 and the kids are $25. But if you feel tight for money you can just walk in and pay for each ride separately. The kids gold package for $25 gives you unlimited rides (train, hayride, pony ride, slide, and bumper cars) and the $10 for… 

    I see COVID protocols on their site, but are they being enforced? We go every year, but we don't want to pay the money and end up leaving because of unsafe guests wrecking it for our kids.

    Not going to lie, we went 2 weeks ago, and... well... no one enforced any social distancing, mask wearing, etc. It really is up to you to try and avoid others as much as possible. There's some high-contact areas like the pumpkins and the goat… 

    Are we allowed to bring alcoholic beverages for the adults at the picnic table?

    The farm does not permit alcohol on the premises.

    Is there food available for purchase?

    Yes there is a limited menu of food but more of the snackish variety (is nachos & cheese a lunch?). Do bring a few dollars more for their splendid pumpkin pie.

    Is it pet friendly?

    They encourage not to bring dogs because they might frighten the ponies.

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    My daughter's eyes lit up during the pony rides the staff was so patient and gentle with the kids.

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    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

    4.1
    (2.3k reviews)
    41.6 mi

    We took my daughter to The Boardwalk for my daughter's 8th birthday. It was a beautiful day and…read moreeveryone was outside. We were lucky enough to find parking rather quickly. We spent the day walking around, riding rides, playing games and eating great food! We can't wait to go back!!!!

    THE BEACH BOARDWALK -- 10/10, MY WALLET IS STILL MAD ABOUT IT…read more This place was a damn good time. The Beach Boardwalk basically has everything you need for a day of questionable financial decisions, excellent food, and wondering why you thought you needed to ride THAT particular ride after eating. I stopped and had a Tide Pod beer -- obviously NOT an actual Tide Pod, because apparently we're supposed to be responsible adults now -- but that beer was cold, refreshing, and hit the damn spot. Then I found an Oreo funnel cake... and HOLY HELL. That thing was FANTASTIC. Crispy, sweet, loaded with Oreo goodness, and exactly the kind of food that makes you completely forget that you were supposed to be making responsible choices. I don't know who came up with the idea of putting Oreos on a funnel cake, but that person deserves a damn trophy. And then there were the sea lions! Those guys were putting on their own show, barking and carrying on like they were the headliners and WE were the tourists. Meanwhile, I've got my APBT service dog standing there looking at them like, "So THESE are the weird dogs everyone keeps talking about?" I swear my pit bull and those sea lions were having a silent conversation. The sea lions were making all kinds of noise, my dog was watching them like they had completely lost their minds, and I was standing there thinking, "Great... now my dog thinks he's at a family reunion." ‍ I also had my APBT service dog with me, and once we got him a wristband identifying him as a service dog, he was welcomed and had no problems being with us. ‍ I really appreciated that. Being able to take my service dog somewhere and actually enjoy myself without any unnecessary hassle makes the experience THAT much better. The whole place had that classic boardwalk vibe -- people everywhere, rides, food, noise, sea lions, dogs that aren't dogs, and enough temptation to make your wallet start sweating before you even realize you've spent money. Honestly, I had a BLAST. The beer was good, the Oreo funnel cake was freaking fantastic, the sea lions were hilarious, my pit bull was welcomed, and now I already want to go back. Would absolutely return. 10/10. My only complaint is that my stomach has apparently filed a formal complaint against my decision-making skills. beer and funnel cake. Now excuse me while I go see if I can find another Oreo funnel cake before my dog and the sea lions get there fight over the one in trying to enjoy.

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    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.
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    Children's Fairyland

