Perfect Spring Break
Vacation Ideas –
Depending on who you follow, Spring Break this year happens in in California and Santa Barbara County anywhere between March 11 – April 21, 2024. The Santa Ynez Valley abounds with fun and refreshing things to do to make the most of your time off.
Spring is just around the corner and it also means that it’s nearly time for your
Easter holiday, March 31, 2024!
Ballard | Buellton | Los Alamos | Los Olivos | Santa Ynez
Santa Barbara Wine Country area
California Central Coast
Below is a sample of events and lodging specials happening as we celebrate Spring Break that surrounds the Spring Equinox and Easter. Find more Santa Ynez Valley events here.
LODGING
The Landsby:
Sunshine in Solvang – SAVE 10%
Book & travel now through 6/13/24.
The Genevieve:
Fleur De Genevieve in Santa Ynez– SAVE 10%
Book & travel for stays now through 6/15/24.
Spring Events
Spring in the Santa Ynez Valley unfolds like a masterpiece painted with vibrant hues of green, pink, and yellow. The valley awakens to a symphony of blooming wildflowers, their delicate petals swaying in the gentle breeze. The vineyards, are beginning to come to life, promising a bountiful harvest ahead. Trails beckon adventurers to explore the valley’s scenic beauty, while outdoor cafes offer a perfect setting to savor the season’s bounty amidst the warmth of the sun. Spring in the Santa Ynez Valley is a time of renewal, where nature’s splendor and the valley’s charm converge to create an unforgettable experience for all who visit.
Coast Range Chef Take Over – Solvang
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Chef Eric Greenspan is bringing his New School American Cheese for a takeover at Coast Range. He will be present at brunch, 10am to 3pm.
1635 Mission Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
805.624.5420
Whiskey ‘N Rye Weekend Brunch
SOLVANG’S BEST BRUNCH:
$6 Mimosa, Bloody Mary, and Whiskey Coffee Cocktails!
Every Saturday & Sunday (10am – 3pm)
Whiskey ‘N Rye
442 Atterdag Road,
Solvang, California
Norman’s Weekly Events
– 4p-9pm Monday-Thursday
MONDAY – Moules & Frites – $24
1 lb. of mussels with fries and dijon aioli
Limited availability, come get a plate before we sell out!
TUESDAY – Taco & Drink Specials
Choice of 3 ea. Barbacoa ($21), Fish ($22), Chicken ($18), or Mushroom ($18) Tacos
Drink specials on Carafes of margaritas and Draft Modelo
WEDNESDAY – Wine Night
Half Price on all wine bottles & waived corkage fees!
THURSDAY – Industry Night
Happy Hour Drinks and Snacks Until Close for our friends in the industry!
9150 US-101
Los Alamos, CA 93440
REFUGIO RANCH
Ongoing – 29 NINETY food pop-up at the Refugio Ranch tasting room.
Every Saturday and Sunday from 11am – 5pm. Menu
Easter Specials at Bob’s Well Bread
Easter panettone $35/Each | Hot Cross Buns $21/Dozen or $2/Each
Pre-orders will be available for your choice of pick up dates: Friday March 29, Saturday March 30 or Sunday March 31
Email orders to Cesar@bobswellbread.com or call 805-691-9549. Please include your pick up date & location (Ballard or Los Alamos)
Your order will only be available on the date and location of your initial order – Limited quantities will be available while supplies last, for walk-in customers.
Annual Easter Eggstravaganza and Easter Egg Hunt:
Saturday, March 30, 2024, 10 am
Easter Egg Hunt, Riverview Park, Buellton
The Valley’s largest egg hunt is in Buellton at River View Park. After the hunt, enjoy activities, games, Easter crafts, a picture with the Easter bunny and more!
Free.
Chef Pascale Beale Cooking Class
Buttonwood Farm & Vineyards
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Join Chef Pascale Beale at Buttonwood Farm & Vineyards for a special cooking class and lunch.
