Official Visitor Guide for Solvang
Experience a slice of Danish culture in Solvang, California, where you can enjoy authentic food, wine, shopping, and entertainment.
Official Visitor Guide for Solvang
Experience a slice of Danish culture in Solvang, California, where you can enjoy authentic food, wine, shopping, and entertainment.
Welcome to the City of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of America"
Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskiver and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in the shade of windmills. Solvang is a sun-soaked slice of Danish culture in the Santa Ynez Valley, where California wine cellars mix with European bakeries and shops. It’s where you can drink, dine and shop like a Dane without ever leaving the California sunshine. Explore our wineries, boutique shops, or ride the Solvang Trolley for a full tour of the town.
Welcome to the city of Solvang, "The Danish Capital of the World"
Stroll down Copenhagen Drive tasting Aebleskiver and other Danish pastries, or sampling wine in the shade of windmills. Solvang is a sun-soaked slice of Danish culture, where California wine cellars mix with European bakeries and shops. It’s where you can drink, dine and shop like a Dane without ever leaving the California sunshine. Explore our wineries, boutique shops, or ride the Solvang Trolley for a full tour of the town.
Where to Stay in Solvang
The village of Solvang offers an array of places to stay. Choose from a luxury guest ranch resort, full-service hotel, or bed & breakfast. Many properties are within easy walking distance to downtown shops, dining, and attractions. A number of Solvang hotels offer travel packages and are pet-friendly.
Where to Stay in Solvang
The village of Solvang offers an array of places to stay. Choose from a luxury guest ranch resort, full-service hotel, or bed & breakfast. Many properties are within easy walking distance to downtown shops, dining, and attractions. A number of Solvang hotels offer travel packages and are pet-friendly.
Featured Things to Do
Solvang Julefest 2023
Solvang’s Danish-style holiday celebration begins November 24, 2023, with some new facets and fun-filled events; it runs throughout the festive season, through January 6, 2024.
Upcoming Events
december
decThe Magical World of Eyvind EarleRecurring weekly Thursday - Monday (November 25 - January 15)
Event Details
Elverhøj Museum – In the Art Gallery 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang CA 93463 November 25, 2023 – January 15, 2024 11 am – 5 pm On display and for
Event Details
Elverhøj Museum – In the Art Gallery
1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang CA 93463
November 25, 2023 – January 15, 2024
11 am – 5 pm
On display and for sale – original oils & rare serigraphs
In our gift shop – Eyvind Earle books & greeting cards
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
1624 Elverhoy Way Solvang, CA 93463
decFarmers MarketRecurring weekly on Wednesdays
Event Details
The Farmers Market works diligently to bring the freshest and most nutritious produce our rich, local agricultural land has to offer directly to the public. The markets serve to strengthen
Event Details
The Farmers Market works diligently to bring the freshest and most nutritious produce our rich, local agricultural land has to offer directly to the public. The markets serve to strengthen local community ties and magnify our great outdoors with weekly events while enhancing our locals activities.
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
First Street, Downtown Solvang
Event Details
Wilding Museum of Art & Nature 1511-B Mission Drive – Solvang November 18, 2023 – July 8, 2024 Second Floor Valley Oak Gallery The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature
Event Details
Wilding Museum of Art & Nature 1511-B Mission Drive – Solvang
November 18, 2023 – July 8, 2024
Second Floor Valley Oak Gallery
The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature is pleased to announce California’s Changing Landscape: The Way of Water, an upcoming solo exhibition by photographer George Rose, coming November 2023 to the Wildling Museum’s Valley Oak Gallery.
Featuring more than 20 large-format documentary inkjet photographs of the Golden State, the exhibition showcases Rose’s recent expansive documentation of California’s dramatic water story. His vast exploration of the state and its fraught relationship with water will culminate with the release of his forthcoming book of the same title, coming Spring 2024.