    Children's Fairyland

    4.0
    (652 reviews)
    24.1 mi
    Not-for-profit
    Kid friendly

    My 7-year old LOVED this place, so that alone makes it 5 stars. For me personally, I'd say 3…read morestars, when factoring in its easy location and not having to wait in lines. So let's preface this with, my daughter corresponds with her "very own fairy" (aka. me--a very involved parent who also celebrates her half birthday, commits to elaborate elf on the shelf surprises for a prolonged period each year, is her Girl Scouts troop leader, etc.). She's been asking her fairy to take her to Neverland. The fairy responded "not yet", and instead supplied what my daughter referred to as "free" tickets" (online $20/pp, or $139/annual which includes an adult and 3 kids) to Fairyland the next day. We took the Bart to 19th St Oakland from San Francisco, which was SUPER convenient (daughter loves the train, and I hate driving in traffic), thought a bit of a walk in the Oakland heat/humidity. Also the lake that it's located on, absolutely reeks of sewage--I don't understand how people purposely walk/jog along the edges; but at least you can't really smell it from Fairyland. Just walk on the upper sidewalk or across the street if you share in my disgust. You'll get plenty of cute photos. The few rides they have (4 rides total) are very cute, had no lines on a summer weekday, and only accommodate heights between 36"-54" (except for the Jolly Trolley train which is all heights though adults need to watch their heads when squeezing in and out). The height restriction is very important to know before you go, to ensure your kid isn't disappointed. Wear sunscreen. No mosquitoes, which I was concerned about given the standing lake water and humidity. There are outdoor sinks with soap and antibacterial to wash your hands periodically, which I appreciated. As expected, a high priced gift shop, though it's stocked primarily with smaller toys, so if you're roped into purchasing something it won't break the bank. The single restaurant counter is actually quite perfect! Imaginibbles serves super cute, kid friendly healthy food that is reasonably priced at ~$7/entree. Smaller portions, but in my opinion, perfect for a theme park. The reusable cup ($8, includes one refill) is color changing when cold, very sturdy for a plastic cup, and you can fill with strawberry, white peach or watermelon lemonade that isn't overly sweet. You are also allowed to bring your own food, and there were plenty of folks picnicking on the large grassy area. Attractions are definitely old (paint missing throughout), and not cleaned well. Spiderwebs galore, particularly in areas that are meant to only be looked at, such as the Alice statue that you can see through a window in the Alice in Wonderland tunnel. A quick broom sweep would do wonders! There are a number of cute smaller animals, like chickens, a bearded dragon, 2 donkeys, and a land tortoise. These areas conversely appear relatively well maintained, which is fantastic for both the animals and to keep smells minimal. There is also a pressed wood town area with a slide where the kids can run around and climb into the different buildings, which seemed to be a favorite of many kids. There is a long ~30min puppet show (daily ~11am, 2pm) that changes seasonally, and somehow manages to keep most kids' attention. Magic key ($3) is an easy souvenir (colors change each day, so theoretically you can collect them), and used to hear music/stories through various boxes around the park. Though boxes are staticky (older), and some have bolts sticking out that prevent your key from being turned and thus the stories/music to play. My daughter quickly tired of them anyway, but she loves treasures like the "magic" key, so it was money well spent. There is also a hand-crank penny presser (51 cents) in the gift shop, so bring some change. One disappointment of Fairyland, is that there are literally no "fairies" anywhere to be found. You'd think they might have a few tiny fairy houses situated out of reach, or even fairy lights in trees to simulate fairies. Overall, fun filled and worth the ticket price. Just be sure your kid is in the height range for rides!

    This place is strategically built so that there's shade everywhere on those hot summer days. Even…read morethe slides have covers over them so that the metal doesn't get too hot. It's this attention to detail that sets it apart from other amusement parks. And the food. Let's talk about the food. This is not your overpriced, cheap-quality, greasy carnival junk. It's actually healthy fruits and veggies with milk or other house-made stuff. Fun shapes, like a rocket quesadilla. Even my fussy eater wants to eat here. Do we need to talk about the rides or value? The kids come here all day and never want to leave!

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    Happy Dragon welcomes kids to climb all over his back as he lounges inside the gates.
    Happy Dragon welcomes kids to climb all over his back as he lounges inside the gates.
    With close to 60 storybook sets, friendly animals, and 10 acres of gardens, our park is designed to delight visitors of all ages!
    With close to 60 storybook sets, friendly animals, and 10 acres of gardens, our park is designed to delight visitors of all ages!
    Bring your Magic Keys (or pick one up for $3 in the gift shop) to unlock the Talking Storybook Boxes!

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    California's Great America

    California's Great America

    2.9
    (2k reviews)
    24.7 mi

    Better upkept than Six Flags Vallejo…read more Quite enjoyable to walk around. Helpers/kids were quite polite and excited to be working here. The park is kept pretty clean too. The water park seems fun and crowded on a Sunday: will come back to check it out. Lots of parking spots yet also very crowded and crazy parking lot. The ride times on the app are way longer tha mm the actual wait times. They were mostly 15-30 mins wait: not bad at all. Will come again. Drinks, Starbucks, snacks are 10% off if you have a Gold Pass. Of course Starbucks are more expensive at CGA than outside, which would be common.