Each ticket includes a cooking demo with Pascale, a delicious three-course lunch, Buttonwood wine pairings, and a subscription to Pascale Beale’s food memoir, 9 x 12: Culinary Adventures in a Small Kitchen. We hope to see you there! Tickets
MENU
– Spring pea and asparagus soup with pesto crostini
– Slow roasted salmon with a lemon-olive-herb salsa served with a baby gem, arugula and watermelon radish salad and a spinach-nut tabbouleh
– Individual berry pavlovas
Solvang, CA 93463
EASTER BRUNCH
Santa Ynez Valley Marriott
Sunday, March 31, 2024, 9 – 2 p.m.
Indulge in a delectable spread of Easter-themed dishes, from savory delights to sweet pastries and everything in between. Our chefs have crafted a menu that will delight your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Celebrate Easter in style with the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott. Book your table now and get ready for a memorable brunch experience that will have you hopping back for more!
Happy Easter from all of us at the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott!
For reservations, contact us at 805-688-1000.
ROBLAR Easter Brunch –
March 31 @ 11 am – 4 pm
Join us this Easter! We will have a beautiful brunch buffet, sparkling wine, mimosas, and so much fun. Chef Peter Cham’s Easter menu will surely amaze.
Price includes the full brunch buffet. Taxes, gratuity, and beverages (both wine and non-wine) are separate.
MENU
$90pp (regular) | $80pp (members) | $50pp (kids 12 and under)
Breads, Pastries, and Fresh Fruits
Assorted croissants, Danishes, muffins, artisan rolls, seasonal fruits & berries
FROM the FIELDS
Roblar Farms Lettuces
Watermelon radish, ricotta salata, sunflower seeds, lemon-yogurt dressing
Roasted Heirloom Carrots
Pearl barley, citrus labne, parsley pistou
Spring Peas & Asparagus
Orzo, wild baby arugula, meyer lemon, crumbled goat cheese
FROM the SEA
Roasted Branzino
Butter beans, salsa verde, charred lemons
Chilled Marinated Tiger Shrimp
California olive oil, Aleppo pepper, meyer lemon, parsley
FROM the PASTURE
Nueske’s smoked bacon
Chicken breakfast sausages
Rosemary roasted leg of lamb
EGGS
Roblar Deviled Eggs
Citrus marinated crab, cornichon, old bay
Soft Scrambled Eggs
Sliced chives, Aleppo pepper
Veggie Frittata
Aged white cheddar, roasted mushrooms, broccolini
SWEET TREATS
Emma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
Butterscotch Blondies
Lemon Bars
Assorted Macarons
Easter Candies
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Plenty on Bell EASTER BRUNCH
& EASTER EGG HUNT
Sunday March 31, 8am-3pm
Enjoy Easter Sunday at Plenty on Bell. Easter Brunch Menu for Adults $30 & Kids $18.
Homemade desserts, Mimosas, Locals Wines and Beers.
Easter Egg Hunts for the children.
To reserve call 805-344-3020 or email.
508 Bell St.
Los Alamos
805-344-3020
Coast Range Easter Brunch – Solvang
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Taking reservations now for brunch on Easter.
1635 Mission Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
805.624.5420
PETROS WINERY & RESTAURANT Easter Brunch
– Los Olivos
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Open starting at 11am for lunch and dinner on Easter. Reservations can be made on Opentable.
