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
Friday, February 13, 2026 | |
 | Chocolate and Wine Pairing Experience in Santa YnezFebruary 13–15Celebrate love and indulgence this Valentine’s Day weekend with perfectly paired wines and handcrafted chocolates from Twenty-Four Blackbird. — Sunstone Winery |
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
 | Valentines Wine & Truffle Weekend in Santa Ynez with Live MusicFebruary 14–15Includes artisan chocolates from Jessica Foster Confections, a flight of five signature Brander wines, and music from Hayli Carleton (Saturday) and Lindsey Marie (Sunday). — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Valentines Day live music with Russ Douglass12 – 3 pmBring your own picnic! — Rancho Sisquoc |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Brian Black12 – 4 pmClassics and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Oddly Straight1 – 4 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music with Barry McGuire1:30 – 4:30 pmEclectic mix of music on acoustic guitar. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Solvag with Matt Price2 – 4:30 pmClassical guitar. — Toccata Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor2 – 5 pmRock, country, and blues. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Valentine's Dinner in Santa Ynez6 – 9 pmA curated prix fixe menu paired with Roblar wines. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
Sunday, February 15, 2026 | |
 | Winter club release in Los Olivos with live music from Do No Harm12 – 4 pmTaste the newly released Firestone Winter Club wines and enjoy live music by Do No Harm. Indulge in a comforting menu prepared by Ellie’s Tap & Vine Catering, featuring Pasta with savory meat ragu, herbs, cheese, and tomatoes, paired with a fresh green salad with vinaigrette. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Friday, February 27, 2026 | |
 | Next Stop Comedy in Los Olivos7 pmFeaturing Wendy Wilkins, Mike Pi, and CM Gorham. — Firestone Vineyard |
Monday, March 2, 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, March 4, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Ordinary Elephant7 pmTales from the Tavern. — 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. |
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 |
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 |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Valentines Wine & Truffle Weekend in Santa Ynez with Live Music
- Live music in Santa Ynez with Ordinary Elephant
- Live music in Los Olivos with Richiman & Groove Nice
Saturday, February 14
Wednesday, March 4
Friday, March 27
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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!