    Great America has been around for years! I used to come here as a teenager and absolutely loved the…read moreroller coasters and games!! It feels crazy being able to come back now with the family I created! My son and my partner had so much fun exploring Great America together! My son is 4 years old, and I absolutely love how diverse the park is when it comes to rides. They have everything from a younger kids section to roller coasters for the bigger kids and adults! The water section was actually new to me! Every time I've come to Great America, I've never used this specific section, but it was so much fun! There were lots of waterfalls, slides, and different areas for the kids to enjoy. I would definitely say check this place out whether you're looking for a fun date night or even a family day!

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    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    2.3
    (2.8k reviews)
    46.4 mi

    The workers should be more efficient in loading and unloading. Comparing to Universal Studios and…read moreDisneyland, Sic Flags Vallejo workers take triple the time. Thus the park is not that crowded but it still takes very long for rides. If this is improved, park's memberships and attendees will double or triple. Even during the summer when kids are out, the park is quite empty for a weekday afternoon. Major upkeep, spiderwebs, cleanliness, paint, are all needed upgrades and regular maintenance. Used to be SO good years ago! Parking is easy not too crowded. Staff some are very enthusiastic some do not want to be here. Price for tickets and memberships are reasonable.

    I had low expectations for Discovery Kingdom due to all the reviews, but it turned out way better…read morethan I imagined. We went on a Thursday and arrived around 10:30am. Got a fantastic parking spot close to the entrance. Opted to walk ~10 minutes to the entrance instead of taking the trolley/bus. My husband and I have the gold pass and are all about trying to maximize our value. The gold pass alone has been great for saving on parking costs after multiple visits. We were also able to buy Bring-A-Friend discounted tickets at Discovery Kingdom even though our home park is California's Great America. In comparison to California's Great America, I found the employees here much more pleasant and efficient in loading rides and doing safety checks. Waits for rides (included kiddie rides) didn't feel as long and it made a huge difference in our experience! My husband got the Fast Lane Ultimate and had a great experience squeezing in about 15 rides with no long waits. Mainly just needed to wait his turn as a car finished up. As for food, if you plan to stay a while and eat there, highly recommend the all day dining plan. The premium all day dining plan includes free refills (ICEEs included) and we totally got our money's worth within two meals! We shared food from two dining plans for five adults and a young toddler and were pretty full by the end of the day. There were plenty of tables with umbrellas for shade, so didn't have trouble finding a spot on a Thursday, but can see it being a problem when it's more crowded. Restrooms were very clean and plentiful. My husband and I accidentally forgot our diaper bag and thankfully, the shops had emergency diapers kits. Overall, very pleasant experience going on a non-peak day!

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    Cockatoo from Discovery Center!
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    Caramel filled churro inside
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    Quicksilver Express

    Quicksilver Express

    4.3
    (4 reviews)
    54.0 mi

    This is the most thrilling attraction at Gilroy Gardens. We did have to wait almost an hour for it…read more(we went during holiday season), but since we're not locals it was a must to try at least once. It is themed after the mines, and you ride on a mine cart. When you're in the queue you can see pictures and some historical snippets, but not much to look at in general. The ride itself isn't super fast and doesn't go very high so the drops don't feel anything more than someone quickly going down a hill in a car. So when they say thrilling that may mean thrilling for kids, but as someone said, this is a great trainer coaster. Fun, but not something I'd wait over 30 minutes for. It is neat that it goes through the trees here and it's the only ride that has it's own separate check in on Yelp? I know Disney has separate check ins for everything, so maybe it is time to change that LOL.

    The website boasts this "thrilling mine coaster speeds you through dips and turns surrounded by…read morenearly 600 trees!" Built in 2001 by DH Morgan Mfg, it's billed as the only "thrill ride" in Gilroy Gardens, although their wobbly Sky Trail Monorail ride makes my adrenaline rush because it feels like it's going to fall. The track is 2,139 feet with a top speed of 32 mph. The highest of the two lift-hills is 38 feet, which is about 7 yawning grandpas end to end. Basically, the smooth dips and turns of this two-lift steel coaster disguised as an abandoned cinnabar (mercury) mine train that is a very basic but enjoyable ride that's thrilling for someone barely reaching the height requirement (42" to ride with an adult, 48" to ride alone). It's a good training coaster. The cool thing is that they'll often let you stand by the exit wall for a chance at a second ride if they anticipate that the next train won't fill up. Think "Big Thunder" but not that big. Think "Small Thunder" but not that thunderous. Think "light rain", or "hummingbirds spitting on you".

