The annual Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley 2026 returns October 1–4, 2026, with four unforgettable days of wine, food, and unique experiences.
Brought to you by Visit the Santa Ynez Valley and presented by Sunset, this incredible festival highlights the very best of our region. While the celebration stretches across the valley, the itinerary below features the exclusive, highly anticipated activities happening right here in Solvang, CA. Explore our local events below, and secure your spot before they sell out!
Solvang Wine Tasting Reception
Saturday, October 3rd, 4:00pm – 5:30pm | $50.00
Enjoy wines from the Santa Ynez Valley, along with Solvang bites by Cecco Ristorante. (Full list of participants coming soon). The Solvang Grand Tasting will take place in the gorgeous gardens of Solvang Festival Theater (420 2nd St, Solvang, CA 93463) from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Note: This ticket does not include entry into the Solvang Dinner. Do not buy this ticket if you plan to purchase the dinner ticket, as dinner tickets include the tasting. Must be 21+ to attend.
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Solvang Dinner & Tasting
Saturday, October 3rd, 4:00pm – 8:00pm | $200.00
Indulge in an unforgettable evening in Solvang, CA. Join us for a grand tasting of Santa Barbara County wines in the garden of Solvang Festival Theater. After the tasting, enjoy an al fresco, multi-course, family-style dinner at long tables on Second Street, set for 100 guests.
Each course, crafted by a Solvang Chef, will be perfectly paired with Santa Ynez Valley wines. Featured restaurants will include Peasants Feast, The Gathering Table, Coast Range, Whiskey ’N Rye, and Olsen’s Bakery. Begin your evening with a tasting reception from 4pm – 5:30pm. The Solvang Dinner will take place on a closed portion of Second Street from 6pm – 8 pm.
Presented by the City of Solvang. Must be 21+ to attend.
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Breakfast Ride – Haywagon
Saturday, October 3rd, 8:30 – 10:45 a.m. | $65.00
Explore the great outdoors at Alisal Ranch via a wagon ride through the property, followed by a classic cowboy breakfast.
The Alisal Ranch is located at 1054 Alisal Rd., Solvang, CA.
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Zipline with Highline Adventures
Saturday, October 3rd, 9 – 11 a.m. | $115.00
Experience 3 of the biggest and fastest ziplines in California! The tour starts with check-in and ground school at basecamp.
After gearing up, enjoy a 4×4 tour to the top of the ranch, gaining over 1,000 feet of vertical and a drive through our protea flower fields. At the top, our highly trained guides will get you ready for an amazing zipline experience with spectacular views of the Santa Ynez Valley! Tours last about 2 hours.
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