
Events

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Upcoming Events
From vineyard festivals to family parades and seasonal celebrations, Santa Ynez Valley events bring the community and visitors together all year long. Enjoy wine country events, live music, food festivals, art shows, and more. Check out what’s happening now or explore what’s coming up next weekend across the valley.
Annual Events
Celebrate the spirit of the valley at these iconic happenings, from the festive lights of Solvang Julefest to culinary and wine celebrations like Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley. These signature events are perfect for planning your next visit.

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May17
Heritage Farmland Experience’s Sundae on a Sunday at the Farm
May 17 @ 11:00am
May17
Taste the Future: 2025 White Wines
May 17 @ 1:00pm
795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427Brick Barn Wine EstateMay21
Standing Sun Presents: Dani Rose
May 21 @ 7:00pm
BuelltonStanding Sun WinesMay
Memorial Day Weekend At Sunstone
May 22 – May 25
125 Refugio Road, Santa Ynez, CA 93460Sunstone WineryMay27
Sip, Science, Art! – Sharks
May 27 @ 5:00pm
45 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427Figueroa Mountain Brewing CompanyJun6
Jazz and Olive Festival
June 6 @ 1:00pm
2900 Grand Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441Los Olivos CAJun6
Painting in the Vineyard at Grimm’s Bluff Winery
June 6 @ 10:00am
Jun7
The Wilderness Table
June 7 @ 4:00pm
Jun10
Slow Art Walkthrough & Picnic Lunch
June 10 @ 9:00am
1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463California Nature Art MuseumJun
Corkscrew Comedy Festival
June 18 – June 20
Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Santa Ynez, SolvangAround the Santa Ynez ValleyJun18
Old Spanish Days Kick-Off Party
June 18 @ 6:00pm
3596 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez,, 93460Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Parks-Janeway Carriage HouseJun20
Painting at Rancho San Marcos Golf Course
June 20 @ 10:00am

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Planning an event near Solvang? The Santa Ynez Valley offers the perfect setting, with its temperate climate, scenic landscapes, and vibrant community spirit. From festive gatherings and retreats to cultural celebrations and seasonal festivals, every event shines brighter here. Share your upcoming event with us, and we’ll help you spread the word. Simply complete the form to be featured on our website and let your event take center stage in one of California’s most captivating destinations.
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Restaurant Weeks 2027
Santa Ynez Valley Restaurant Weeks returns January 2027 exact dates TBD, with a variety of special prix fixe price points that showcase the region’s culinary bounty — and the perfect Santa Ynez Valley wines to pair with it.

Experience the Santa Ynez Valley
Plan Your Trip
The Santa Ynez Valley blends world-class wine, unforgettable culinary experiences, scenic outdoor adventure, and small-town charm across six unique communities. Whether you’re craving a slow morning in a sun-drenched vineyard, a horseback ride through golden hills, or a day of boutique hopping and wood-fired pizza, we’ve got you covered. Start planning with our resources.
