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    Lemos Farm

    3.5 (578 reviews)
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    Cat sleeping in pumpkin patch
    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!

    Petting a Baby goat
    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!

    Pony ride
    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.

    This is taken during the class. It's very chaotic, a good kind.
    Mel C.

    This review is for the "goat yoga" class only. Goat yoga! DO IT! DO IT! DO IT! It's SO MUCH fun doing yoga, or trying to do yoga, around baby goats. LOL. I think nobody takes the class seriously. We all are there to play with goats. During the class, goats roam freely. There's a staff tossing treats around us so they would come over. A couple of them just started nibbling my bog toe, my tripod, and my shoes.... Since I was there early and the farm is just opened, they let me go into the farm where all the rides are. Usually you have to pay first b4 going on. I think it's a pretty decent place for little ones. I also see a coyote of different birthday parties for kids. What a great idea!

    pony rides
    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… Read more

    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… Read more

    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… Read more

    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… Read more

    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

    2026 Company Beach Party/Summer Picnic BBQ at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!…read more Since we had a group event there was a $15 discount provided for daily parking at certain Boardwalk lots which was nice. Unlimited rides wristbands for all, plus catered lunch at the Sun Room at The [Cocoanut] Grove venue. I haven't been to the Boardwalk in maybe 20 years, but did go a bunch when I was little. It's their Centennial year too, 100 years! Love the carnival style games, classic arcade, rides, caricature artists, and of course, the main beach. I specifically sought out the Giant Dipper wooden Rollercoaster, the original Looff Carousel with the brass ring catching game, and the sky gondola this trip. Since food was provided at the Grove I passed on the funnel cakes, beignets, Dippin' Dots, pretzels and the like. They did have a commemorative reusable/refillable drink cup with a bendy straw though. The MyFunMoment selfie stations weren't working that day though. Didn't stay for summer nights live music or movies on the beach, and rides go till late. A fun day trip, great weather!

    I think like many others the boardwalk is filled with pure nostalgia. For me, I have many memories…read morestemming from toddler age and playing on the beach or getting on rides with my dad. I was impressed by how well-maintained and safe the area feels. The new additions successfully modernize the space while preserving its classic charm. I also appreciated how clean the beach felt and the presence of many lifeguards. However, I found the food quality to be mediocre. I ordered the cod and fried shrimp basket; the cod had an overwhelming beer taste, and the shrimp and fries were only average. Additionally, the funnel cake was overcooked. Unlimited ride wristbands were $65 but entering the beach and boardwalk is free. I had a pleasant time overall.

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

    Children's Fairyland

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

    This is a fun place to bring your children and grandchildren. We brought our children here when…read morethey were growing up and it has been at least 30 years since we visited here now with our almost 4 year old grandson. I've been a supporter of Fairyland with their annual fundraiser - online auction for the past few years as well. We parked in the parking inside the parking gate on Bellevue and it is pretty reasonable for parking by the hour or the day. Our grandson was very excited and the first thing we did was attend the puppet show and saw "The Magic Tea Kettle". After that we let him wander around and explore the park and he loved the Dragon Slide and went on multiple times, rode the Merry Go Round a couple of times, the Jolly Trolley before it got busy, The Alice in Wonderland tunnel, Clocktower Slide, Willie the Whale, Ching Lung the Happy Dragon, The Three Little Pigs (but one was missing), The Jolly Roger Pirate Ship and the Ansi's Magic Web, saw the donkeys, ducks, tortoise, chickens, goats. We also ate lunch at cafe and shared chicken nuggets, chicken panini sandwich and chicken quesadilla which were healthy and delicious! At the end of our visit, we went to the gift shop and let him bring home a small trinket. The only suggestion I have is to get safety belts for the Merry Go Round for peace of mind. Visiting Fairyland with our grandson was a delight and brought back memories of bringing our son and daughter here some 30 years ago!

    My daughter Head Start School sent us here for Week of The Young Child to have family day which it…read morewas my first time ever going in my life. I think fairyland is an awesome place to bring your children to let them run around & play. I did feel a bit overwhelmed because it was literally every head start in Oakland so it was tons of kids, but I would I bring my daughter & son back again. Also I really enjoyed their Cafe too! Although I do feel like 10.95 is alot for 4 slices of pizza but I understand. It was still delicious.

