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 | |
 | Solvang JulefestSolvang Julefest is a month+ of lights, celebratory events, and holiday cheer. Join us for lots of family fun, seasonal music, holiday shopping, culinary delights, wine & beer, and more — Solvang Park |
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | |
 | Santa Ynez Country Christmas4 – 6 pmChristmas Tree lighting, live music, dancer, holiday treats and crafts, and visits with Santa. — Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum & Carriage House |
 | Game Night in Los Olivos5 – 8 pmBring your phone for Jackbox and enjoy complimentary hot dogs! — The Other Room |
 | Tree Lighting & Holiday Treats in Los Olivos5 – 7 pmHot chocolate and mulled wine station in the park, holiday music on Grand Ave., horse-drawn carriage rides, and specials and after-hours shopping at local businesses. |
 | Live music in Solvang with Teresa Seret8 – 10 pmCentral coast singer/songwriter. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 5, 2025 | |
 | Christmas Open House in Solvang4 – 6 pmA special tasting of Christmas wines paired to beautiful Christmas cheese selections with a homemade sweet cream toffee tasting, Christmas music, and a hot chocolate bar. — Lucas & Lewellen Estate Vineyard Tasting Room |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Out of the Blue5 – 8 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Carhartt Family Wines |
| Tree Lighting Ceremony in Solvang5 pmWith music from the Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble followed by ballet performances by Fossemalle Dance Studio, live entertainment, and caroling, culminating with the lighting of the tree and a park-wide light and snow show. — Solvang Park |
 | Live music in Solvang with the Sage City Band8 – 11 pmClassic rock and ukulele. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Caverns9 pmRock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | |
 | Holiday Market in Buellton11 amCurated vendors, craft bites, and music. — Peake Ranch |
| Solvang Julefest Parade11 amMarching bands, horses, dancers, classic vehicles, and festive floats, with more than 400 participants bringing the spirit of the season to life. — Solvang Park |
 | Rockin' Holiday Celebration in Los Olivos12 – 4 pmFirestone Vineyard transforms into a holiday Ski Lounge—complete with mulled wine, seasonal bites, sweet treats, and live music from the Ray Jaurique Band. Use link below for tickets.. — 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 Oddly Straight1:30 – 4:30 pmClassic rock and Americana. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music with the New Vibe2 – 5 pmFunk+. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Olde Fashioned Christmas in Los Olivos2 – 7 pmEnjoy ornament & cookie decorating, photos with Santa, letter writing to Santa, and wreath decorating all in the park. Festivities continue throughout town with hot chocolate at the Grange, Gingerbread Wonderland at St. Mark’s-in-the-Valley, and after-hours shopping with select businesses open until 7 pm. |
 | Holiday Sip & Shop in Los Olivos3 – 5 pmFeaturing a curated lineup of unique vendors and handmade goods to help you kickstart your holiday shopping. — Future Perfect Wines |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Beau Red4 – 6 pmBlues, Americana, folk, roots, and country. — Four Brothers Wine Company |
 | Eat, Drink, Jingle. Barrel Room Dinner in Santa Ynez5 – 8 pmA four-course dinner paired with limited-production wines to help get you into the holiday spirit. — Brave & Maiden Estate |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Live music in Solvang with Willy Porter and Arielle Silver8 – 11 pmAmericana and folk. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with Pull the Trigger8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 7, 2025 | |
 | Bubbly Brunch in Buellton with live music from Patrick Barnitt11 amLive music, brunch, and a curated lineup of Future Perfect wines. Location is Diamond Sky Ranch in Buellton. — Future Perfect Wines |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Erinn Alissa12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Michael Keeney1 – 5 pmSongwriter, performer, and recording artist. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Nate Latta1 – 4 pmAmericana, rockabilly, and alt-country. — 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 Los Olivos with Hector Hurtado2 – 5 pmClassic rock. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Terry Lawless8 – 10 pmPop tunes and more. — Lost Chord Guitars |
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | |
| Karaoke in Santa Ynez with DJ Sam8 pmSing your song. — Maverick Saloon |
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | |
| Maker's Market in Solvang3 – 7 pmFashioned after traditional European night markets, the Solvang Julefest Maker’s Market will feature local artisans, crafters, and food vendors offering one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, seasonal treats, and more — all beneath the twinkling lights of an open-air Christmas market under the stars. — Solvang Park |
 | Live music in Buellton with Adrian Galysh4:30 – 6:30 pmGuitar. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
