GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
THURSDAY, NOV. 7
Buellton Planning Commission, 6 p.m.
At Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton
For more info: cityofbuellton.com
MONDAY, NOV. 11
Solvang City Council, 6:30 p.m.
At Solvang City Council Chambers, 1644 Oak St., Solvang
For more info: cityofsolvang.com
MONDAY, NOV. 12
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District Board, 5:30 p.m.
Board Room, Administration Office, Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, 2975 Mission Drive, Solvang
For more info: syvuhsd.org
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 13
Los Olivos Community Services District, 6 p.m.
Los Olivos Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos
For more info: losolivoscsd.com
THURSDAY, NOV. 14
Buellton City Council, 6 p.m.
At Council Chambers, 140 West Highway 246, Buellton
For more info: cityofbuellton.com
EVENTS
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, NOV. 8-10
Buellton Fall Festival, 4 to 10 p.m. (Friday), 12 to 10 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday)
The Buellton Fall Festival will be a three-day festival that is “Fun for the Whole Family!” The free-admission event will take place Friday, Nov. 8, to Sunday, Nov. 10, on Avenue of Flags! The event will have live music on two stages, carnival rides and games, merchant and food vendors, and beer, wine, seltzer, and kombucha for sale.
The event will include the “Ales on the Avenue”
Craft Beer & Wine Festival on Saturday from 12 to 3:30 p.m. with 15-plus breweries, wineries, seltzers, and more.
Located at Avenue of the Flags, north of Highway 246, Buellton
For more info: buelltonfallfest.com
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, NOV. 8-9
Elverhøj’s Queen of Arts, 4 to 7 p.m. (Friday) and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturday)
Save the dates! Elverhøj’s Queen of Arts is back for 2024. Local artists share their unique creations at this well-loved Solvang event. Queen of Arts is hosted at the beautiful and historic Elverhøj Museum of History & Art which welcomes nearly 25,000 visitors annually. Join us
for the Friday Sip & Shop from 4 to 7 p.m., and Saturday for the event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a great variety of unique and imaginative work by 20+ regional crafts people.
At Elverhøj Museum, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang
For more info: elverhoj.org
SATURDAY, NOV. 9
Santa Ynez Valley Salute to the Vets, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Come to Solvang Park for a military vehicle display, flyover, food, beer & wine, silent auction, 50/50, games, prizes, and much more! Live music to be performed by Out of the Blue. All donations to SBCVF Benefit – SB County Veterans and their families.
At Solvang Park, 1630 Mission Drive, Solvang
For more info: salutetothevets.org or sbcvf.org
SYV Historical Museum 40th Annual Vaquero Benefit, 5 to 9 p.m.
It’s time once again for the Annual Vaquero Benefit Dinner and Auction at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum in celebration of the traditional Vaquero spirit and way of life. This popular event honoring the ”2024 Vaquero of the Year” will take place on Nov. 9 in the beautiful courtyard setting of the museum in historic downtown Santa Ynez. This event will honor the Vaquero of the Year, local Santa Ynez horseman, realtor, ”Ranchero” and popular valley friend, Joe Olla. Don’t miss this annual celebration. Sponsorship packages are available.
At Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum, 3596 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez
For tickets or more info: Call (805) 688-7889, info@santaynezmuseum.org, or go to santaynezmuseum.org
SATURDAY, NOV. 16
Solvang Community Cleanup, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Solvang residents — get your trash pile ready or green waste, clean scrap metal, wood or bulk waste (mattresses, unusable furniture, etc). No electronic waste or hazardous waste. Free drop off, but customers will be required to show a valid photo ID with a matching Waste Management Bill.
At Public Parking Lot 4, 1616 Oak St., Solvang
For more info: Call City of Solvang (805) 688- 5575 or go to cityofsolvang.org
Zaca Mesa Harvest Fall Fiesta, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Our 2024 Annual Harvest Fall Fiesta will mark the close of our 49th vintage harvested at our historic estate winery and the 51st year since our founding in 1973.
With delicious tacos from Tortilleria Mexico and live music performed by Robert Herrera, this celebration is bound to be one for the books! Tickets are $60 general admission and $50 for winery members.
At Zaca Mesa Winery and Vineyards, 6905 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos
For tickets or more info: zacamesa.com/upcoming-events/, call (805) 688-9339 or email events@zacamesa.com
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
Explore Paths To Wellness And Growth – The Sanctuary, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fall is the time of year where decline and decay lead to regeneration and renewal. Its emphasis on the cycle of life lends itself beautifully to this event. The Sanctuary is a collective gathering where wellness, growth, and positivity come together. Experience a day filled with inspiration as you explore different modalities of healing and wellness. Shop our vendors, book a session with our intuitives, and engage in meaningful workshops. With a full bar and food service available for purchase, this free in-person event has everything you need for inner enrichment, nourishment anddiscovery. Walk-Up experiences and mini workshops will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
At Craft House at Corque, 420 Alisal Road, Solvang
For more info: thesanctuarysyv.com
ONGOING
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS
Storytime at Solvang Library, 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Join us indoors on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
Come to enjoy songs, stories, movement, and a warm welcome. Please make a reservation at cityofgoleta.org/city-hall/goleta-valley-library
At Solvang Library, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang
For more info: Solvang Library (805) 688-4214
WEDNESDAYS
Solvang Farmers Market, 2:30 to 6 p.m.
Each week, the farmers in the marketplace display a colorful bounty of agricultural products grown right in our backyard. Seasonal diversity is available year-round rain or shine. Come. Shop. Socialize. Certified — the only way to buy! Join us in downtown Solvang every Wednesday on First Street, between Mission Drive (Highway 246) and Copenhagen Drive.
Wine Wednesdays in Buellton, 4 to 8 p.m.
Please join us for an evening out with family fun for all in Buellton, hosted by Esfuerzo Wines and The Birria Boyz. This event will take place each Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Each week we will have guest food vendors, live music and much more to be announced. We hope to see you there!
At 140 Industrial Way, Buellton
For more info: info@esfuerzowine.com
SPORTS AND RECREATION
ONGOING
Pickleball, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Pickleball — part Ping-Pong, part badminton, lots of momentum — is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. The games can be fast-paced and deliver a good workout. 2 person teams/ or singles. All are welcome!
At Buellton Rec Center, 301 Second St., Buellton
For more info: buelltonrec.com
Drop-In Adult Basketball, Year Round, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 6 to 7:15 a.m.
Start your day with a pick up game of basketball with friends.
At Buellton Rec Center, 301 Second St., Buellton
For more info: buelltonrec.com
Open Basketball, Ongoing, Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Start your day with a pick up game of basketball with friends.
At Buellton Rec Center, 301 Second St., Buellton
For more info: buelltonrec.com
For info on these and other programs, go to buelltonrec.com
