Santa Ynez Valley Entertainment and Nightlife

After Dark on the Central Coast

Everything You Need to Know

Stars are not only in the clear night sky around the area but can also be found in one-of-a-kind venues that brighten evening with top-notch Santa Ynez Valley dining, dancing and live entertainment.


Ballard | Buellton | Los Alamos | Los Olivos | Santa Ynez | Solvang


Explore the Talents and Entertainment of the Valley

Featuring 24/7 gaming action, live country-western and rock music, Chumash Casino seasonal concert series’, and world-class PCPA theatrical productions beneath the stars.  Everything You Need to Know About Santa Ynez Valley Entertainment and Nightlife, including dozens more after dark options await throughout the area.


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Maverick Saloon

Maverick Saloon

3687 Sagunto Street , Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 686-4785

Still going strong, the legendary Maverick Saloon  continues to be a staple in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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Art Spot on Wheels: Painting in the Vineyard

Art Spot on Wheels: Painting in the Vineyard

Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 325-8092

Discover your inner artist while you sip on a glass of wine and paint the scenic Santa Ynez Valley vineyards! We offer private events as well.

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Firestone Walker Brewing Company

Firestone Walker Brewing Company

620 McMurray Ave, Buellton CA 93427

A Quiet Revolution out of California’s Central Coast, the Firestone Walker Brewing Company has grown to become an authentic regional craft brewery.

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Anthony Carron

Coast Range Restaurant & Vaquero Bar

1635 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 624-5420

Anthony Carron and Steven Fretz have joined forces for the steakhouse, which features steaks from the historic ranches in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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PCPA - Pacific Conservatory Theatre

PCPA – Pacific Conservatory Theatre

420 2nd Street, Solvang, CA 93463
Box Office: (805) 922-8313

For 54 years, PCPA has been presenting exemplary theatre and providing excellent training with a resident company of theatre professionals.

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Lost Chord Guitars

Lost Chord Guitars

1576 Copenhagen, Suite 101,, Solvang, California 93464,

In 2019, Chris & Kim Pelonis opened Lost Chord Guitars in downtown Solvang. Part music venue, part art and photography gallery, and one part boutique

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Dana V. Wines

Dana V. Wines

1588 Mission Dr. Suite B, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-3488

In addition to our tasting list we also offer wine by the glass inside our cozy tasting room or out on the patio. Open late!

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Standing Sun Wines

Standing Sun Wines

92 Second Street Unit D, Buellton, CA 93427
8056939413

Standing Sun Wines specialize in small lot, Rhone variety wines, from Santa Barbara County... with Standing Sun LIVE and ART Gallery.

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Community Clayworks

Community Clayworks

37 Industrial Way, Unit 111, Buellton, CA 93427
(646) 709-7861

Community Clayworks is an inclusive ceramics studio where people of all ages come to play, learn, and create. Make clay part of your weekend away!

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Nalla

Nalla

646-425-7704

Nalla's mission is to bring the flavors and spices of South Asia to a global wine audience. Nalla events are vibrant and immersive sensory experience

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Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

3400 Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(800) 248-6274

Chumash Casino Resort’s main attraction is it’s world-class gaming floor, featuring 2,000 slots, table games, bingo, poker and weekly giveaways.

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The Good Life craft beer & wine cellar

The Good Life craft beer & wine cellar

1672 Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-7111

The Good Life is a bottle shop & bar specializing in California craft beer and local, Artisan wines from Santa Barbara to Paso Robles.

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Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure- Solvang

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure- Solvang

482 Alisal Rd, Solvang, Ca 93464
(805) 603-5620

Turn Solvang into a giant gameboard on a fun smartphone guided scavenger hunt adventure. See the sights while solving clues and completing challenges.

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Solvang Festival Theater

Solvang Festival Theater

420 2nd Street, Solvang, CA 93463, , Business office: , 433 2nd Street, Solvang, CA 9463
805-686-1789

Solvang Festival Theater is a 700-seat outdoor theater that presents theatrical productions and concerts.

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Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. at

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. at “The Cottage”

2363 Alamo Pintado Ave., Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 694-2252

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. craft beer on tap and "to go." Core, specialty and cask beers available. Enjoy a select menu from Los Olivos Café.

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Rock 12 Distillery

Rock 12 Distillery

6605 E Hwy 246, Lompoc, CA 93436
(805) 264-6026

We are the first farm distillery in Santa Barbara County. We are open to the public tours, spirits tastings and cocktails.

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DorWood Distillery

DorWood Distillery

201 Industrial Way #D, Buellton, California
805-691-9259

When you visit DorWood Distillery you are immersed in the whole distilling, aging and tasting process.

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