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
Ongoing | |
 | Come From Away in SolvangJune 11–27An uplifting, Tony-award-winning musical based on a real story. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | |
 | Two-Step Lesson with Vannessa in Santa Ynez6 – 7:30 pmTwo-step dancing. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Gayraoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmUnleash your inner superstar. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Bill Rotella4:30 – 6:30 pmAmericana singer and guitarist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with The T-Bone Ramblers5 – 8 pmClassic rock & Americana. — Solvang Park |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with RZN5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, June 25, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Alamos with Teddy Jack6 – 8 pmSinger, songwriter, and guitarist. — The Saloon at 1880 Union Hotel |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, June 26, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor5 – 8 pmRock, country, and blues. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford8 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Caverns8:30 – 11:30 pmRock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | |
| Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford12 – 4 pmCountry/Americana. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Sam Kulchin12:30 – 3:30 pmSolo acoustic. — Buttonwood Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Out of the Blue1 – 4 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Cuyama Mama & the Hot Flashes1:30 – 4:30 pmThe most rockin', foot stompin', apron flauntin' musical act in the Cuyama Valley. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with TikiBomb4 – 7 pmClassic rock, pop, dance, and even some country. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Buellton with Marty O'Reilly7 pmAmericana. — Standing Sun Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Guilty Pleasure Boys8 – 11 pmLive music. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Sunday, June 28, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic classic rock and country.. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Buellton with Louise Thomas12 – 4 pmLive music. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with the Traveling Hurtados1 – 4 pmClassic rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with Xangie1 – 4 pmLive music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Adam Kogelman2 – 5 pmLive music. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker2 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Stephen Styles3 pmSoulful Americana singer-songwriter. — Theaterfest Garden |
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | |
| Two-Step Lesson with Vannessa in Santa Ynez6 – 7:30 pmTwo-step dancing. — Maverick Saloon |
| Gayraoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam + Drag Extravaganza!8 pmUnleash your inner superstar. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Soul Kool5 – 8 pmSmooth, funky, and old school acoustic. — Solvang Park |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Kleemeier WinesJuly 1–24Wine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Buellton with Killer Duelling Pianos7 – 9:30 pmCrowd requests and sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs anthems as two powerhouse pianists battle it out for musical glory. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, July 2, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Alamos with Teddy Jack6 – 8 pmSinger, songwriter, and guitarist. — The Saloon at 1880 Union Hotel |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, July 3, 2026 | |
| July 3 Kickoff in Santa Ynez with live music from Jimmy Becker4 – 7 pmAlso: oysters by Grassy Bar Oyster Co. and plenty of cold Brander wines for sipping. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
| Live music in Los Olivos with the New Vibe5 – 8 pmFunk+. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Will Breman5:30 – 8 pmSinger/songwriter/multi instrumentalist. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with East Valley Road8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues and Americana — Maverick Saloon |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Are We Not Horses?8:30 – 11:30 pmMaybe we are. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, July 4, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker12 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
Sunday, July 5, 2026 | |
 | Disney's Frozen in SolvangJuly 5 – August 2Disney’s Frozen comes to life on stage with all your favorite songs from the Academy Award-winning animated film—plus new ones that you are sure to love. Join Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, Olaf, and an entire cast of incredible characters on a magical adventure through snowstorms, sisterhood, and self-discovery. With magnificent music, heart, and a flurry of fun, Frozen is an unforgettable celebration of love and letting go. — Solvang Festival Theater |
| Live music in Buellton with Bob Stricklin12 – 4 pmSoul-soothing songs. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with McGuire & Ward2 – 5 pmEclectic mix. — Carhartt Family Wines |
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | |
| Live music in Solvang with Out of the Blue5 – 8 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Solvang Park |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Mazette and live music from Ellis Bryant5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Alamos with Teddy Jack6 – 8 pmSinger, songwriter, and guitarist. — The Saloon at 1880 Union Hotel |
Friday, July 10, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Oddly Straight5:30 – 8 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Rocky Logue1 – 4 pmOriginals, covers, and Hawaiian guitar. — Kaena at the Ranch |
Sunday, July 12, 2026 | |
 | Inaugural Cajun Shrimp Boil in Los Olivos12 – 3 pmWith Chef Melissa of Clean Slate Wine Bar and bottomless glasses of Grenache Rosé and Pantheon. — Demetria |
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Rincons5 – 8 pmOld-time classics. — Solvang Park |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Kelly's Lot5 – 8 pmRock and blues. — Solvang Park |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Gayraoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam + Drag Extravaganza!
- Live music in Buellton with Killer Duelling Pianos
Tuesday, June 30
Wednesday, July 1
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Praise for Dead Reckoning
Local history comes alive.
“A captivating maritime story, both subtle and dramatic.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“A brisk and bracing read.”
—Glen Starkey, New Times San Luis Obispo
“Enjoy this book before it hits the silver screen. With a story so compelling and
cinematic, populated with irresistible characters, it’s destined to become a major motion picture.”
—Terry Rossio, screenwriter, Pirates of the Caribbean
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!
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