3360 Foxen Canyon Road
Los Olivos, CA 93441
805-680-5417
Norman’s Easter Brunch – Los Alamos
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Easter Brunch– 3 course menu, $40 person. Select one item from each course:
Starters
Spinach & Berry Salad – radicchio, soft poached egg, cranberries, crumbled goat cheese, crispy shaved shallots, toasted pistachio, lemon poppy vinaigrette
Southwest Migas – eggs, mighty cap mushrooms, onion, smoked cheddar, pico de gallo, corn tortilla
Bruschetta Trio – classic bruschetta, olive bruschetta, artichoke bruschetta, blackberry balsamic, crostini
Mains
Pozole Verde – poached eggs, hominy, pickled red onion, cilantro, tortilla strips, lime crema
Bates Burger* – american wagyu beef, smoked cheddar, caramelized onion, pickles, confit tomato jam, bacon aioli, shoestring fries
Croissant French Toast Bread Pudding – pink lady apples, cinnamon custard, fresh berries, golden raisins, whipped mascarpone
Los Alamos Benedict – over easy eggs, housemade sausage, country gravy, buttermilk biscuits, fresh herbs, garlic chili oil
Sweets
Cast-Iron Cookie |13 – chocolate chips, sea salt caramel gelato, graham cracker crumble
Lemon Tart | 13 – raspberry gel, fresh mint
9150 US-101
Los Alamos, CA 93440
Classic Car Sundays at Zaca Mesa Winery
All Day: Sunday, March 31, 2024
During the last Sunday of each month, Zaca Mesa Winery invites all classic car collectors & enthusiasts to take advantage of their gorgeous estate’s scenery. Rather than park in the main parking lot behind the winery, enjoy special VIP parking for all classic cars by the Grenache Blanc vineyard. You and winery guests can walk around, admire the cars, and soak in the beauty of wine country in between tastings.
This event is free to attend, but please make a reservation to enjoy a wine tasting!
6905 Foxen Canyon Road
Los Olivos , CA 93441
Neal Taylor Nature Center
Annual Lake Cachuma Fish Derby
27th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby On April 20-21, 2024!!
This year’s Fish Derby will include prize categories for multiple types of fish such as crappie, bass, catfish, trout, and carp. The prize pool has been increased and everyone has a chance to win great cash prizes, fishing gear, and more!
Registrations
Fish Derby Hotline at 805-693-8381
Camping Reservations: 805-686-5054. Or Email
2265 Hwy #154
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Special Spring Event
(IN)Larkin
Style Stacks™ – Shop your Stack – Fresh Styles for Spring
Discover the effortless elegance of athglamour® designs by (IN)LARKIN® and transform your spring wardrobe with ease! Designer Mary Beth Larkin’s groundbreaking Style Stacks™ system revolutionizes the concept of a capsule wardrobe. An innovative way of making shopping simple for those who don’t have the time or energy to put an outfit together, Style Stacks™ redefine comfort and style with everyday casual glamour. For a limited time, enjoy 20% off select Style Stacks™ when you purchase all three pieces.
Offer ends May 5th.
3568 Sagunto Street, Suite D
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
www.inlarkin.com
Wine & Tastings
Bodega Los Alamos
We will be having an Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday starting at noon while supplies last! There will be candy for the kids and hidden drink cards for adults!
Preidite BBQ will also be open in our garden as well.
Carhartt Family Wines
Open: 11 – 6/6:30 pm
2939 Grand Ave
Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 693-5100
Toccata
Toccata has a Library Vintage selection of Toccata Classico, 2018, 2019, and 2020 for 20% off this spring, while it is in stock.
Lucas & Lewellen
At Lucas & Lewellen, they have an “end of vintage”, buy-a-case/get-another-case pricing on 2018 Goodchild High 9 Pinot Noir and 2018 Hidden Asset estate blend, until we sell out.
Santa Ynez Chumash Earth Day
Saturday, April 13, 10 am -2 pm
Get ready to mark your calendars and join us for an absolutely fantastic day at Kitiyepumu Park on the beautiful Chumash Reservation in Santa Ynez!
Save the date: Saturday, April 13th, from 10 am to 2 pm, for a celebration of nature and community!
Expect a great day at this FREE event, packed with activities for the whole family. From engaging games to informative booths hosted by local environmental organizations, there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy.
But wait, there’s more! Be among the first 250 attendees to register at the event and claim your very own swag bag filled with goodies, including a stylish t-shirt sporting this year’s Earth Day theme, “For Our Wild Relatives”!
Join us at Kitiyepumu Park, located at 100 Via Juana Rd, Santa Ynez, and let’s make unforgettable memories while celebrating our incredible planet together! See you there!
Enjoy springtime celebrations for a weekend getaway in the Santa Ynez Valley. Take a look at our listing of Santa Ynez Valley hotels and Santa Ynez Valley restaurants. You’ll also find a complete listing of things to do in Santa Ynez Valley.
Happy Spring Break from Visit Santa Ynez Valley!
