SYV Buzz

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.

Join our mailing list to stay informed of upcoming events in the Santa Ynez Valley or use our tip line to let us know about anything we’re missing!

Live music and wine tasting

ALL EVENTS  |  MUSIC ONLY  |  WINE ONLY

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Live music in Buellton with Bill Rotella
4:30 – 6:30 pm
Americana singer and guitarist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate


Thursday, October 2, 2025

Live music in Solvang with Brady Harris
4 – 7:30 pm
Americana and rock. — Alisal River Grill

Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez
8:30 – 11:30 pm
It's your turn. — Maverick Saloon


Friday, October 3, 2025

Live music in Buellton with Kelly Fitzgerald
4 – 7 pm
Singer/songwriter. — Brick Barn Wine Estate

Live music in Buellton with Brady Harris
4:30 – 7:30 pm
Americana and rock. — Flying Flags RV Resort

Live music in Solvang with Cynthia Ford
8 – 11 pm
Country/Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge

Live music in Santa Ynez with the Robert Heft Band
8:30 – 11:30 pm
Blues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon


Saturday, October 4, 2025

Live music in Buellton with LiveWire
1 – 5 pm
Classic rock. — Brick Barn Wine Estate

Live music with Cuyama Mama & the Hot Flashes
1:30 – 4:30 pm
The most rockin', foot stompin', apron flauntin' musical act in the Cuyama Valley. — Cold Spring Tavern

Live music with the Soul Cats
4 – 7 pm
Details not available. — Hook'd Bar & Grill

Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez
6 – 8 pm
Line dancing class. — Maverick Saloon

Live music in Solvang with Rusty Lindsey
8 – 11 pm
Singer/songwriter. — The Good Life

Live music in Santa Ynez with Rebel Heart
8:30 – 11:30 pm
Modern country. — Maverick Saloon


Sunday, October 5, 2025

Live music in Los Olivos with Kelly Fitzgerald
12 – 4 pm
Singer/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard

Live music with the Traveling Hurtados
1 – 4 pm
Classic rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill

Live music in Buellton with Jayden Secor
1 – 5 pm
Rock, country, and blues. — Brick Barn Wine Estate


Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Live music in Buellton with Paul Kent
4:30 – 6:30 pm
Rock, country, pop and folk favorites. — Brick Barn Wine Estate


Friday, October 10, 2025

Live music in Solvang with Big Mess
8 – 11 pm
No details. — High Roller Tiki Lounge


Saturday, October 11, 2025

October wine release with live music from Elias & Madeline
11 am
Boleros, bossa nova, and jazz from Mexico. Food by Grapevine Catering. — Zaca Mesa Winery

Live music with Bobby, Finn, and Dave (BFD)
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Classic rock. — Cold Spring Tavern

Live music with Marika & the Ohms
4 – 7 pm
Classic and new rock. — Hook'd Bar & Grill


Friday, October 17, 2025

Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy
8 – 11 pm
Rock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge


Saturday, October 18, 2025

Live music in Los Olivos with Jayden Secor
12 – 4 pm
Rock, country, and blues. — Firestone Vineyard

Live music with Barry McGuire
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Eclectic mix of music on acoustic guitar. — Cold Spring Tavern

Live music in Solvang with Keith Cox
8 – 11 pm
Classic rock and adult contemporary. — The Good Life

Live music in Solvang with Skunk Puppy
8 – 11 pm
Rock, blues, pop, reggae, and Americana. — High Roller Tiki Lounge


Sunday, October 19, 2025

Live music in Buellton with Gator Souffle
12 – 4 pm
Soulful roots and blues. — Firestone Vineyard

Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Guitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern


Friday, October 24, 2025

Live music in Solvang with Laine & Pat
8 – 11 pm
Friday Night Jam session. — The Good Life


Saturday, October 25, 2025

Live music in Los Olivos with Smelly Cat
12 – 4 pm
'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard

Live music with Claude Hopper
1:30 – 4:30 pm
Americana and roots rock. — Cold Spring Tavern


Sunday, October 26, 2025

Live music with Teresa Russell
1:30 – 4:30 pm
No details. — Cold Spring Tavern


Saturday, November 1, 2025

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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!