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    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park

    3.8
    (1.2k reviews)
    54.0 mi

    As a South Bay resident, this was our go-to park when our kids were younger! I'd say good for any…read moreage, but definitely for the under ten crowd! Such gorgeous grounds, and the trees and foliage are OUTSTANDING! Nice and shady, lots of places to park a stroller for a quick nap. Food and single day entry are pricey--but if you get a pass, the value is fantastic. And you can bring in food and snacks too. Special shout out for the Halloween and Holiday celebrations! Super fun for the kids, abs they even have special drinks for adults. Fantastic water park--hang in the shade while your older kids slide and play!

    I have no idea how I was not tracking this water park for kids years ago. If you have kids 2-15 I…read morethink you will find this a great option to change up a slow weekend. Let me also state that if you think you will use it more than once go with the Premium Membership. It will get you 25% off all food and drink items in the park as well as free parking. That alone makes it a no brainer. You can also buy cups, popcorn containers that you can bring back every time and get free refills. To include, icees, fountain drinks and popcorn. The are $30 for the initial purchase and something like $24 with a premium membership, but it adds up. The park has a little bit of everything, if you want water parks it has two options, smaller on geared for infants to toddlers. And a larger one ideal for 5 and up. It's also great for an adult who wants to cool off on a hot day. They have a lot of rides, most acceptable for 3+ yo children. A few rides have height requirements but most of those are ones parents can't accompany the child. The have a train ride that is for all ages and it circles the entire park allowing you to get off at either stop. A tram ride that travels through a botanical garden and a bunch of rides to occupy the kids. Their food options border on fair/fast food. We tried the Wok restaurant and well I would not recommend it. We tried chicken shish-kabobs it was under whelming. Wait times during peak meal times can be very long so recommend you plan around it or suffer during it. One other consideration, while much of the park is under tree canopy, on a hot day stepping out from under the shade into the open can feel like hell's kitchen. Our last visit temps hit over 100 and being out of the shade was brutal. You will never be more aware of this than at the water park areas, lack of shade into those areas is rough. They have cabanas you can rent but I fear on a hot day the cabanas probably get hot since they have no fans. We will definitely be going back and I urge those of you with kids to give it a try.

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    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025
    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025
    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025
    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025
    With family and friends at the entrance

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    With family and friends at the entrance
    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

    4.0
    (1.1k reviews)
    31.9 mi

    We celebrated my son's 3rd birthday at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and it was absolutely amazing! I…read moretruly have no complaints about the experience. The entire birthday party process was seamless from beginning to end. They provide a designated party area, you can order food directly through them, and their team brings everything out, sets things up, and handles the cleanup afterward. As a parent hosting a kids' birthday party, having so much taken care of for you makes a HUGE difference. I also felt the pricing was very reasonable for everything that was included. We added Danny the Dragon as our entertainment, and my son LOVED it! Danny interacted with the kids, played games with them, and made the celebration feel extra special. There was so much for the kids to do between the birthday activities, rides, playgrounds, and animals. My only regret was choosing the 1:30 PM party time instead of the earlier 10:30 AM option. If I could do it again, I would absolutely choose the morning time and make a full day of it. There is simply too much to see and do! Between enjoying the party itself, riding the rides, and seeing all of the animals, we ran out of time and didn't get to experience everything. We'll definitely be going back to finish what we missed! 100% recommend Happy Hollow for a child's birthday party. It was fun for the kids, easy for the adults, reasonably priced, and incredibly well organized. Such a wonderful place to celebrate a little one!

    Very entertaining park for children while still lively and interesting for parents at the zoo…read more There was plenty of available parking, but it was a bit pricey. It was $10 for any amount of time, and a staff member consistently warned visitors entering about potential fines. Before the ticket booth, there were bronze sculptures of animals and funnily shaped characters. Notably, those in the sun were covered up, most likely to protect children from burns in the intense heat. There wasn't much of a crowd despite my weekend visit, and everyone was swift and friendly. We paid $22 per adult for entry. I highly recommend coming near opening, as the animals were being fed and were incredibly active. When I swung by some of the exhibits later in the day, many of them weren't out and about since there wasn't any food tempting them. One complaint would be how inaccurate the map was. While it depicted specific pathways, turns, and connections, it was nothing like that in reality. It was difficult to keep track of which animals we had seen as the exhibits were oriented differently throughout the park. Rides had specific hours when they were open, so if your child has a specific ride in mind, I would double-check the day's schedule. Otherwise, there were constant shows distributed throughout the day. The center of the park was perfect for picnics, as the grass was well maintained and there was some shade from the larger trees. Unfortunately, the jaguar was unavailable during my visit, but the other animals made up for it. I adored the capybaras and their intense munching on lettuce and carrots. My favorite had to be the fennec foxes as they pranced around in the sun. Not the largest zoo, but it was a fun supplement to the rides and amusement park. The animal exhibits alone were enough to keep me entertained, while the rides, shows, and picnic areas gave children plenty to do. I just wished the parking and admission were a bit cheaper.