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Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Wilding Museum
1511-B Mission Drive
decNisse AdventureRecurring everyday November 24 - January 6
Event Details
Nisse Adventure November 24 – January 6, anytime / at your leisure Join in on the city-wide hunt for the mischievous Solvang Nisser (Danish for “gnome”)! This group of Nisser have hidden
Event Details
Nisse Adventure
November 24 – January 6, anytime / at your leisure
Join in on the city-wide hunt for the mischievous Solvang Nisser (Danish for “gnome”)! This group of Nisser have hidden themselves throughout Downtown Solvang and we need your help tracking them down. Find one, or find them all as you enjoy all that Downtown Solvang has to offer. Fun for the whole family!
All Julefest long, pop into the Solvang Visitor Center located at 1637 Copenhagen Drive, for a list of clues to the various hiding spots the Nisse frequents. Once you find each Nisse, head back to the Visitor Center to receive a special Solvang keepsake.
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Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Solvang Visitors Center
1637 Copenhagen Drive
decSanta's Village / Photos with SantaRecurring Saturday's until the 23rd
Event Details
Solvang Park – 1630 Mission Drive Saturdays, December 2 (2pm-4pm), 9, 16 & 23, 12pm-4pm Santa’s Village is open every Saturday leading up to Christmas Day. Come on out to Solvang Park
Event Details
Solvang Park – 1630 Mission Drive
Saturdays, December 2 (2pm-4pm), 9, 16 & 23, 12pm-4pm
Santa’s Village is open every Saturday leading up to Christmas Day. Come on out to Solvang Park to meet Mr. Claus with Christmas lists at the ready! Pictures with Santa are free to all.
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Solvang Park
1630 Mission Dr
decCandlelight ToursRecurring December 8, 9, 15, and 16, plus December 18 - December 23
Event Details
Candlelight Tours December 8, 9, 15, and 16, plus December 18 through December 23, at 5pm. The popular Solvang Julefest Candlelight Tours will continue this year to provide
Event Details
Candlelight Tours
December 8, 9, 15, and 16, plus December 18 through December 23, at 5pm. The popular Solvang Julefest Candlelight Tours will continue this year to provide special experiences for locals and visitors as they traverse the streets of Solvang, singing carols and learning about some Danish traditions along with Solvang history. Led by a costumed guide, all tour participants will receive an LED candle to hold during the tour. Advance purchase required – Book Now!
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Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Downtown Solvang
First Street and Copenhagen Drive Solvang, CA 93463
january
05jan7:00 pm9:00 pmSolvang Christmas Tree Burn
Event Details
Usually held in early January as a wrap-up of the month-long Solvang Julefest celebration, Solvang’s Tree Burn is considered to be one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the
Event Details
Usually held in early January as a wrap-up of the month-long Solvang Julefest celebration, Solvang’s Tree Burn is considered to be one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the California Central Coast. The 2024 Tree Burn is currently scheduled for Friday, January 5 (weather permitting).
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Old Mission Santa Inés
1760 Mission Dr, Solvang
february
09feb9:00 amGaragiste Southern Exposure Wine FestivalFebruary 9 & 10
Event Details
The Garagiste Southern Exposure Festival is a unique chance to taste with 30 ultra-premium, under-the radar micro-wineries from the Central Coast of CA all under one roof in the lovely
Event Details
The Garagiste Southern Exposure Festival is a unique chance to taste with 30 ultra-premium, under-the radar micro-wineries from the Central Coast of CA all under one roof in the lovely town of Solvang CA. Over 70% of these wineries do not have tasting rooms and can’t be found on “wine country” maps! Come explore the best micro-wineries the region has to offer – all in one place, all in one weekend!
Time
(Friday) 9:00 am
Location
Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall
1745 Mission Drive
Featured Things to Do
Solvang Julefest 2023
Solvang’s Danish-style holiday celebration begins November 24, 2023, with some new facets and fun-filled events; it runs throughout the festive season, through January 6, 2024.
