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 | |
 | A Cowboy Christmas in BuelltonNovember 29 – December 31A Cowboy Christmas returns for another year of holiday activities for all ages. — River View Park |
 | Holiday Light & Music Show in SolvangEvery evening during Solvang Julefest, Solvang Park will come alive with all that sparkles and shines! Enjoy a 10-minute light and music display on the hour each night, right in the center of all of Solvang’s holiday magic. Light show times 5 pm, 6 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm, and 9 pm. — Solvang Park |
 | Julefest in SolvangSolvang Julefest is a month+ of lights, celebratory events, and holiday cheer. Visit for family fun, seasonal music, holiday shopping, culinary delights, wine & beer, and more. |
Thursday, December 5, 2024 | |
 | Winemaker tasting in Santa Ynez4:30 pmCabernet Sauvignon with Fred Brander. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Wine School: Wine and Cheese Pairing7 – 8:30 pmLearn to pair wine and food with sommelier Wes Hogan. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
 | Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 6, 2024 | |
 | SYV Holiday Lights Festival in BuelltonThe third annual SYV Holiday Lights Festival hosted by the Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden will take place over the course of 3 weekends in December. — Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker4 – 7 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Christmas Open House4 – 6 pmJoin us for a delightful tasting of Christmas wines, perfectly paired with a selection of holiday cheeses and artisan chocolates from Stafford’s Chocolate. — Lucas & Lewellen Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
 | Christmas Open House4 – 6 pmSavor Jill’s homemade biscotti with Toccata Late Harvest Moscato and indulge in a festive mulled wine. — Toccata Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with The New Vibe5 – 8 pmFunk. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Solvang Tree Lighting Ceremony5:30 – 6:30 pmSolvang Julefest Tree Lighting includes various festivities including ballerinas, live entertainment, and caroling. — Solvang Park |
 | Live music in Solvang with J.P. McDermottDecember 6–24Rockabilly. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Solvang with Shawn JonesDecember 6–10Blues/rock/Americana. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Are We Not Horses?8:30 – 11:30 pmMaybe we are. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | |
 | Holiday market in Santa YnezDecember 7–8Experience a European-inspired market of lights and delights, where you can enjoy local gift vendors, festive food and beverage, Santa Claus, and more. — Sunstone Winery |
 | Solvang Julefest Parade11 amJoin the fun of the jubilant Solvang Julefest Parade, one of the most anticipated seasonal events in Solvang. |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Kelly Fitzgerald12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker12 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Brander Navidad12:30 pmLive music, folk art exhibit, and wine tasting. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with the Lowdown Dudes1 – 5 pmClassic rock covers and originals. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Oddly Straight1:30 – 4:30 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas2 – 7 pmVisit Open Houses, experience snow, and get fun photos, treats, and deals at shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms. Tree lighting is at 6pm. |
 | Live music with the Vanise Terry Band3 – 6 pm— — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Jonathan Firey4 – 7 pmSolo acoustic guitar. — Carr Winery |
 | Live music in Solvang with Gator SouffleDecember 7–23Soulful roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Burlesque Bingo in Solvang7 pmBingo meets striptease! — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jared Nels7 – 10 pmSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
 | Live music in Solvang with Keith CoxDecember 7–16Classic rock and adult contemporary. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Tex Pistols8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | |
 | Wine tasting in Solvang with Kris Beverly of Civilization Wine12 – 3 pmMeet Your Maker. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor12 – 4 pmRock, country, and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jacob ColeDecember 8–11Singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Live music with Nate & Hector1 – 4 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Buellton with Kelly Fitzgerald1 – 5 pmSinger/songwriter. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Green Flag SummerDecember 8–30Rock, reggae, and covers. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music in Solvang with Joel Jacks, Hayli Carleton, and Jonathan Firey8 – 10 pmA Nashville-style songwriting round. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels4 – 7 pmAt Pops Place. Santa Barbara singer/songwriter. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, December 12, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Dave Tate8 – 10 pmSinger/songwriter. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Open Mic Night in Santa YnezDecember 12–28It's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 13, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian GalyshDecember 13–27Acoustic guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Brian BlackDecember 13–15Classics and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Solvang with Laine & Pat8 – 11 pmFriday Night Jam session. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Molly Ringwald Project9 pm'80s music. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 14, 2024 | |
