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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 - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on the Monterey Bay, summer 2019.

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

    4.1(2.3k reviews)
    41.6 mi

    Define Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - a destination that never disappoints. I have been coming here…read moresince a kid. Now I return with my thrill seeking, adventurous lil one who enjoys the beach, food and rides. For frequent visits, the season pass is the best option - it pays for itself in two visits. Get the season pass during the holidays, save yourself a few extra dollars off. The beach, sand / water play, and just existing are a few things you can do. Sea lions are nearby, birds flying over head, waves coming ashore for everyone to enjoy. Seashells are everywhere to find. Bring a blanket to lay on, the sand can hurt after a while and get pretty hot during warmer months. A sun umbrella for shade is ideal along with snacks to have nearby for easy access. The boardwalk rides are diverse in age, size and thrill seeker levels. Our daughter has outgrown the smallest of rides, there are others she continues to enjoy while gaining height to now ride others she could not previously. There are numerous rides our daughter - now 6, first time visiting 4 years old, could enjoy. The boardwalk can get pretty packed and hectic, so arrive early for parking and go to your favorite rides first. There is plenty of parking surrounding the boardwalk, you have to walk further for some than others. There is metered street parking and parking lots. There are lots of photo op locations throughout the boardwalk and beach to record memories. Food is diverse, ICEEs and fountain drinks can be made refillable for a small additional fee, there are lots of stands throughout including clothes, souvenir, bubble wands, blankets and treats. The arcade area is a spacious, multi tier experience featuring mini golf, arcade games, air hockey, and food vending machines. This is one location you are guaranteed to locate a restroom usually with minimal lines in comparison to the boardwalk. The stalls are well maintained as well. A boardwalk card can be purchased then reloaded to play, just remember it on each visit or have a pile like I do. Miniature golf is purchased in person. Make a week, weekend or day out of your visit - we do!

    We had a great day here, but you definitely have to go in with a plan. If you're doing more than…read more3-4 rides, the all-day wristband is the only way to go, as individual points add up fast. It's a mix of a beach day and a carnival feel here - You can jump from the sand to a roller coaster in thirty seconds. As for the food, it's fairly standard prices. The garlic fries are a solid bet, but there are also great spots just a short walk away on the wharf if you want a "real" seafood meal. Parking: Get there early. The main lots fill up by noon, and street parking is a game of luck. You can't beat the atmosphere. The ocean breeze, the sound of the arcade, and the smell of kettle corn make this one of the best spots in NorCal. It's nostalgic without feeling dated. Whether you're here for the rides or just the boardwalk walk. Not I need to go home and put on The Lost Boys movie and watch it again!!

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    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.

    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, summer 2019.

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    Children's Fairyland - Willie the Whale spouts water from his blowhole and invites visitors to climb into his belly.

    Children's Fairyland

    4.0(647 reviews)
    24.1 mi
    Not-for-profit
    Kid friendly

    My son and immediate family had such a fun time this visit at fairyland. I haven't been since I was…read morelittle so it was definitely full circle bringing my child. This place has been around since my parents were little and they've been there too! Pretty neat. I used my wic card and valid photo Id for 5$ tickets, I couldn't tell you exactly how many is the cap but there were 5 adults and the kids were free I believe. We went as soon as it opened and the park was not overly packed at all it was really nice. I plan on getting out with my kiddo whenever I get the chance as I saw many mothers just hanging out with lunch for their kiddo for the day and I just loved that idea. Everything was open for the most part except two attractions which didn't stop us from enjoying the visit all around. From what I've learned if you visit the park twice your third visit you get a year pass! I'd say that's pretty convenient being a low income single mother. Hope I helped convince you to go !

    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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    Children's Fairyland - 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.

    Children's Fairyland - 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!

    Children's Fairyland - 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 - The new addition of visual effects

    California's Great America

    2.9(2k reviews)
    24.3 mi

    One year for Christmas my dad asked me what I wanted and I told him a season pass to California's…read moreGreat America and I was there like every weekend in the summer of 2016. I am a huge fan of the park! I think it is a great investment for people of all ages!!! I am only 33 but I still love the go and spend all day there.