Upcoming Events
december
decThe Magical World of Eyvind EarleRecurring weekly Thursday - Monday (November 25 - January 15)
Event Details
Elverhøj Museum – In the Art Gallery 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang CA 93463 November 25, 2023 – January 15, 2024 11 am – 5 pm On display and for
Event Details
Elverhøj Museum – In the Art Gallery
1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang CA 93463
November 25, 2023 – January 15, 2024
11 am – 5 pm
On display and for sale – original oils & rare serigraphs
In our gift shop – Eyvind Earle books & greeting cards
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art
1624 Elverhoy Way Solvang, CA 93463
decFarmers MarketRecurring weekly on Wednesdays
Event Details
The Farmers Market works diligently to bring the freshest and most nutritious produce our rich, local agricultural land has to offer directly to the public. The markets serve to strengthen
Event Details
The Farmers Market works diligently to bring the freshest and most nutritious produce our rich, local agricultural land has to offer directly to the public. The markets serve to strengthen local community ties and magnify our great outdoors with weekly events while enhancing our locals activities.
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
First Street, Downtown Solvang
Event Details
Wilding Museum of Art & Nature 1511-B Mission Drive – Solvang November 18, 2023 – July 8, 2024 Second Floor Valley Oak Gallery The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature
Event Details
Wilding Museum of Art & Nature 1511-B Mission Drive – Solvang
November 18, 2023 – July 8, 2024
Second Floor Valley Oak Gallery
The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature is pleased to announce California’s Changing Landscape: The Way of Water, an upcoming solo exhibition by photographer George Rose, coming November 2023 to the Wildling Museum’s Valley Oak Gallery.
Featuring more than 20 large-format documentary inkjet photographs of the Golden State, the exhibition showcases Rose’s recent expansive documentation of California’s dramatic water story. His vast exploration of the state and its fraught relationship with water will culminate with the release of his forthcoming book of the same title, coming Spring 2024.
more
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Wilding Museum
1511-B Mission Drive
decNisse AdventureRecurring everyday November 24 - January 6
Event Details
Nisse Adventure November 24 – January 6, anytime / at your leisure Join in on the city-wide hunt for the mischievous Solvang Nisser (Danish for “gnome”)! This group of Nisser have hidden
Event Details
Nisse Adventure
November 24 – January 6, anytime / at your leisure
Join in on the city-wide hunt for the mischievous Solvang Nisser (Danish for “gnome”)! This group of Nisser have hidden themselves throughout Downtown Solvang and we need your help tracking them down. Find one, or find them all as you enjoy all that Downtown Solvang has to offer. Fun for the whole family!
All Julefest long, pop into the Solvang Visitor Center located at 1637 Copenhagen Drive, for a list of clues to the various hiding spots the Nisse frequents. Once you find each Nisse, head back to the Visitor Center to receive a special Solvang keepsake.
more
Time
Month Long Event (december)
Location
Solvang Visitors Center
1637 Copenhagen Drive
january
05jan7:00 pm9:00 pmSolvang Christmas Tree Burn
Event Details
Usually held in early January as a wrap-up of the month-long Solvang Julefest celebration, Solvang’s Tree Burn is considered to be one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the
Event Details
Usually held in early January as a wrap-up of the month-long Solvang Julefest celebration, Solvang’s Tree Burn is considered to be one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the California Central Coast. The 2024 Tree Burn is currently scheduled for Friday, January 5 (weather permitting).
Time
(Friday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Old Mission Santa Inés
1760 Mission Dr, Solvang
february
09feb9:00 amGaragiste Southern Exposure Wine FestivalFebruary 9 & 10
Event Details
The Garagiste Southern Exposure Festival is a unique chance to taste with 30 ultra-premium, under-the radar micro-wineries from the Central Coast of CA all under one roof in the lovely
Event Details
The Garagiste Southern Exposure Festival is a unique chance to taste with 30 ultra-premium, under-the radar micro-wineries from the Central Coast of CA all under one roof in the lovely town of Solvang CA. Over 70% of these wineries do not have tasting rooms and can’t be found on “wine country” maps! Come explore the best micro-wineries the region has to offer – all in one place, all in one weekend!
Time
(Friday) 9:00 am
Location
Solvang Veterans Memorial Hall
1745 Mission Drive
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