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May 16 2012

SYV Craft Beer Week

The craft beer movement is rising and it has taken the Santa Ynez… More»

May 26 2012

Famous Jazz series - Frank Potenza

A composer and performer with eight solo albums to his… More»

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Group Reservations Solvang

Group Reservations Solvang

Bring your group to Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country. Solvang, ideally suited for weddings, reunions a... more »


Shops along Alisal Road

Shops along Alisal Road

Delightful shops offer imported European wares: porcelain, iron work, leather, linens, and handicrafts. more »


Taste of Solvang

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The annual “Taste of Solvang” Food + Wine + Fun offers a showcase of delectable desserts, a “walking... more »


Danish Days Celebration

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Join us for Danish Days to celebrate the history of Solvang, enjoy Danish-style hospitality and reco... more »


 
Julefest Holiday Music

Julefest Holiday Celebration

Head to Solvang, California to celebrate the Christmas season this year, and you might feel like you are half-way around the world. But, you’re o... more »


 

 

 

Holiday Open Houses - Julefest 2011


More than 15Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony0 one-of-a-kind boutiques and specialty shops present everything from clogs to Danish porcelain to handmade lace, leather, iron art, jewelry, clothing, elegant antiques and collectibles,beautiful imported objects, vibrant arts and crafts, and colorful home furnishings. Five unique toy stores offer playful options for stocking stuffers and kids of all ages. More than a dozen wine tasting rooms provide seasonal cheer. The incredible variety makes Solvang a perfect destination to shop for unique holiday gifts and to “wrap it up” in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

List Open Houses here:

December 2, 2011

Chiffon - a pampering parlor and beauty boutique

4 - 6 PM
Chiffon will be celebrating Julefest's annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony with complementary hot apple cider and face painting for children and adults in the Solvang Mall Shops court yard directly behind the Solvang Park gazebo.
475 First St. Unit 5, 805-686-1155 www.chiffonboutique.com

The Sock Loft - Holiday Open House

5 to 8 PM
Come visit the Sock Loft for great novelty socks and to get your stocking stuffer.  We have over 4000 styles of cool socks to choose from.  Men's Socks, Women's Socks, Kids Socks.  Socks Socks Socks!  Stop in or shop online at www.SockLoft.com.  

The Mole Hole - Holiday Open House

6:00-7:30 pm
The Mole Hole Open House will be Friday evening, Dec. 2nd, 6:00-7:30 pm with Christmas carolers -  "Sweet Adeline Singers" .  Hot Cider and treats.

December 2-4  Wandering Dog Wine Bar Holiday Events

Wine & Chocolate Truffle Pairing? - December 2-4th, All day.  ?Startthe month off right with a special wine and truffle flight geared towards the holidays. $16/general. Wandering Dog Wine Bar, 539-C Mission Drive,  805.686.9126
www.wanderingdogwinebar.com

December 3, 2011

 The Artistic Pony - Holiday Open House

11am - 8pm Saturday and Sunday
Come visit The Artistic Pony Studio, Ltd. for our Annual Open House and Sale. Come meet your favorite artists, grab a holiday snack and save ona wonderful handmade item for that someone special! This is a very funevent and will get you in that Holiday Spirit!446 First Street, (805) 686-9899 (888) 820-7669www.theartisticpony.com

Home Connection - Holiday Open House

5 - 8 PM Saturday
Musical entertainment, refreshments. and this year some cooking demonstrations.  We offer 20% discount on all merchandise (excluding net priced items already on sale and special orders). Also, receive extra savings on in stock Amish Furniture items. Home Connection, 425 Alisal Road, 805-686-4553

Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery

The Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery, along with Judith Hale Gallery is having a "Meet the Artist" event from 12 - 4 pm. 486 First Street, Solvang. 805-688-6222

  • Dec 3rd - Marty Goldstein & Fayrene Parrish

December 4 - Jan. 8   Solvang Trolley Light and Caroling Tours

Solvang Trolley Light and Caroling Tours will run from Dec 4 through Jan 8th, Thursday through Monday. Availability is subject to change, and interested parties are welcome to call 805-794-8958 for updated schedules.
The cost of the event is $5.00 for adults, and $3.00 for kids 12 and under.
Solvang Trolley & Carriage Co.
805-794-8958
www.solvangtrolley.com

 Saturday, December 10th

Wandering Dog Wine Bar Holiday Event

Port Tasting with Cheese & Chocolate, Saturday, December 10th, 11-7pm. Sample 3 amazing ports, each paired with a gourmet cheese and chocolate. We will be serving a white port, a tawny port and a vintage port as well as a dry red wine made with the varietals traditionally used in port production. $20/general

Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery

The Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery, along with Judith Hale Gallery is having a "Meet the Artist" event, 12 - 4 pm. 486 First Street, Solvang. 805-688-6222

  • Dec 10th - Lou Mariani

 Saturday, December 17th

Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery

The Solvang Antiques Fine Art Gallery, along with Judith Hale Gallery is having a "Meet the Artist" event from 12 - 4 pm. 486 First Street, Solvang. 805-688-6222

  • Dec 17th - Joe Mancuso

Saturday, December 17th - 31st - Wandering Dog Wine Bar Holiday Events

Henriot Champagne and Flying Goat Sparkling Feature with Gourmet Cheese Platter. Saturday, December 17th-31st, $55 General Public and includes 2 sparkling flights and your choice of a cheese platter or a cheese & chocolate platter.?Sample four marvelous bubblies from famed Champagne producer, Henriot 


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