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
Tuesday, May 12, 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, May 13, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4:30 – 6:30 pmGuitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Mckinney Vineyards and live music from Ellis Bryant5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, May 14, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Ciela Ashworth5 – 8 pmLive music. — The Landsby |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, May 15, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Terry & the Ripleys5 – 8 pmClassic and modern rock covers. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Brady Harris5 – 8 pmAmericana and rock. — Alisal River Grill |
 | Stand-Up Comedy in Buellton7 – 8:30 pmTicket includes popcorn and a glass of estate wine. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Mercantile Sessions8 – 11 pmLive music. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford8 – 11 pmCountry/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Sega Genecide11:30 pm'90s. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | |
 | Santa Ynez Valley Chorale live in SolvangMay 16–17"Songs Along the Road We Share." Performances Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 pm at the Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall. |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmGuitar. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Rocky Logue1 – 4 pmOriginals, covers, and Hawaiian guitar. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music with Barry McGuire1:30 – 4:30 pmEclectic mix of music on acoustic guitar. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with Jacob & the Good Vibes3 – 6 pmR&B, Latin groove, and reggae vibe. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy8 – 11 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Pull the Trigger8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Taste the Future: 2025 White Wines1 pmAn exclusive pre-bottling tasting of Brick Barn's 2025 white wines, guided by winemaker Adrian Bolshoi. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Traveling Hurtados1 – 4 pmClassic rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with the Lenny Kerley Band1 – 4 pmFunky rock and blues. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Buellton with Gator Souffle2 – 4 pmSoulful roots and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Hector Hurtado2 – 5 pmClassic rock. — Carhartt Family Wines |
Tuesday, May 19, 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, May 20, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Victor Valencia4:30 – 6:30 pmCovers and originals in English & Spanish. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, May 22, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Brady Harris4:30 – 7:30 pmAmericana and rock. — Flying Flags RV Resort |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with the Lenny Kerley Band5 – 8 pmFunky rock and blues. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Molly Ringwald Project9 pm'80s music. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 23, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with CRV12 – 4 pmCountry and rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | 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 Larry Williams & the Groove1:30 – 4:30 pmClassics and blues. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with Tony Buck & the Cadillac Angels3 – 6 pmMidwestern roots and California surf. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Songwriters Circle in Los Olivos7 pmFeaturing acoustic performances and stories from Nashville singer-songwriters Marv Green, Pryor Baird, and Tim Nichols. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with 33 Thunder8:30 – 11:30 pmModern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, May 24, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Natalie Wattré12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with Mayatodd1 – 4 pmLive music. — 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 Jimmy Becker2 – 4 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Oddly Straight2 – 5 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Flannel 1019 pm90s rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Monday, May 25, 2026 | |
 | Live music from Tina Schlieske & the Graceland Exiles with Sister Laura1:30 – 4:30 pmOriginal material as well as old R&B, rock. and soul. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, May 26, 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, May 27, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney1 – 4 pmSongwriter, performer, and recording artist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Arwen Lewis8 – 10 pmSinger, songwriter, and guitarist. — The Landsby |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, May 29, 2026 | |
| Golden Hour at Folded Hills with Live Music from Jimmy Becker4 – 7 pmIncludes happy hour wine by the glass, a food truck, lawn games, a mini petting zoo, and family friendly activities. — Folded Hills Winery Homestead Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with The T-Bone Ramblers5 – 8 pmClassic rock & Americana. — Carhartt Family Wines |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with CRV8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry and rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, May 30, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Paul Kent12 – 4 pmRock, country, pop and folk favorites. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Buellton with Amber & Smoke1 – 5 pmCalifornia folk 'n' soul. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| Live music in Solvang with Brady Harris1 – 4 pmAmericana and rock. — Buttonwood Winery & Vineyard |
| Live music with the Honeysuckle Possums1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the New Vibe4 – 7 pmFunk+. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | 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 |
Sunday, May 31, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Bob Stricklin12 – 4 pmSoul-soothing songs. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar rock. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music in Buellton with the Paul Kent Band2 – 4 pmRock, country, pop and folk favorites. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Alan Satchwell2 – 5 pmJazz. — Carhartt Family Wines |
Sunday, June 7, 2026 | |
 | The Wilderness Table dinner in Solvang4 – 8 pmThis gathering brings together community, conservation, and the bounty of the Central Coast. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated, multi-course meal under the open sky, paired with exceptional wines and meaningful conversation. |
Thursday, June 11, 2026 | |
 | Come From Away in SolvangJune 11–27An uplifting, Tony-award-winning musical based on a real story. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Sunday, June 14, 2026 | |
 | Live music with Petty Party in Solvang3 pmPetty Party delivers a high-energy, heartfelt tribute to one of the most iconic catalogs in rock history. From the first chord to the final encore, the band captures the sound, spirit, and soul of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers with stunning authenticity—faithfully recreating the songs that defined generations. Expect a hit-packed evening featuring classics like “American Girl,” “Refugee,” “Free Fallin’,” “I Won’t Back Down,” “Runnin’ Down a Dream,” and many more. — Theaterfest Garden |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Songwriters Circle in Los Olivos
- The Wilderness Table dinner in Solvang
Saturday, May 23
Sunday, June 7
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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!
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