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
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Ongoing | |
 | Beehive The '60s musical in SolvangAugust 7–23Beehive - The 60s Musical is a joyful, high-energy tribute to the women and music that rocked a generation. With unforgettable hits like “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “Son of a Preacher Man,” and “Me and Bobby McGee,” from legends like Diana Ross, Janis Joplin, Carole King, and Aretha Franklin, this feel-good show brings the spirit of the 1960s roaring back to life. From sock hops to social change, discover the voices of a decade that redefined everything. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Tuesday, August 11, 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, August 12, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Stacked5 – 8 pmRock. — Solvang Park |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with the Fire & Wine winemakers and live music from Ellis Bryant5 – 7 pmParticipating wineries including Loubud, Spear, Sanford, Ojai Vineyard, Donnachadh, and Babcock. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, August 13, 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, August 14, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Kenny Taylor5:30 – 8 pmPaso Robles singer-songwriter. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
 | Outdoor movie night in Los Olivos featuring Airplane!8:30 pmSurely you can’t be serious. — Coquelicot Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Molly Ringwald Project.9 pm'80s music. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Ghost Monster12 – 4 pmFeel-good rock 'n' roll. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jacob Cole1 – 4 pmSinger-songwriter. — Rideau Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Oddly Straight1 – 4 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Comparative Tasting with Bien Nacido Vineyards & Melville in Los Olivos1 – 3 pmGuests will enjoy four comparative flights featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and a special “Wild Card” selection. Leading the conversation will be winemakers Blair Fox, Chad Melville and Anthony Avila with Fess Parker Winery owner Eli Parker and president Tim Snider moderating an engaging panel discussion. — Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music with the Unaccompanied Miners1:30 – 4:30 pmLive music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Salty Strings3 – 6 pmHigh-energy bluegrass & string band. — Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard |
 | Jimi Nelson pre-show in Santa Ynez5 – 7:30 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Les Rose5:30 – 8:30 pmJazz. — McClain Cellars |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson9 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 16, 2026 | |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson12 – 4 pmClassic and modern country on the patio. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Buellton with Natalie Wattré12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Matthew Clark12 – 4 pmBeach-town music (originals and covers). — Sunstone Winery |
 | Live music with Tony Buck & the Cadillac Angels1 – 4 pmMidwestern roots and California surf. — 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 |
Tuesday, August 18, 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, August 19, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Smelly Cat5 – 8 pm'90s music. — Solvang Park |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Lumen Wines5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, August 20, 2026 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, August 21, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Manny English3 – 6 pmLive music. — Andrew Murray Vineyards |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Catalina Esteves5:30 – 8 pmAcoustic covers. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
| 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 |
| Live music in Solvang with Stacked8:30 – 11:30 pmRock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Taste the Trail wine tasting event12 – 3 pmTaste the Trail features over 10 renowned wineries from the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail, all gathering at Zaca Mesa Winery. — Zaca Mesa Winery |
 | Live music in Buellton with Kielo Smith12 – 4 pmLive music. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | From Dirt to Glass tasting experience in Solvang12 – 3 pmSpecial tasting flight of Kaena wines from the various terroirs of Santa Ynez Valley, curated & led by Kaena winemaker, Mikael Sigouin. The flight will include white & red wines. A mixture of library & current wines will be on the flight. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music in Solvang with Bill Rotella1 – 4 pmAmericana singer and guitarist. — Rideau Vineyard |
 | Live music in Solvang with Joey Sykes1 – 4 pmClassic new rock. — Kaena at the Ranch |
| Live music with the Van Allen Twins1:30 – 4:30 pmLive music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the Ray Jaurique Band4 – 7 pmOriginal roots and blues. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Just Dave Band8:30 – 11:30 pmCalifornia country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 23, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Joel Martin12 – 4 pmVintage sounds. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with the Just Dave Band12 – 4 pmCalifornia country. — Sunstone Winery |
 | 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 Solvang with Dreamland Band3 – 5 pmFeaturing Kimberly Ford and the music of Joni Mitchell. — Theaterfest Garden |
Tuesday, August 25, 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, August 26, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Soul Kool5 – 8 pmSmooth, funky, and old school acoustic. — Solvang Park |
 | 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 |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Koehler5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, August 27, 2026 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, August 28, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Natalie Espinoza5:30 – 8 pmJazz, pop, and R&B. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with 33 Thunder8:30 – 11:30 pmModern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with the Ray Jaurique Trio12 – 4 pmOriginal roots and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jez Blacker1 – 4 pmLive music. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music with Paradise Kings1:30 – 4:30 pmBlues and more. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the New Vibe4 – 7 pmFunk+. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | 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 |
| Live music in Solvang with Les Rose5:30 – 8:30 pmJazz. — McClain Cellars |
 | Live music in Solvang with The Caverns performing Led Zeppelin II7:30 pmFeaturing opening act TD Lind & The Aviators. — Solvang Festival Theater |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Flannel 1019 pm90s rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 30, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Manny Mestas12 – 4 pmClassical/Spanish guitarist. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic classic rock and country. — Sunstone Winery |
 | Live music with Porch Critter1 – 4 pmAcoustic rock, alt-country, and California country-rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar rock. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Tuesday, September 1, 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 |
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, September 4, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with David Tate5:30 – 8 pmSinger/songwriter. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with the Caverns8:30 – 11:30 pmRock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, September 5, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with CRV12 – 4 pmCountry and rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Buellton with Kielo Smith12 – 4 pmLive music. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Buellton with Nataly Lola12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
| Live music in Solvang with Joey Sykes1 – 4 pmClassic new rock. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music with Out of the Blue4 – 7 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with CRV8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry and rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, September 6, 2026 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Jared Nels12 pm – 4 amSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
Friday, September 18, 2026 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Noach Tangeras3 – 6 pmAmerican roots. — Andrew Murray Vineyards |
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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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