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
Thursday, March 5, 2026 | |
 | Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, March 6, 2026 | |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Kool & the Gang8 pmLive music. — Chumash Casino Resort |
 | Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford8 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Just Dave Band8:30 – 11:30 pmCalifornia country. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | |
 | Women Winemakers & Culinarians Foundation Grand Tasting in Santa Ynez11 amThe casitas, barn and lawns of 27 Vines will be filled with dozens of women winemakers and their lady culinary colleagues, fronted by the just-awakening vines of this boutique vineyard. You’ll taste with the winemakers, chefs, and specialty food purveyors themselves as they talk to you about their passion for crafting deliciousness from the bounty of Santa Barbara County. |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Winter Wine Club Release Party in Solvang12 – 3:30 pmLive music, snacks, and new wine releases. — Lincourt Vineyards |
 | Live music in Solvang with Rocky Logue & Reggae Vance1 – 4 pmOriginals, covers, and Hawaiian guitar. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney1 – 5 pmSongwriter, performer, and recording artist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Eric Zobel1:30 – 4:30 pmRock, folk, blues, country, pop, reggae, and contemporary. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the New Vibe2 – 5 pmFunk+. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Solvang with Gator Souffle8 – 11 pmSoulful roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Rebel Heart8:30 – 11:30 pmModern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, March 8, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Natalie Wattré12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with the Traveling Hurtados1 – 4 pmClassic rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music in Buellton with Gator Souffle2 – 4 pmSoulful roots and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | |
| Two-Step Lesson with Vannessa in Santa Ynez6 – 7:30 pmTwo-step dancing. — Maverick Saloon |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4:30 – 6:30 pmGuitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Story of Soil5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, March 12, 2026 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, March 13, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy8 – 11 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Redondo Bitch9 pm'80s. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Oddly Straight1 – 4 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music in Buellton with Matthew Clark1 – 4 pmBeach-town music (originals and covers). — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Sage City Band1:30 – 4:30 pmClassic rock and ukulele. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with Out of the Blue3 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Ray Jaurique Trio8 – 11 pmOriginal roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, March 15, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Kris Simeon12 – 4 pmSinger-songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Buellton Wine & Chili Festival12 – 4:30 pmSample from 30+ wineries, craft breweries, seltzers, ciders, and spirit companies and taste chili and salsa from over 20 cooks! — Flying Flags RV Resort |
 | Live music with Cowboy Diplomacy1 – 4 pmLive music. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Buellton with Amber & Smoke1 – 5 pmCalifornia folk 'n' soul. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Celtic Concert in Los Olivos with the Folk Orchestra of Santa Barbara4 pmA vibrant celebration of Celtic music just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. — St. Mark's in the Valley |
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | |
| Two-Step Lesson with Vannessa in Santa Ynez6 – 7:30 pmTwo-step dancing. — Maverick Saloon |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Victor Valencia4:30 – 6:30 pmCovers and originals in English & Spanish. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Alma Rosa5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Vonda Shepard7 pmTales from the Tavern. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, March 20, 2026 | |
| Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford8 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Saturday, March 21, 2026 | |
 | Sip & Chip Chenin Blanc Release in SolvangMarch 21–22All weekend long, Lucas & Lewellen will be pairing their new 2025 Chenin Blanc with sour cream & onion potato chips to demonstrate the power of balance with acidity cutting cream, salt amplifying fruit, and texture meeting texture. Complimentary tastings for walk-ins. — Lucas & Lewellen Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
 | Guided Vineyard Hike in Santa Ynez10 amThis immersive walk through the vines offers a closer look at the history, land, and thoughtful winemaking practices that define Sunstone Estate. — Sunstone Winery |
 | Live music in Buellton with Paul Kent12 – 4 pmRock, country, pop and folk favorites. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Live music with Nataly Lola1 pm – 1 amSinger/songwriter. — Rancho Sisquoc |
| Live music in Solvang with Rocky Logue1 – 4 pmOriginals, covers, and Hawaiian guitar. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music with Free Radicals1:30 – 4:30 pmAmericana, blues-inspired rock, covers, and originals. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with Marika & the Ohms3 – 6 pmClassic and new rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy8 – 11 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Sunday, March 22, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmGuitar. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Live music with the Traveling Hurtados1 – 4 pmClassic rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker1 – 5 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4:30 – 6:30 pmGuitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Friday, March 27, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Richiman & Groove Nice5 – 8 pmAmerican blues from South Korea. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Everclear7 pmAlt rock. — Solvang Festival Theater |
 | Next Stop Comedy in Los Olivos7 pmFeaturing Justin Foster, Kelly Farmer, and Ric Rosario. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with June Clivas8 – 11 pmHigh energy country, rock, and western. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Saturday, March 28, 2026 | |
 | Painting in the Vineyard in Buellton11 amEnjoy a relaxed afternoon of creativity surrounded by vineyard views while guided step-by-step by a professional artist. No previous painting experience is necessary, making it accessible for beginners and seasoned creatives alike. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Spring Shuck & Sip in Santa Ynez12:30 – 4:15 pmBrander is teaming up with their friends at Grassy Bar Oyster Co. for an afternoon of fresh oysters, live music, and incredible wine. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
| Live music in Solvang with Oddly Straight1 – 4 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Kaena at the Ranch |
| Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney1 – 4 pmSongwriter, performer, and recording artist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Brian Kinsella Band1:30 – 4:30 pmBlues. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Guilty Pleasure Boys8 – 11 pmLive music. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Sunday, March 29, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | |
 | Moonrise Swim in Los Alamos5 – 9 pmEach month, as the sun sets and the full moon rises, Skyview invites you to soak up the views and the vibes at Moonrise Swims — a series of elevated evenings soundtracked by live DJ sets on the iconic hilltop pool deck. — Skyview Motel |
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Bill Rotella4:30 – 6:30 pmAmericana singer and guitarist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Friday, April 3, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Out of the Blue5 – 8 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Carhartt Family Wines |
| Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford8 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Saturday, April 4, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor12 – 4 pmRock, country, and blues. — Firestone 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 in Solvang with Gator Souffle8 – 11 pmSoulful roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Sunday, April 5, 2026 | |
 | Easter Brunch in Santa Ynez10 amAnnual Easter celebration at the winery. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
Saturday, April 18, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with CRV12 – 4 pmCountry and rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | The Winemaker’s Table: An Evening of Rideau Reds5:30 pmEnjoy a multi-course dinner by Chef Melissa Scrymgeour, thoughtfully paired with a curated lineup of Rideau red wines. — Rideau Vineyard |
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Live music in Santa Ynez with the Just Dave Band
- Women Winemakers & Culinarians Foundation Grand Tasting in Santa Ynez
- Buellton Wine & Chili Festival
- Celtic Concert in Los Olivos with the Folk Orchestra of Santa Barbara
- Live music in Los Olivos with Richiman & Groove Nice
- Spring Shuck & Sip in Santa Ynez
Friday, March 6
Saturday, March 7
Sunday, March 15
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
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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!