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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!
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    California's Great America

    California's Great America

    2.9
    (2k reviews)
    24.7 mi

    Typical amusement park- like for rides and for food. The lines can be quite long but at least the…read morebathrooms were not as packed/clean~ I wanted to check this out before they close~ Definitely worth it for a season pass if you plan to go at least 2x and have a car. Season pass includes extra discounts like discount for food depending on season, discount for extra tickets and included parking (for most CA parks besides the excluded one mentioned!). Buy online for your tickets- cheaper than at the gate for regular tickets. Easy to set up your season pass online and grab other promos like the $17.76 tickets for the first week of July! Parking - super easy lot with adequate signage for entrance and exits. Not too far from the front like six flags Vallejo- I like how the app does let you note your parking location but I will say the app stopped giving me my actual location so that was annoying. Friendly workers just doing their best. Went on 4th of July and it wasn't as crowded so we got lucky but it was nice to see the crowds there!

    The perfect amusement park for a day of fun! I visited on a Saturday, and it wasn't too busy. It…read morewas quite empty in the morning but definitely filled up throughout the day. By 6pm, there were long lines for all the popular rides. I love this park because it's big but not overwhelming. There's a good selection of kid-friendly and heart-pounding rides. I really enjoyed Flight Deck, Gold Striker, Orbit, and Centrifuge. There are also experiences, like a 4-D spaceship ride. As a Snoopy fan, I was super excited for Snoopy Land, with a whole range of Snoopy-themed rides, merch, and buildings. There was a good selection of food options, like Panda Express, American diners, a Southern restaurant, a funnel cake spot, Dippin Dots stands, and more. I was also impressed with how big the water park is. I spotted plenty of water slides, a lazy river, a water playground, a wave pool, and plenty of lounging seats. Definitely need to visit again and do a pool day!

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    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    2.3
    (2.8k reviews)
    46.4 mi

    I hate to be the tattletale, but I'm not quite the sucker for dirty crimes. Me and my friend, Arnav…read moreKumar, who lives in Livermore and is going to Granada High next year, went to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom together. He has a family season pass, but he didn't use it for good on his visit there...He peer pressured me into distracting the employees while he stole many keychains (4 in total). Although he is a great friend of mine, crime is something I will NOT stand for. Stealing from such a great park is not fair to employees and paying customers. His steals consisted of four keychains, three from The Flash, and one from Batman, all of these keychains combined cost a grand total of over $30, which is simply an outrageous amount to steal. He lives in a healthy household with wealthy parents, who love him very much, although if they found out about this horrible sin, I think they will heavily punish him atop the punishment of stealing. Arnav Kumar, I hope you learn your lesson about stealing in the future, and Six Flags, I hope you use your authority and take action against this crime. Im a friend, not a partner in crime. Thank you for listening, and Arnav, take better actions next time or else I will stop being your friend. After all, I'm friends with Arnav Kumar, not a dirty scum of the earth who steals and commits blatant crime.

    The park is very fun and has great rides to ride with your friends, however the staff is very rude…read morespecifically this worker at joker who's name is Sariah. She was very rude and degrading she had said me and my friend could not meet with our family in line we had accidentally gone in the fast pass lane and thought what would the difference be if we just went with our family members? But no she said we could not join them in line even though many other people had jumped the fence to get in line with their friends RIGHT in front of her but she just so happened to tell us we couldn't just go with our family, we even asked which many other people did not do but we were targeted I felt very humiliated and degraded which after the whole situation she saw people cut the line and said nothing yet had the urge to call us out this whole situation felt very unfair and uncomfortable.

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    Cockatoo from Discovery Center!
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    Quicksilver Express

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    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

    Gilroy Gardens is such a beautiful and relaxing family park. The landscaping is absolutely gorgeous…read more-- everything is so well maintained, clean, and peaceful. It's perfect for families with young kids, with gentle rides, plenty of shade, and lots of places to explore without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.If you're looking for a calm, family‑themed park where kids can have fun and adults can actually relax, this is the spot. A really lovely place to spend the day. We are season pass holders and the money is used to preserve the park. They offer themed events during the entire year.

