| Feb 21
March 14 |
Flying Leap Storytelling Festival--Storytellers from around the world
gather in Solvang to spin their tales and delight in the telling. Runs
through Saturday, Feb. 22 More Info: 805 688-5050 "Taste of
Solvang" -- 10th annual Weekend Food Festival which includes a "Dessert
Reception", "Walking Smørgaasbord" and Wine
& Cheese Tasting. Live entertainment throughout the Danish Village.
Limited ticket sales, has sold out previously, call early. Runs through
Sunday, March 16. More Info: 1-800-468-6765, Ext. 520 |
| April 12 |
Gourmet Century Bike Ride
100K bike ride through the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Gourmet food throughout
805 523-6008
www.chrisking.com
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| April 19-20 |
Vintner's Festival
Held at one of the Valley's most beautiful farms. Food, wonderful local wines, entertainment. Advance tickets
only, sells out early! 805 688-0881 or 805 218-0881
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| April 27 |
4th Annual firestone Walker Cross Country Mountain Bike Race-Held at the
Firestone Vineyard and the Ted Chamberlin Cattle Ranch, outside of Los Olivos.
Mountain Bike Racing sanctioned by the National Off-Road Bicycle Association.
Racers of all abilities, beginners to pros, will compete on an eleven-mile
racecourse, that traverses rolling hills, creeks, and mesa area, via both cattle
singletrack and doubletrack farming roads. The start finish area is
located at the outstanding Crossroads Meadow on Firestone Vineyard.
Several Olympian and world class athletes expected to attend. The race is
a great event for first timers! Central Coast style barbeque, small event
expo, Free Shimano Youth Series Kids Race, Live Music, $5000 prize raffle, and a
Firestone Walker beer garden. More Info: Contact Even
Director, Michael Hecker 805-966-1807
hecktone@cox.net Event Website:
www.ridesb.com Special Note: Volunteers are needed,
please contact Event Director |
| May 25 |
Art Under the Arches
Old Mission Santa Ines. Arts & Crafts, Food and live entertainment. 9 am
- 6 pm More Info: 805 688-4815
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| June through mid- Oct. |
PCPA Theaterfest Season
Presenting critically-acclaimed, live theater under the stars in Solvang. Share professional theater at its best.
Check out the website for current schedule. Ticket information: 805 922-8313. Group sales: 805 667-2900
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| June 7 |
Old Santa Ynez Day
The "Old West" comes to life as our neighbor, the frontier town of Santa Ynez, celebrates its birthday. Parade,
food and entertainment. 805 688-4878
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| July 4th |
Independence Day Parade
Presented by the Solvang Breakfast Rotary: 805 688-6144.
Independence Day Fireworks Show -- At the Santa Ynez Valley Union High
School. Sponsored by Santa Ynez Valley Rotary Club. Tickets for the
9th annual Fourth of July Spectacular are soon going on sale. Proceeds
from the fireworks show and festival benefits Valley youth activities and
scholarships. Gates open at 4 pm with a family
festival including entertainment, games and food. The grand finale
spectacular fireworks show begins at 9 pm. |
| August 9-10 |
Old Mission Santa Ines Fiesta
A weekend of food, fun & festivities as our beautiful Missionhosts Mariachi
Folklorico dancing and continuous
entertainment in a celebration of the Valley's rich Hispanic heritage. 805 688-4815
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| August 16th
August 23-24 |
16th Annual Quick Draw & Art Show
Presented by Los Olivos Galleries Organization. Galleries open with
receptions. Demonstrations, silent auction, BBQ, and entertainment
are part of the day. More Info:
805 688-1222
Woodcarver Show and Sale -- 11th Annual show at the Elverhøj
Museum from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. More Info: 805 686-1211 |
| September 19-20 |
Danish Days --- Velkommen
A treasured celebration of Solvang's rich Danish heritage since 1936. The god life and simple pleasures are remembered with
old world customs and pageantry. Danish Folk Dancing, Music, Parades, Food and Entertainment all weekend.
More Info: 805 688-6144
Los Alamos Old Days -- Los Alamos is located between Buellton and
Santa Maria on HWY 101. Parking and admission are free. |
| October 4 |
Vaquero Show and Sale
Western and Cowboy Antiques and Collectibles. Featuring noted Artisans and Cowboy Art. Also, Western
memorabilia, including silver bits, spurs, saddles & braided rawhide, etc. More
Info: 805 688-7889
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| October 11 |
Celebration of Harvest
A wonderful time of celebration & thanks for the Valley's bountiful harvest season. Gourmet food & local wines.
More Info: 805 218-0881 or 1-800-218-0881 |
| October 18th |
"Day in the Country"
It's a good, old fashioned celebration in our neighboring Artists' community of Los Olivos, entertainment, food and
crafts. More Info: 805 688-1222
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Dates for the following events will be posted soon after 1/20/03 |
| November |
Peppertree Ranch Art Show
Art & entertainment in the Santa Ynez Valley at its best. 805 688-6205
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| Nov. |
Holiday Art Show
Los Olivos Gallery opening, receptions and demonstrations of featured artists. 805 688-1222
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| November thru Feb. |
Cachuma Lake Eagle Cruises
Come Aboard the new "Osprey" for an un-forgetable experience on Cachuma Lake. This new 48' tour
boat was designed for easy wildlife observation, personal comfort and can accomodate individuals as well as
groups up to 50! 805 686-5050
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| December |
Winterfest Celebration
Our favorite time of year in the European Christmas Village of Solvang! Begins mid-November til Christmas
A month of events, pageantry and millions of lights. Santa and Mrs.Claus make appearances throughout this
special season. Come to our little Danish Village and make Solvang a holiday shopping tradition. Winterfest
schedule of events available from the Solvang conference & Visitor's Bureau: 805 688-6144 or 800 468-6765
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| December |
Christmas Party
Traditional Danish Christmas celebration at the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art. Opening of the Holiday
Exhibit. 805 686-1211
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| December |
Lighting of the Community Christmas Tree and Ceremony
Annual Christmas Tree lighting and ceremony. 805 688-6144
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| December |
Olde Fashioned Christmas in Los Olivos
All the galleries and businesses host open houses as the town glows with hundreds of luminarias. 805 688-1222
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