Thursday, December 11, 2025 | |
| Merry Market Night in Los Olivos5 – 7 pmHot chocolate and mulled wine station in the park, holiday music on Grand Ave., horse-drawn carriage rides, and specials and after-hours shopping at local businesses. |
 | Happy holidays in Solvang with Arwen Lewis & Robbie Kaye8 – 10 pmClassic holiday favorites with a dash of originals. — Lost Chord Guitars |
| Open Mic Night in Santa Ynez8:30 – 11:30 pmIt's your turn. — Maverick Saloon |
Friday, December 12, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Stacked5 – 8 pmRock. — Carhartt Family Wines |
 | Live music in Solvang with Trey Lindsley8 – 11 pmHoliday songs and originals. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with CRV8:30 – 11:30 pmCountry and rock. — Maverick Saloon |
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | |
 | Holiday Market in Santa YnezDecember 13–14Experience a European-inspired market of lights and delights, where you can enjoy local gift vendors, festive food and beverage, Santa Claus, and more. — Sunstone Winery |
 | Live music in Solvang with Jez Blacker1 – 4 pmLive music. — Kaena at the Ranch |
 | Live music in Buellton with Amber & Smoke1 – 5 pmCalifornia folk 'n' soul. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
 | Live music with Cuyama Mama & the Hot Flashes1:30 – 4:30 pmThe most rockin', foot stompin', apron flauntin' musical act in the Cuyama Valley. — Cold Spring Tavern |
| Live music with Out of the Blue2 – 5 pmClassic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s. — Hook'd Bar & Grill |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Meghan Downing4 – 6 pmSinger-songwriter, country to pop. — Four Brothers Wine Company |
| Line dance lessons in Santa Ynez6 – 8 pmLine dancing class. — Maverick Saloon |
 | Holiday Winemaker Dinner in Santa Ynez6:30 – 9 pmEnjoy a fireside wine and food pairing dinner to get into the holiday spirit with commentary from winemaker Max Marshak and executive chef Terri Buzzard. — Roblar Winery and Vineyards |
 | Live music in Solvang with Naomi Nektare8 – 11 pmRetro rock classics and originals with a few Christmas sprinkles. — Lost Chord Guitars |
 | Live music in Santa Ynez with the Tex Pistols8:30 – 11:30 pmBlues, classic country, classic rock and roll, and originals. — Maverick Saloon |
Sunday, December 14, 2025 | |
 | Open mic in Los Olivos11 amOpen mic for all levels of performers. — Lefty's Coffee |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Erinn Alissa12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music in Buellton with Paul Kent1 – 5 pmRock, country, pop and folk favorites. — Brick Barn Wine Estate |
| 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 |
 | Christmas Carols with the Santa Barbara Master Chorale in Santa Ynez3 – 5:30 pmTraditional Christmas carols, Gainey wines, and cookie and ornament decorating for the whole family. — Gainey Vineyard |
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 | |
| Maker's Market in Solvang3 – 7 pmFashioned after traditional European night markets, the Solvang Julefest Maker’s Market will feature local artisans, crafters, and food vendors offering one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, seasonal treats, and more — all beneath the twinkling lights of an open-air Christmas market under the stars. — Solvang Park |
Thursday, December 18, 2025 | |
| Sip, Shop, & Sounds in Los Olivos5 – 7 pmHot chocolate and mulled wine station in the park, holiday music on Grand Ave., horse-drawn carriage rides, and specials and after-hours shopping at local businesses. |
Friday, December 19, 2025 | |
 | Live music in Buellton with the Lowdown Dudes5 – 8 pmClassic rock covers and originals. — Carhartt Family Wines |
Saturday, December 20, 2025 | |
 | Live music with Claude Hopper Holiday Hootenanny1:30 – 4:30 pmAmericana and roots rock. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jacob Cole4 – 6 pmSinger-songwriter. — Four Brothers Wine Company |
Sunday, December 21, 2025 | |
| Live music in Los Olivos with Erinn Alissa12 – 4 pmSinger/songwriter. — Firestone Vineyard |
| Live music with Tom Ball & Kenny Sultan1:30 – 4:30 pmGuitar and harmonica blues, rags and good time music. — Cold Spring Tavern |
Saturday, December 27, 2025 | |
 | Holiday Release Party in Los Olivos with live music from Smelly Cat12 – 4 pm'90s music. — Firestone Vineyard |
 | Live music with the Cadillac Angels1:30 – 4:30 pmMidwestern roots and California surf. — Cold Spring Tavern |
 | Live music in Los Olivos with Jared Nels4 – 6 pmSanta Barbara singer/songwriter. — Four Brothers Wine Company |
Sunday, December 28, 2025 | |
 | Live music with Teresa Russell1:30 – 4:30 pmNo details. — Cold Spring Tavern |
SYV BUZZ RECOMMENDS
- Santa Ynez Country Christmas
- Tree Lighting & Holiday Treats in Los Olivos
- Tree Lighting Ceremony in Solvang
- Rockin' Holiday Celebration in Los Olivos
- Bubbly Brunch in Buellton with live music from Patrick Barnitt
- Happy holidays in Solvang with Arwen Lewis & Robbie Kaye
Thursday, December 4
Friday, December 5
Saturday, December 6
Sunday, December 7
Thursday, December 11
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