    Visited on July 3, 2026. We visited Gilroy Gardens after spending quite a bit of time researching…read morethe park and reading about its accessibility accommodations. Based on what was advertised, we expected a welcoming, family-friendly experience. Unfortunately, that wasn't what we encountered. The issues started before we even entered the park. After paying for parking, we were directed to a distant lot and faced a long walk to the entrance. Despite large crowds, there didn't seem to be any staff available to answer questions or help direct guests. We had purchased tickets online ahead of time to make entry easier, but ended up standing in one very long line where many guests were confused about whether it was for prepaid tickets, security, or both. It eventually became clear that everyone was funneled through the same process. The lack of organization made for a frustrating start to the day. The security screening also seemed inconsistent. Some guests were told to throw away drinks, while others brought in large meals and glass containers without issue. Clear and consistent policies would go a long way toward reducing confusion. Once inside, we stopped at the Welcome Center to inquire about accessibility accommodations. The process was surprisingly minimal. We were handed a paper pass and told to take it to each attraction. Based on the information on the website, we expected a more thoughtful and supportive system. At our first ride, we were given a return time and told that if we were more than 15 minutes late, the accommodation would no longer apply. That policy felt unnecessarily rigid. When we returned at the designated time, we were directed to wait at the exit gate in a crowded area where guests were constantly passing by. After everyone else boarded, staff seemed confused about our return time and had to figure out where to place us. One of the most disappointing moments involved a mobility device that staff would not recognize as an approved accessibility aid. Despite explaining its purpose, we were told only traditional wheelchairs qualified. The interaction felt inflexible and lacking in understanding, and it significantly impacted the rest of our visit. Later, we headed to Water Oasis and struggled to find a family restroom or accessible changing area. Restroom lines were extremely long, and the area itself felt overcrowded and poorly managed. There was very little staff presence, nowhere quiet to sit, and no one available when guests were cutting lines or creating issues. There was no space for my child to play and no occupancy limit of any sign. Not fun or safe for anyone. After less than two hours, we decided to leave. Before exiting, I stopped by the Welcome Center to share feedback about our experience. During the conversation, the employee assisting me appeared to smile or suppress laughter while I was explaining our concerns. Whether intentional or not, it came across as dismissive and unprofessional. I was told a supervisor would come speak with me, but no one ever showed up. What made this even more frustrating was seeing a large group of employees gathered near the exit saying goodbye to guests while assistance inside the park was so difficult to find throughout the day. I understand that no amusement park experience is perfect, and I'm not leaving this review simply because the day didn't go as planned. My disappointment comes from the gap between what Gilroy Gardens advertises and what we actually experienced. Accessibility is more than handing out return-time slips. It requires well-trained staff, reasonable flexibility, accessible facilities, adequate staffing, and a genuine commitment to helping all guests feel welcome. We invested time, money, and a lot of anticipation into this visit, and unfortunately left feeling disappointed. Based on our experience, this was the least accommodating amusement park we've visited. I hope Gilroy Gardens takes guest feedback seriously and makes meaningful improvements, because there is a lot of potential here. As it stands, we won't be returning.

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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

    Adventure waits for kids this summer at Happy Hollow Park and Zoo…read more The after care program I work for has their summer camp program and this was our first field trip of the summer. There's various picnic areas throughout the park, and we were placed in the picnic area across from the playground. The picnic area had about four picnic tables and garbage bins. It was spacious enough for twenty-eight kids and five adults. The play area was a hit with the kids, ropes, tunnels, and more. The rides are more for younger children such as four or five. The group we had were kindergarten, first, and second graders and kiddie swings and granny bugs were not appealing to the age group of campers. The kiddie roller coaster was a hit. They have a zoo portion but unfortunately we were not able to view. The bathroom stalls near the rides and the play area were too small with only two stalls, made for long lines. Overall, a fun experience that the children enjoyed. Maybe more bathrooms to accommodate the large summer camp groups and a few updated rides to cater to the older children.

    If your a parent, this place is a no Brainer. Your child will love zoo animals, great rides for…read moremost kid/ toddler ages, some for adults and kiddos together. Then you also have Danny, the parks Moscot. There's a tram/train ride and I believe your kiddo will love it. Our kiddo asks for him slot lol Then there's the puppet theater, great to have a little break in between rides lol They also have food vendors vendors! Thank you!

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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

    4.5
    (42 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
    LaserMaxx San Carlos

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    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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