    I bought a season pass for the 2026 year because I am worried that Great America might be gone next…read moreyear. I wanted to experience all the rides, food, games, the vibes and much more, all once again. I have been coming to Great America for over 25 years and I have made many memories at the park. From first rides on Stealth, to Days of Thunder, to getting wet on Whitewater Falls. Of course, some of those rides are long gone and have been replaced by other attractions. My favorite roller coaster there is actually Patriot. It is a simple floorless coaster that use to be the standup coaster, Vortex. I like how there are many rides very close to each other and you are just a few feet away from food and drinks in every corner. There are some days though where the lines move painfully slow. I wish the staff would consider optimizing the loading and unloading process so that wait times are more bearable. Other than that, everything else is good. I do hope someone or even the City of Santa Clara can sweep in and save Great America for future generations. If we lose Great America, we lose a community gathering spot for picnics, attractions, waterpark fun, concerts and so much more.

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    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom - Cockatoo at Discovery Center!

    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

    2.3(2.8k reviews)
    46.5 mi

    I love rides and I love amusement parks, but these rides were a lot. Maybe it's my aging body,…read moremaybe it's the fact that it was raining and we were being pelted in the face on each ride, but the DC universe rides were not for me. I love a good spin and flip ride, but when the flips and spins come one right after the other and don't seem to stop, that's when you lose me. I was surprised they didn't have more in between roller coasters, ones that weren't just for 7 year olds or the ultimate thrill seekers. I've been to Great America a ton and was expecting some more options like that. We came at Christmas time and were pleasantly surprised to see how great they decorated the place. It was so festive and fun to see. I loved the gingerbread village and the reindeer roundup. It was a cold rainy weekday when we were here, so the park was pretty empty and we didn't have to wait for anything. In fact, each time a ride ended they offered you to stay on and ride again without even having to move. We waited in line to buy tickets for just that day and luckily the guy at the window told us they were about half the cost if you got them online, which we were able to do on the spot on our phones. Kinda strange that the cost to buy in person is so much more than buying online, but we were very thankful that was shared with us.

    Overpriced on food. 5-11-26…read more $19.49 Cheeseburger, no lettuce, tomato, pickles & Fries $18.99 Chicken tender (3), & Fries $9.49 Churro Crazy....... See Photo

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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 - Fall things

    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.

    For years, based on the promotional photos I saw, I avoided the Gilroy Gardens (GG) family theme…read morepark. I thought it would be tacky and hyper-commercialized. Curiosity, together with my wife's desire to see the place, finally got the better of me--and I discovered that I had been wrong. GG in my opinion manages to strike the best balance that any such theme park probably can in terms of appealing to the masses while at the same time avoiding the trap of being tacky or hyper-commercialized. The varied rides and exhibits are pleasant and well-maintained. Some are even quite artistic (like the totem poles, illustrated in the image attached here) and educational (like the ecologically oriented Green Barn). If you're already familiar with GG, you don't need me to tell you about it. If you're not, here are a few tips--which might not be obvious to the uninitiated--that might help you better enjoy it: * The lines for the rides can be very long at times. You might end up waiting for an hour before it's your turn. Best to be prepared for that and plan it into your itinerary. * We noticed a small number of people who avoided the lines for all rides, being let in through the back gate/exit. When we asked about this at the Welcome Center, we learned that GG sells yellow wristbands that allow people to skip the long lines and enter through the "back door" (exit). They cost something like $85 per person for the year or about $30 per visit, in addition to the membership fee. * Even with those wristbands, you'll need more than one visit to see and do everything here. Rushing around a lot will spoil the fun. * The food everywhere, as far as we could tell, is pretty bad. You'll be ahead of the game if you pack your own, which will also avoid your waiting in another line. * The big secret, so to speak, of GG is "hidden" in plain sight--in the second word of the name itself, "Gardens." Most visitors are so preoccupied with going on the rides that they miss out on the natural beauty of the gardens. We found Camellia Garden and Claudia's Garden, in particular, to be like sheltered oases of calm and natural beauty within the hustle and bustle of the park. In our opinion, the three most obvious ways in which GG could be improved are as follows: 1. Improve the quality of the food that's offered. With all the traffic the park gets, those concession stands must be worth a small fortune. Either get them to do better or replace them with businesses that will. 2. Design a more user-friendly map. Those who already know their way around don't need a map but for those who don't, the existing map is not sufficiently clear (hint: it probably needs to be larger). 3. Do a better job of training the staff, in terms of both knowledgeability and attitude. Some are quite good (a special shout out to Nina at the Welcome Center and Sean at the Garlic Twirl ride: they exuded both warmth and professionalism) but others, who shall remain nameless, need more training. Minus one star for those deficiencies, as well as for not making it sufficiently clear at the time of the 2026 premium membership purchase that the bring-a-friend tickets that came with the membership had to be picked up almost immediately or they would not be available.