 | Annual Makers Faire in Los Olivos11 am – 3 pmKick off the holiday season in wine country, support our community of local artists, and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. — Zaca Mesa Winery |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Do No Harm12 – 4 pmBlues, rock, motown, and soul. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Marika & the Ohms1 – 5 pmClassic and new rock. — 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 Out of the Blue3 – 6 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Winter Wonder Concert of Carols3 – 4:30 pmPerformed by the Santa Ynez Valley Chorale. At the Solvang Veteran’s Building. |
| Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
| Country dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy7 – 10 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Solvang with Jonathan Firey7 – 10 pmSolo acoustic guitar. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
 | Live music in Solvang with Chris Stills8 – 11:30 pmSinger/songwriter. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Solvang with Nicole SophiaDecember 14–30Indie pop/rock singer/songwriter. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Pull the Trigger8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 15, 2024 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic guitar. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 – 4 pmAt Pops Place. Santa Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Buellton with Night Ridge1 – 5 pmCountry, classic rock, R&B, 50s, 60s, 70s rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Lenny Kerley Band1:30 pm— — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 | |
| Local's Night Holiday Potluck6 – 9 pmPut on that Holiday Sweater, bring a dish, and join local friends in the cellar around a roaring fire for a night of holiday merriment. Beer and wine specials as well as our famous housemade Danish Glogg (mulled wine) and holiday music. — The Good Life |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4 – 7 pmAcoustic guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Dezelle7 – 10 pmSinger-songwriter. Opening set from Robbie Kaye and Arwen Lewis. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Thursday, December 19, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Solvang from Christian Lopez8 – 11 pmAmericana singer/songwriter. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 20, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Arwen Lewis7 – 10 pmSinger, songwriter, and guitarist. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with 33 Thunder8:30 – 11:30 pmModern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 21, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Lindsey Suarez12 – 4 pmSolo acoustic. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with the Jayden Secor BandDecember 21–30Rock, country, and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Barry McGuireDecember 21–26Eclectic mix of music on acoustic guitar. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music with Adrian Floy & THC3 – 6 pmReggae. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
| Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy7 – 10 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Solvang with Brian Black7 – 10 pmClassics and blues. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
| Live music in Solvang with Spencer the Gardner, Zach Madden, and Guests8 – 11 pmWinter Solstice Singer/Songwriter Celebration. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Solvang with Eric ZobelDecember 21–23Rock, folk, blues, country, pop, reggae, and contemporary. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Jimi Nelson Band8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 22, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music with Nate & Hector1 – 4 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker1 – 5 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music with the Zydeco Zippers5 – 8 pmZydeco, probably. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Thursday, December 26, 2024 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 27, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Robert Heft Band8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 28, 2024 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music with the Reserve1:30 – 4:30 pmAmericana. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music with the Lowdown Dudes2 pmClassic garage rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Solvang with Jared Nels8 – 11 pmSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — The Good Life |
 | Jazz & Jazz Adjacent in Solvang8 – 11 pmFeaturing Austin Beede, Andrew Martinez, Ben Wilmore, & Rob Moreno. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Flannel 1019 pm'90s rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 29, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Ray Jaurique12 – 4 pmOriginal roots and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music with Matthew Clark1 – 4 pmBeach-town music (originals and covers). — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with the Will Stephens Band5 – 8 pmFun and danceable. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 | |
| New Year's Eve Celebration12 – 10 pmCelebrate New Year's Eve on East Coast Time in the cellar around a warm fire. The night will include party favors and a Sparkling Toast at 9pm. — The Good Life |
 | New Year's Eve Party in Santa Ynez with LiveWire and DJ Lex8 pmNYE party. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, January 4, 2025 | |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with the Tex PistolsJanuary 4 – October 25Blues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Live music in Los Olivos with The New Vibe
- Solvang Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Solvang Julefest Parade
- Burlesque Bingo in Solvang
- Live music in Solvang with Dezelle
Friday, December 6
Saturday, December 7
Wednesday, December 18
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!