City Engagement

In celebration of the 4th of July and in observance of Independence Day, Gilroy City Hall will be closed on Friday, July 3, and will reopen for regular business at 8:30 AM on Monday, July 6.

Don't miss the Gilroy Fireworks Show on July 4. Fireworks will be launched from Gilroy High School (750 W. 10th St.), with the show beginning around dusk, at approximately 9:30 PM. The fireworks show can be best viewed from the nearby neighborhoods and Christmas Hill Park.

Or check out one of the other professional shows throughout the Bay Area and enjoy a fun, safe, and spectacular show with family and friends.

For more information, please visit www.cityofgilroy.org/fireworks

The City of Gilroy transitioned to district-based Council elections in 2025 and now has six Council Districts, each represented by one Council Member.

Voters living in Council Districts 4, 5, and 6 will elect their Council representative in the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election.

Districts 1, 2, and 3 will next be on the ballot in 2028.

The Mayor will continue to be elected at-large.

To run for office, candidates must be residents and registered voters of the district they seek to represent for at least 30 days before filing nomination papers. Additional requirements include being a U.S. citizen of at least 18 years of age on Election Day.

Not sure which Council District you live in? Residents can find their district by using the City Council District Map at www.cityofgilroy.org/CouncilDistricts.

For more information about how to run for office, visit: www.cityofgilroy.org/1169/How-to-Run-for-Office

In keeping with the City’s goal of advancing projects that provide meaningful value to the community, the City continues to work closely with Sharks Sports & Entertainment to evaluate the proposed Skating Center Project. While discussions remain active, recent financial analysis indicates that the project, as originally envisioned, faces significant financial hurdles.

Since the project was first developed several years ago, construction and borrowing costs have increased substantially. As a result, current project revenues are not sufficient to fully support the financing needed to construct the facility, creating a significant funding gap.

The City and Sharks Sports & Entertainment are continuing to review potential solutions, including partnership opportunities, fundraising, and other funding strategies that could improve the project's financial feasibility. No final decisions have been made, and the City remains committed to carefully evaluating all available options. 

We appreciate the community's continued interest in the project and will share updates as more information becomes available.

Happy Parks and Recreation Month! This July, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible Recreation team whose energy, creativity, and dedication make so many of our community programs possible. From coordinating senior services and summer camps to supporting teen leadership, park reservations, year‑round events, and much more, this team truly makes Gilroy thrive.

Join us this month to celebrate the team that strengthens our community, keeping residents connected and helping make Gilroy a wonderful place to live, work, and play.  

Explore upcoming events and discover ways to get involved with the Recreation Division.

Hazardous waste materials can harm both human health and the environment if they’re not handled properly. These materials include products that are flammable, toxic, corrosive, or reactive. Common examples are oils, paints, garden chemicals, cleaning products, batteries, and LED light bulbs.

To ensure these items are managed safely, Santa Clara County offers a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) disposal program.

You can schedule a drop‑off appointment by calling 408‑299‑7300 or visiting www.HHW.org.

Keeping hazardous waste out of your garbage and recycling containers helps protect our creeks, landfills, and community. Proper disposal ensures these materials are treated in a way that minimizes environmental and public health risks.

Join us at San Ysidro Park for our next cleanup day on Saturday, July 11, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. If you want to help beautify our community, this is a great way to make a difference. Your participation keeps our parks clean and ready for all families to enjoy.

San Ysidro Park features picnic tables, a jogging path, basketball and handball courts, and open fields, offering residents of all ages a place to relax, connect, and enjoy the outdoors.

Let’s work together to keep Gilroy beautiful.

🌳 What: San Ysidro Park Cleanup Day

📅 When: Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM

📍 Where: San Ysidro Park,7700 Murray Ave. (Meet at the park entrance near Murray Ave. and Chestnut St.)

To ensure everyone’s safety, all volunteers must sign a waiver. You can download and print the waiver in advance and bring it with you, or complete one on-site. Parents must be present to sign waivers for minors. 

Learn, explore, and dive into a fun summer adventure with a variety of camps to choose from! Whether your kids are looking to play a sport, try hands-on science experiments, or learn new dance moves, the Recreation Division has something for everyone. Register today!

Summer Camp Schedule for July 6- 10

Ninja Camp

Ages: 5-12, 8:30 AM- 11:30 AM

6th Street Studios & Art Center

Ages: 5-13, various Times

Futsal Kingz Indoor Soccer

Ages: 6-12, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

See the full Summer Camps Flyer for the week of July 6.

More fun camps available from July 13 - 24. Check out the Summer Camps Flyer.

For questions or more information about summer camps or programs, contact the Recreation Division: (408) 846-0460 I Rec@cityofgilroy.org I www.cityofgilroy.org/recreation 

If you haven’t visited the Downtown Live Music Series on Thursdays, you are missing out! Last Thursday, historic downtown became a vibrant place, where families, friends, and neighbors came together to enjoy a fun evening of live music, food and brewery options, a kids' zone, and local vendor booths.

The series continues each week throughout the summer, offering a mix of music, activities, and community connection.

So get your lawn chairs and join us next Thursday for another fun and relaxing evening. Downtown Live happens every Thursday through August 13, with festivities beginning at 5:00 PM and live music kicking off at 7:00 PM.

To see a list of upcoming music performances or for more information, visit Downtown Live Music Series.  

Once again, the annual Party in the Park was filled with summer fun! Coordinated by the South County Youth Task Force, along with other local partners, this event offered something for everyone. Families, friends and neighbors came together at San Ysidro Park to enjoy a day of music, dance performances, community resources, arts and crafts, a petting zoo and so much more.

It was a great opportunity to connect with the community, meet your neighbors and have a fun time.

Thank you to everyone who attended! We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

Visit South County Youth Task Force to learn more about their programs, including resources, and upcoming events.