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    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park - Cherry Jubilee | June 2025

    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025

    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park - Cherry Jubilee | June 2025

    Cherry Jubilee | June 2025

    Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park - With family and friends at the entrance

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    With family and friends at the entrance

    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo - Closer look at the oldest turkey I've seen .

    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

    4.0(1.1k reviews)
    31.9 miEast San Jose

    We visited Happy Hollow right at opening on a Sunday, and I'm so glad we did. The lines were…read moremanageable, and we were able to enjoy everything without feeling crowded. I was pleasantly surprised by how active the animals were. I've been to other zoos where the animals are sleeping or hiding, but we got to see a lot of movement and interactions during our visit. The zoo is smaller than some of the larger Bay Area zoos, but it's easy to navigate and perfect for families with young kids. My only complaint is the cafe food- it was honestly some of the saddest zoo food I've had. Definitely eat before you come or pack snacks if you can. Overall, it's a great place to spend a few hours with little ones, and we'll definitely be back.

    I am honestly so floored by Happy Hollow Park & Zoo being operated for 65+ year and there doesn't…read moredoesn't seem to be any signs of that changing. This establishment opened its doors back in 1961 and I have fond memories of visiting here on elementary field trips. I now get to make new ones with my toddler.... Being born and raised in the East Side, I am ashamed to admit that it took for my daughter to go on her 1st Pre-K fieldtrip to officially experience Happy Hollow. To my defense, there were covid worries swirling around her first few years of life and being a first time mom, staying in just seemed like the safer bet. LMAO- tell me I'm not the only one who felt this way?? Since then, we have made 2 trip with her school and a few random visits on the weekends. I can confirm that my 6 year old is absolutely a fan. Here you will find: a zoo, rides, puppet theater, large play structure, & petting zoo. The zoo is quite small and although it is listed as having 60 different species, I don't find that number as being accurate. I caught wind of a new red panda being welcomed here but there was no sign of him. To be honest, a lot of the enclosures seemed empty whenever we visit. The rides are great for kids- they compliment younger kids due to the lack of speed. The puppet theater is always enjoyed- no only does it provide entertainment but it gives you a break from being on your feet. The play structure is always a crowd favorite where all the kiddos can run wild and free. [[Parents, this is your time to re-fuel with some much needed caffeine.]] Last but not least, our favorite-EST thing to do here is visiting the petting zoo where you are able to interact with goats and sheep. They unfortunately got rid of quarter machines allowing visitors to feed the animals. My child can literally spend hours here brushing and cuddling up with the animals- my only advice is watching where you step because these creatures will relieve themselves without warning. 4 stars. Be advised that parking is an additional $10 prior to you even purchasing passes to enter the park.

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    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo - My son looking at the turkey

    My son looking at the turkey

    Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

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    LaserMaxx San Carlos

    LaserMaxx San Carlos

    4.5(41 reviews)
    9.0 mi

    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!

    Kids always have a lot of fun here for parties and youth group outings. The post-game scoresheets…read moremake for good chatter. Convenient location off 101 and Brittan. Staff are friendly and the place is in excellent condition.

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    LaserMaxx San Carlos
    LaserMaxx San Carlos

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    Moreland Pumpkin Patch - The pumpkin part of the patch

    Moreland Pumpkin Patch

    4.4(43 reviews)
    26.1 miWest San Jose

    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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    Moreland Pumpkin Patch - 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

    Moreland Pumpkin Patch - The outside of the labyrinth

    The outside of the labyrinth

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    Lemos Farm - amusementparks - Updated June 2026

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