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
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Josiah Frias4 – 7 pmClassical guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, November 21, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Terry LawlessNovember 21–27Solo show of fun '70s pop tunes from the keyboardist / programmer of U2. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music with Richiman & Groove Nice7:30 – 10:30 pmBlues trio. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, November 22, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Victor Valencia4 – 7 pmCovers and originals in English & Spanish. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Mia Girard4:30 – 6 pmAcoustic classics in an intimate setting. — SAMsARA Wine Co. |
 | Winemaker Nebbiolo Dinner5 pm— — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Solvang with Uncle John’s BandNovember 22–29Details not available. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Solvang with Christian Love8 – 11:30 pmIndie pop and rock. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Robert Heft Band8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, November 23, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Katie Leigh & the Infantry12 – 4 pm— — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic guitar. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music in Buellton with the Shawn Jones Trio1 – 5 pmBlues, roots, and rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Winetones1:30 – 4:30 pmFolk and blues duo. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the Will Stephens Band3 – 6 pmFun and danceable. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jacob Cole7 – 10 pmSinger-songwriter. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
 | Live music in Solvang with Gator Souffle7 – 10 pmSoulful roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Solvang with Eric Zobel8 – 11 pmRock, folk, blues, country, pop, reggae, and contemporary. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Flannel 1019 pm'90s rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, November 24, 2024 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Bob Strickland12 – 4 pmIn the garden. — Vega Vineyard & Farm |
 | Live music with Nate & Hector1 – 4 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Buellton with Do No Harm1 – 5 pmBlues, rock, motown, and soul. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson Reunion Night8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern country and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 | |
| Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4 – 7 pmAcoustic guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jeff Elliott & Wes Marquette8 – 10 pmJazz. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Thursday, November 28, 2024 | |
 | Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, November 29, 2024 | |
 | A Cowboy Christmas in BuelltonNovember 29 – December 31A Cowboy Christmas returns for another year of holiday activities for all ages. — River View Park |
 | Holiday Light & Music Show in SolvangEvery evening during Solvang Julefest, Solvang Park will come alive with all that sparkles and shines! Enjoy a 10-minute light and music display on the hour each night, right in the center of all of Solvang’s holiday magic. Light show times 5 pm, 6 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm, and 9 pm. — Solvang Park |
 | Julefest in SolvangSolvang Julefest is a month+ of lights, celebratory events, and holiday cheer. Visit for family fun, seasonal music, holiday shopping, culinary delights, wine & beer, and more. |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Sean Wiggins12 – 4 pmOriginals and classic covers. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with the T-Bone Ramblers4 – 7 pmClassic rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Molly Ringwald Project9 pm'80s music. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, November 30, 2024 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Brian Black12 – 4 pmClassics and blues. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with the Jayden Secor Band1 – 5 pmRock, country, and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Brian Kinsella Band1:30 – 4:30 pmBlues. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music with Adrian Floy & THC2 – 5 pmReggae. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Solvang with Joel Martin7 – 10 pmVintage sounds. — Arrowsmith's Wine Bar |
 | Live music in Solvang with Nicole Sophia8 – 11 pmIndie pop/rock singer/songwriter. — The Good Life |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with the Ranch Hands Country Jam Band8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 1, 2024 | |
 | Live music with the Traveling Hurtados1 – 4 pmDetails not available. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with John Holiday & Kevin J. Miller4 pmCounter tenor John Holiday and pianist Kevin J. Miller will perorm classical song cycles by Florence Price and by Margaret Bonds, selections from Robert L. Morris' Lyric Suite cycle of spirituals in gospel style, and songs from the American songbook and contemporary composers. — St. Mark's in the Valley |
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Thursday, December 5, 2024 | |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 6, 2024 | |
 | Solvang Tree Lighting Ceremony5:30 – 6:30 pmSolvang Julefest Tree Lighting includes various festivities including ballerinas, live entertainment, and caroling. — Solvang Park |
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | |
 | Solvang Julefest Parade11 amJoin the fun of the jubilant Solvang Julefest Parade, one of the most anticipated seasonal events in Solvang. |
 | Los Olivos Olde Fashioned Christmas2 – 7 pmVisit Open Houses, experience snow, and get fun photos, treats, and deals at shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms. Tree lighting is at 6pm. |
| Live music with the Vanise Terry Band3 – 6 pm— — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
Sunday, December 8, 2024 | |
| Live music with Nate & Hector1 – 4 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
Saturday, December 14, 2024 | |
 | Live music with Out of the Blue3 – 6 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
| Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
Saturday, December 21, 2024 | |
| Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers4 – 7 pmSingers fill the air with holiday tunes as they roam the streets of downtown Solvang. — Solvang Park |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Live music with Richiman & Groove Nice
- Winemaker Nebbiolo Dinner
- Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson Reunion Night
- Live music in Los Olivos with John Holiday & Kevin J. Miller
- Solvang Tree Lighting Ceremony
- Solvang Julefest Parade
Thursday, November 21
Friday, November 22
Tuesday, November 26
Sunday, December 1
Friday, December 6
Saturday, December 7
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!