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    My son looking at the turkey
    My son looking at the turkey
    Oldest turkey I've ever seen ..
    Oldest turkey I've ever seen ..
    Mini cars for small kids

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    Mini cars for small kids
    LaserMaxx San Carlos

    LaserMaxx San Carlos

    4.6
    (43 reviews)
    9.0 mi

    We came here for a friend's birthday as a group of 7 and played with a bunch of other people for a…read moregrand total of 35 players. The place is 3 floors with several vantage points to shoot other players as well as mirrors. I like the glow in the dark aesthetic and it's fun to practice your aim. After, they announce the top 3 players and each person gets a detailed sheet with your stats, who you shot the most and who tagged you the most. It makes for a memorable birthday event and party!

    Wow first time playing laser tag and it did bring the kid back to me again. But you have to watch…read moreout the young kids will be more faster and quicker than the adults, especially when you play the game twice, individuals build up their strategies. I wasn't able to get my score card in round one because I didn't know how it worked. You are assigned a number and you are supposed to pick the correct vest with your game name on it. Many moons ago I did laser tag in SF and I think it was called Qzar and I remember when I got shot at, the orange vest would vibrate and it was like being electrocuted. As you can tell I wasn't very good, but I had fun back then. Thank goodness this place didn't electrocute me. Ha! Ha! It was fun. Good stress relief and great way to spend a birthday celebration where everyone had fun, learn something new and we all wrote a lovely birthday card question prompt to the birthday girl and she appreciated it. Finally I got my score card I was pretty proud of my score. I didn't score last and was happy. Time to celebrate with a trip to In n Out burger ! Oh yeah! From their website to learn more about laser tag if you never don't before: LaserMaxx San Carlos features state-of-the-art equipment and the ultimate laser tag experience, played in a big multi-level, fog-filled maze. Fun for ages 5 to 85! Laser Tag birthday parties are a blast! LaserMaxx is fun for families, corporate events, office parties, team building, sports teams, youth groups or a fun night out. Looking for fun activities in the Bay area? Look no further!

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    LaserMaxx San Carlos
    LaserMaxx San Carlos
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    Exciting the game
    Moreland Pumpkin Patch

    Moreland Pumpkin Patch

    4.4
    (43 reviews)
    26.1 mi

    I wouldn't recommend going to Moreland Pumpkin Patch if you're planning on doing the family walk…read more It was quite expensive at $15 per person, even for my 2yo. We lined up at our 730pm check-in time and waited 35 minutes in the cold and were only halfway through the line. We left because it would have been another 25-35 more minutes to get through the line. However, the staff was great and the carnival games were fun. Nice to have all of the thoughtful decorations as well, our child loved playing with all of the pumpkins.

    This patch is cute…read more The haunted trail costs $15 per person and there are scheduled appointment times to go in, however the line backs up and you have to wait at least 30 minutes past your appointment time before entering. We did not enter the trail until 720pm, and that is after getting in line at 640pm. Just be aware. Which is fine, my family had fun and the actors inside are funny and well rehearsed. However, since we waited so long, we got out of the trail around 750pm. My kid wanted to play the carnival games, which close at 8pm, so we bought some tickets to play, and were out to the carnival by 752pm, they had already taken everything down and had only a few simple games still up. My kid was bummed, but I figured since there were no refunds, I could go back and get a snack instead with my tickets. I was denied and told to come back next week to redeem the tickets. I know this is all for a good cause and it really isn't too big of a deal, but it is silly that I literally bought the tickets within a minute and then walked back after the carnival being closed and then denied to even use the tickets on anything else and then told to come back next week. They were told not to sell any tickets since they were closing up the carnival early, but I guess it wasn't communicated well. I guess we will be back to use up the tickets next weekend...?

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    Ninja who got me a few times more than I'd like to admit LOL
    Ninja who got me a few times more than I'd like to admit LOL
    The outside of the labyrinth
    The outside of the labyrinth
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