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
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 | 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 |
Wednesday, July 29, 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 Tyler Winery5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Solvang with Territorial Law5 – 8 pmMusic in the Park. — Solvang Park |
Thursday, July 30, 2026 | |
 | Family Barbecue in Los Olivos4 – 7 pmRepresenting Team USA, the Parker family will be pouring Fess Parker wines alongside smashburgers and beer from Third Window Brewing. Representing Team Italia, the Crestanelli family — together with Nella Kitchen & Bar — will be serving Italian-inspired bites and refreshing seasonal cocktails. Location is the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn in Los Olivos. — Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Honey Disposition4:30 – 7:30 pmSinger-songwriters influenced by folk, jazz, rock, and pop. — Buttonwood Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Sean Harris5 – 8 pmLive music. — The Landsby |
 | Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, July 31, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Freddy & Friends5 – 8 pmLive music. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Rick Springfield8 pmLive music. — Chumash Casino Resort |
 | Live music in Solvang with June Clivas8 – 11 pmHigh energy country, rock, and western. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the TD Lind & the Aviators8:30 – 11:30 pmIndie rock. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Outdoor movie night in Los Olivos featuring Point Break8:30 pmThe only law that matters is gravity. — Coquelicot Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Matthew Clark12 – 4 pmBeach-town music (originals and covers). — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with CRV12 – 4 pmCountry and rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with the Sage City Band1 – 4 pmClassic rock and ukulele. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Winetones1:30 – 4:30 pmFolk and blues duo. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with Cowboy Diplomacy4 – 7 pmLive music. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Rincons8 – 11 pmOld-time classics. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with CRV8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry and rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 2, 2026 | |
 | 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 Solvang with Salty Strings3 pmHigh-energy bluegrass & string band. — Theaterfest Garden |
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Sandhi5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Solvang with Terry & the Ripleys5 – 8 pmClassic and modern rock covers. — Solvang Park |
Thursday, August 6, 2026 | |
| Live music in Solvang with Harrison Swalley5 – 8 pmLive music. — The Landsby |
Friday, August 7, 2026 | |
| Outdoor movie night in Los Olivos featuring The Breakfast Club8:30 pmWe're all pretty bizarre. Some of us are just better at hiding it. — Coquelicot Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
Saturday, August 8, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor12 – 4 pmRock, country, and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Dogs on the Lawn fundraiser in Los Olivos12 – 5 pmSips and bites for you and your pup with 20% of proceeds benefiting Santa Barbara Humane. — Koehler Winery |
 | 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 |
| Greek Night in the Vines in Buellton5:30 pmFood curated by Chef Chris Rossi and Demetrios Loizides alongside Vega Vineyard award-winning wines. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
Sunday, August 9, 2026 | |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Stacked5 – 8 pmRock. — Solvang Park |
Thursday, August 13, 2026 | |
| Live music in Solvang with Ciela Ashworth5 – 8 pmLive music. — The Landsby |
Friday, August 14, 2026 | |
| Outdoor movie night in Los Olivos featuring Airplane!8:30 pmSurely you can’t be serious. — Coquelicot Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Ghost Monster12 – 4 pmFeel-good rock 'n' roll. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music with the Unaccompanied Miners1:30 – 4:30 pmLive music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Sunday, August 16, 2026 | |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Smelly Cat5 – 8 pm'90s music. — Solvang Park |
Friday, August 21, 2026 | |
| Outdoor movie night in Los Olivos featuring Top Gun: Maverick8:30 pmYou can't get a promotion, you won't retire, and despite your best efforts, you refuse to die. — Coquelicot Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music with the Van Allen Twins1:30 – 4:30 pmLive music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Soul Kool5 – 8 pmSmooth, funky, and old school acoustic. — Solvang Park |
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with the Ray Jaurique Trio12 – 4 pmOriginal roots and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music with Paradise Kings1:30 – 4:30 pmBlues and more. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Last Light of Summer with Yacht Rock in Solvang5 – 7 pmEnjoy an easygoing evening as the sun dips low and the tasting room fills with the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock. Sail away through a lineup of Lucas & Lewellen wines while the laid-back rhythms of classic coastal hits carry us into the last light of summer. Enjoy a nostalgic bite, raise a glass with friends, and soak in that perfect golden hour glow before summer slips away. — Lucas & Lewellen Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar rock. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with CRV12 – 4 pmCountry and rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Family Barbecue in Los Olivos
- Dogs on the Lawn fundraiser in Los Olivos
Thursday, July 30
Saturday, August 8
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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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