Experience influential forms of American popular culture with theatrical performances, jazz concerts, Julefest Nativity Pageant and other events at Solvang Festival Theater.
Music, you'll love it! From soft rock to smooth jazz to pop and country music played in the 18+ wine & beer tasting rooms in Solvang.
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Discover Wine from the Grape to the Glass in Santa Barbara County Wine Country from Santa Ynez Valley to Sta. Rita Hills.
Sample central coast wines while visiting any of the 18+ wine tasting rooms in the peaceful Danish Village of Solvang and 100+ wineries in Santa Ynez Valley.
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Love boutique shopping? Solvang offers more than 150 one-of-a-kind shops where you can discover trendy styles and impeccable service.
Explore high-end boutiques, European imports and art galleries as you create wonderful memories as you enjoy your shopping experiences in the Danish Village of Solvang, Little Denmark.
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Solvang's quaint old-world European fairy tale feel and friendly Danish hospitality offers a relaxing peaceful atmosphere for families away from home.
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Solvang is very pet-friendly – so bring your best friend with you! Many of the shops offer dog treats to your furry friends. Plus, we have several watering fountains at just the right level for your pet to quench their thirst.
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Danish Heritage Festival - September 16-18, 2022.
Little Denmark! Admission to Solvang Danish Days is free! Solvang Danish Days includes three parades, Danish folk dancers and musicians performing around town, plus other feature events like the Aebleskiver Breakfasts, Viking Encampment, free Saturday evening rock concert line-up, and much more!
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Join us for our annual Julefest (Yule-fest) celebration in Solvang! Julefest is packed with activities throughout the holiday season for adults and kids alike.
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Take the Solvang Heritage Audio Tour accessible from the Tour button in the Experience Solvang Mobile App. Available for both the iPhone and Android. Use the helpful Solvang travel app for all your adventures! Keep you connected and informed during every stage of your trip to make your visit easier and more enjoyable.
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Slow down and take life easy as you ride your bicycle through Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley while exploring Santa Barbara county wine country.
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You will appreciate both the architectural and folk ambience of the cultural icons scattered throughout Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley.
With the historical diversity of the Central Coast of California, from Danish history and heritage to motorcycles, California missions to natural history and nature art museums, to native American and western heritage to oil memorabilia, you are sure to find attention-grabbing places to visit.
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Ride a Segway, visit Ostrichland and a miniature horse ranch, try an ATV or jeep tour of the scenic hillsides, go horseback riding, pedal a surrey bike around town, take a hike in the national forest and rent a boat on Lake Cachuma.
Take the kids for a fun afternoon at Sunny Fields Park in Solvang. Take a cycling tour of the Santa Barbara Wine country.
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Those looking for musical entertainment, will find choices from live bands and solo artists in wine & beer tasting rooms to top performers at the Chumash Casino, Nashville Nights and Tales from the Tavern. Wine connoisseurs enjoy Winemaker Dinners, horse and sports enthusiasts love the Polo Classics. Theater goers welcome the summer season live theater at Solvang Festival Theater where world-class musicals are performed.
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Explore Solvang with our 1-4 day suggested travel itineraries. Find things to do outdoors, indoors and all around the Santa Ynez Valley. Learn the history and culture of the Chumash area, explore five very different museums and ride a Segway or a surrey bike, or even go cycling in the scenic countryside. Of course, you will want to visit wine tasting rooms and the numerous vineyards with a variety of wines and grapes.
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Like to golf? You will love Solvang!
With five golf courses nearby and excellent temperate climate year-round, you can golf almost every single day of the year here.
Enjoy the scenic rolling hills, stunning views of the Santa Ynez River valley and California live oaks in a beautiful natural environment.
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Solvang feels like northern Europe, yet "Little Denmark" lives in the center of the Central Coast of California.
From the Danish traditions of Solvang to the Western roots of the entire region, arts and culture have played an important role over the last century in the Santa Ynez Valley.
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From history and art, to wine tasting - these are top things to do indoors in Solvang.
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