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
Ongoing | |
 | Something Rotten in SolvangAugust 1–23Join the Bottom Brothers on a riotous quest to outshine Shakespeare in this uproariously entertaining musical romp. Something Rotten blends sixteenth-century wit with twenty-first-century Broadway flair to prove that stardom requires kicking up your heels and staying true to yourself. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | |
 | Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jayden Secor4:30 – 6:30 pmRock, country, and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Kelly's Lot5 – 8 pmRock and blues. — Solvang Park |
 | Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Tatomer and live music5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Eliza Gilkyson and Nina Gerber7:30 pmTales from the Tavern. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Lisa-Marie Johnston8 – 10 pmBay Area blues, folk, rock, and Americana singer-songwriter. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Thursday, August 21, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Solvang with Shawn Jones and The Imaginaries8 – 10 pmRoots/Americana/Blues/Rock from SYV regular Shawn Jones and American from Oklahoma duo The Imaginaries. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, August 22, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Adrian Galysh4 – 7 pmAcoustic guitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Buellton with Brady Harris4:30 – 7:30 pmAmericana and rock. — Flying Flags RV Resort |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Waymarkers8 – 11 pmCeltic. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Solvang with Steve Ochoa8 – 11 pmGuitar and song. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Pull the Trigger8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, August 23, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Do No Harm12 – 4 pmBlues, rock, motown, and soul. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music in Solvang with Brady Harris1 – 4 pmAmericana and rock. — Buttonwood Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Different Strings1 – 5 pmRock, adult contemporary, and classic rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Sage City Band1:30 – 4:30 pmClassic rock and ukulele. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with The Roots Rockers4 – 7 pmNo details. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Harvest Party and Blessing of the Grapes in Buellton4:30 – 7 pmCelebrate the 2025 harvest at Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards, 132 Easy Street in Buellton. — Lucas & Lewellen Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Solvang: Winemaker Showcase with Drew Lawrence6 – 11 pmEight new artists share their stories and express their voices through original collaborations with songwriter Drew Lawrence. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Movies Under the Stars: Mamma Mia!6:30 pmJoin us Demetria for evening under the stars at one of their summer "Movie in the Vineyard" nights. Each ticket includes a bottle of wine to share, all-you-can-eat artisan cuisine from De La Vina catering, and popcorn & candy. Upon arrival, enjoy a glass of wine and hors d'oeuvres in the upper courtyard. — Demetria |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Knee Deep8 pmJazz, R&B, pop, soul, and funk. — Chumash Casino Resort |
 | 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 Jimi Nelson8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 24, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with LiveWire12 – 4 pmClassic rock. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney1 – 5 pmSongwriter. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Nate Latta & the Tailgaters1 – 4 pmAmericana, rockabilly, and alt-country. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music from Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Solvang with Soul Majestic3 – 5 pmReggae. — Theaterfest Garden |
| Live music in Santa Ynez with Jimi Nelson3 – 7 pmClassic and modern country. — Maverick Saloon |
Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, August 27, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with Jimmy Becker4:30 – 6:30 pmAcoustic eclectic originals and covers. At Pop's Place. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Soul Kool5 – 8 pmSmooth, funky, and old school acoustic. — Solvang Park |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Grassini and live music5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Thursday, August 28, 2025 | |
 | Songs for Nobodies in SolvangAugust 28 – September 7Featuring songs by Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Edith Piaf, Billie Holiday, and Maria Callas. Step into the mesmerizing world of Songs for Nobodies, where the paths of some of the most legendary singers of all time intersect with those of everyday women in a tour de force of inspiration and resilience. — Solvang Festival Theater |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, August 29, 2025 | |
 | Brander 50th Anniversary Open House WeekendAugust 29–31Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Click for details. — Brander Winery & Vineyard |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Bill Rotella4 – 7 pmAmericana singer and guitarist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy8 – 11 pmRock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
Saturday, August 30, 2025 | |
 | Cars & Coffee, Brunch & Music10 amCars & Coffee will start and happen the last Saturday of every month! All car lovers welcome, all rides or no rides! — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Out of the Blue1 – 5 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with the Will Stephens Band1:30 – 4:30 pmFun and danceable. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the New Vibe4 – 7 pmFunk+. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Solvang with Los Spindleros8 – 11 pmFolk/Americana. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Solvang with Gator Souffle8 – 11 pmSoulful roots and blues. — High Roller Tiki Lounge |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Molly Ringwald Project9 pm – 9 am'80s music. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, August 31, 2025 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Adrian Galysh12 – 4 pmAcoustic guitar. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Wine Day Series Cabernet Celebration12 – 3 pmExplore a diverse lineup of Cabernet Sauvignons from Chateau St. Jean, Foley Johnson, PreVail, Sebastiani, Silverado, and Firestone, each showcasing its own unique style. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Meet Your Maker in Solvang with James Boutzoukas1 – 4 pmMeet winemaker James Boutzoukas and taste through the Boutz Cellars estate Wines out of Paso Robles. — The Good Life |
 | Live music in Buellton with the T-Bone Ramblers1 – 5 pmClassic rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with John Lyle1 – 4 pmAcoustic guitar. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Ripleys8:30 – 11:30 pmClassic and modern rock covers. — Maverick Saloon |
Monday, September 1, 2025 | |
| Live music with the Lenny Kerley Band1 – 4 pmFunky rock and blues. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 | |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Happy Canyon and live music5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
Friday, September 5, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Mia Girard4:30 – 6 pmAcoustic classics in an intimate setting. — SAMsARA Wine Co. |
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | |
| Winemaker takeover in Los Olivos with Flying Goat and live music5 – 7 pmWine and music at Mattei's. — Mattei's Tavern |
 | Live music in Solvang with Mat Kearney7 pmSongwriter and producers. — Solvang Festival Theater |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Peter Mulvey7 pmTales from the Tavern. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, September 13, 2025 | |
| Live comedy in Solvang with Orny Adams7:30 – 9:30 pmStand up comedy. — Solvang Festival Theater |
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Peter Case7 pmTales from the Tavern. — Maverick Saloon |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Live music in Solvang with Shawn Jones and The Imaginaries
- Live music in Solvang with the Waymarkers
- Harvest Party and Blessing of the Grapes in Buellton
- Brander 50th Anniversary Open House Weekend
- Live music in Santa Ynez with Peter Case
Thursday, August 21
Friday, August 22
Saturday, August 23
Friday, August 29
Wednesday, October 1
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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!