Upcoming events in the Santa Ynez Valley
Solvang, Buellton, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Los Alamos, and all the wine country in between are home to some great entertainment venues — whether your idea of entertainment is a live band, a bottle of Pinot Noir, or both.
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Live music and wine tasting
ALL EVENTS | MUSIC ONLY | WINE ONLY
Friday, April 25, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker4 – 7 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with the JMQ Band5 – 8 pmRock. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Nicole Sophia7 – 10 pmIndie pop/rock singer/songwriter. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Solvang with Idle Hands8 – 11 pmBlues/rock. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Saturday, April 26, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Joey SykesClassic new rock. — Kaena at the Ranch |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker12 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Jean Fogelberg1 – 4 pmMusic in the courtyard. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music with the Honeysuckle Possums1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | El Jabali Fest in Buellton with Alma Rosa4 – 7 pmLive mariachi music, a DJ, and delicious tacos to keep you fueled for the fun. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at Alma Rosa's newest releases! Location: at Alma Rosa Ranch in Buellton. — Alma Rosa Winery Tasting Room |
 | Live music from Tony Buck & the Cadillac Angels4 – 7 pmMidwestern roots and California surf by the water. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford7 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | LIve music in Solvang with Eric Tambini8 – 11 pmSolo acoustic. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Flannel 1019 pm90s rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic guitar. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with Barry McGuire1 – 4 pmEclectic mix of music on acoustic guitar. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Meet Your Maker with winemaker Gretchen Voelcker1 – 4 pmMeet winemaker Gretchen Voelcker of Luna Hart and Piazza Family wines. — The Good Life |
| Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney2 – 6 pmSongwriter. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jesse Pappas2 – 5 pmSinger-songwriter. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Jared Nels3 – 7 pmSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jess Bush and Todd Weidner8 pm – 10 amSingers / songwriters. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | |
 | Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4 – 7 pmAcoustic guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, May 1, 2025 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker12 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jamie Drake8 – 11 pmAmericana. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, May 2, 2025 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker4 – 7 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Shuck and Sip in Santa Ynez with live music from David Segall4:30 – 7:30 pmVisit Brander Vineyards for National Sauvignon Blanc Day and a festive after-hours courtyard event featuring live music by David Segall, freshly shucked oysters, and (naturally) a glass of signature Sauvignon Blanc. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Adrian Floy5 – 8 pmReggae. — Carhartt Family Wines |
| Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford7 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Tex Pistols8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 3, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Brian Black12 – 4 pmClassics and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Hot Roux2 – 6 pmSwampy rock 'n' roll and Louisiana blues. Food from VinXEvents from noon to 6 pm. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Vanise Terry4 – 7 pm— — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Jimi Nelson Band8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, May 4, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor12 – 4 pmRock, country, and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music with Bobby1 – 4 pm— — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Adam Kogelman2 – 5 pmSundays at Carhartt. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Kareeta8 – 10 pmRock. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, May 9, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with John La Pointe7 – 10 pm— — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with 33 Thunder8:30 – 11:30 pmModern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 10, 2025 | |
 | Annual Vineyard Walk in Los Olivos10 amWeave through Zaca Mesa's historic vines while their winemaking team shares their knowledge and behind-the-scenes stories. The entire walk covers 2.2 miles, or you can opt for just the first loop, which is 1.2 miles. — Zaca Mesa Winery |
 | Live music with The T-Bone Ramblers4 – 7 pmClassic rock & Americana. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Solvang with Hillbilly Soul Surfers7 – 10 pm— — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Robert Heft Band8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Thursday, May 15, 2025 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 17, 2025 | |
 | Peace of Mind Fundraising Walk in Buellton9 amAlma Rosa is hosting the winery’s sixth annual Peace of Mind: 10,000 Steps in the Right Direction fundraising walk at its estate in Buellton in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. — Alma Rosa Winery Tasting Room |
Saturday, May 24, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Pablo Cruise7 pmClassic rock. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Sunday, June 8, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Doublewide Kings3 pmOriginals and covers featuring roots rock, Americana, country blues, and the glory days of '70s FM radio. — Theaterfest Garden |
Sunday, June 22, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jeffrey East3 pmCountry. — Theaterfest Garden |
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | |
 | 2025 Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic11 am – 3:30 pmPolo mallets will fly and horses will thunder down the pitch as hundreds of supporters in feathery hats and cowboy boots flock to the PiochoRanch for the 2025 Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic. Ticket price includes tented seating, barbecure lunch, and Happy Canyon wine. Proceeds benefit People Helping People (PHP), deicated to improving the lives of low-income adults and children in the Santa Ynez Valley and Los Alamos. — Happy Canyon Vineyard |
Sunday, July 13, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Storytellers3 pmProgressive bluegrass. — Theaterfest Garden |
Sunday, July 20, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Left on Tenth3 pmFunky rock. — Theaterfest Garden |
Sunday, July 27, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Molly Ringwald Project3 pm'80s music. — Theaterfest Garden |
Sunday, August 10, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Doctor Wu3 pmSteely Dan tribute band. — Theaterfest Garden |
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Mat Kearney7 pmSongwriter and producers. — Solvang Festival Theater |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- El Jabali Fest in Buellton with Alma Rosa
- Live music in Solvang with Jamie Drake
- Shuck and Sip in Santa Ynez with live music from David Segall
- Live music in Solvang with Kareeta
- 2025 Santa Ynez Valley Polo Classic
Saturday, April 26
Thursday, May 1
Friday, May 2
Sunday, May 4
Sunday, June 29
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We try to keep our events list as comprehensive and up-to-date as possible, but we encourage you to verify with the artist or venue websites for possible changes or cancellations. Thanks!