Solvang Centennial

1911 - 2011

Historical Photos of Solvang

Join the Danish Village of Solvang California, as we explore the historical cultural heritage of our quaint European Village. Be inspired by our old world charm mixed with fresh ideas as we pursue creative new directions.

www.SolvangUSA.com

Elverhoj Museum
of History & Art

Olde Mission
Santa Inés

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Purchase
Taste of Solvang Tickets for 2012
March 16-18, 2012

Solvang Sweet Treats Trail

Hungry for some sweets you'll find delicious Danish pastries, aebleskive, hand dipped chocolates, hand made fudge, European and American candies and more in Solvang! Just check out the NEW Sweet Treats Trail map.

Located approximately 35 miles from the Santa Barbara, CA, Pacific Ocean south-facing beach and about 35 miles from the Vandenberg Air Force Base Pacific Ocean west-facing beach. Solvang enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine each year.

Continuing Events

 

Weekly: Solvang Farmer’s Market
Fresh produce, flowers, breads, cheeses, nuts, baked goods and more!
2:30 – 6 PM, Wednesdays, First Street between Mission Drive and Copenhagen Drive

Monthly: Solvang Third Wednesday
Over 60 participating merchants, restaurants and businesses around the Village of Solvang offer special Solvang Third Wednesday discounts and sales all day. Wine Walk  3 – 7 pm,  $20 (cash only please) and includes a wine glass and tasting at 5 wine establishments of your choice. www.solvangcc.com

Through November: Solvang Heritage Trail Dedication Ceremony
Monthly dedication ceremonies throughout the village to honor Solvang's cultural heritage dedicating historical sites along Solvang's emerging Heritage Trail. Program & refreshments.
2: 30pm-3:30 PM. Third Wednesday.

Solvang's Centennial

Buy your official Centennial products at the Visitor Information Center and at participating merchants. Visit us at 1639 Copenhagen Dr.

Brought to you by the Solvang Centennial Celebration Committee

Solvang Centennial Julefest

NOVEMBER: Homecoming & Thanksgiving

November 4-5: Queen of Arts Show & Sale. More than 35 area artists and crafts people will offer their original, handmade work. From unique folk crafts to fine art, there is a wide range of imaginative art making at various prices. Guests can enjoy wine & appetizers while shopping. Elverhøj Museum of History & Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way. Fri 4-7pm; Sat 10am-5pm. (805) 686-1211 or www.elverhoj.org

November 4: Santa Ynez Valley Union High School Homecoming. Special events include a Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Dance, and football games: SYUHS Jr. Varsity vs. Cabrillo Jr. Varsity, 4pm. Sr. Varsity, Pirates, vs. Cabrillo, 7pm, SYVUH stadium. (805) 688-6487

November 5: Solvang Prelude Bike Ride. Cyclists enjoy the challenge of a 35-mile, 50-mile or Metric Century bike ride in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Presented by SCOR Cardiac Cyclists Club (“Specialized Coronary Outpatient Rehabilitation”), a non-profit recreational bicycling club. This ride is a prelude to the Solvang Century, March 10, 2012. (562) 690-9693 or www.bikescor.com/prelude
November 6, 9am-3pm: Nojoqui Falls 39th Annual Car Show & Fun Run. Free Car Show: Pre-1972 street rods, custom & classic cars, trucks & motorcycles. Dash plaques, 50/50 raffle and awards, BBQ, prizes and t-shirts. Hosted by Central Coast Streetrods at Nojoqui Falls. (805) 735-7103
November 12: Solvang’s Finest Century – A Ride to Benefit Challenged Athletes Foundation. The very best Century and Metric Century routes in Southern California’s most scenic and most popular cycling region. Begins at 7am. (818) 889-2453

DECEMBER: Traditions

December 1-21: Solvang’s Julefest: 1911 - 2011, “Lighting Up 100 Years.” Presented by the City of Solvang, Solvang Conference and Visitors Bureau, and other sponsors.

Events include:

• December 2, 5pm: Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony. Tree lighting and live entertainment, music, dancing, and singing. Special guests include Santa & Mrs. Claus. Solvang Park, Corner of Mission Dr. and First St. (805) 688-6144.

• December 3, 11am: Julefest Parade. A traditional and colorful holiday parade with floats, historic vehicles, and music. Downtown Solvang.
• December 10: Nativity Pageant. Santa Ynez Valley Visitors Association sponsors a dramatization of the First Christmas in the Solvang Festival Theater, 420 Second St. Two performances, 5pm and 7pm. (805) 688-6144.

• December 17-18, 11am to 4pm: Solvang’s Holiday Wine About. A weekend walking wine tasting tour in the Village. Tickets required; $40 for a two-day pass. (805) 688-6144 or www.SolvangUSA.com.

• December 21: Third Wednesday’s Holiday Celebration. Strolling carolers, tree-decorating contest, open houses, shopping discounts, and much more in and around Solvang.

Continuing Events

Through October 30: Danish by Design: the Art and Inspiration of Rick James Marzullo. Stunning Gallery exhibit of Marzullo’s sought after cut-paper designs; paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor; ceramics; designs for wrought iron, stained glass, Danish costumes, and handwork. Elverhøj Museum of History & Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way at Second St. W/Th 1-4pm, F/Sat/Sun Noon-4pm. (805) 686-1211 or www.elverhoj.org.
Weekly, Wednesdays 2:30pm-6pm: Solvang Farmers’ Market. Fresh produce, flowers, breads, cheeses, nuts, baked good, and more. First St. between Mission Dr. and Copenhagen Dr.

Monthly: Solvang Third Wednesday. Over 60 participating merchants, restaurants, and businesses throughout Solvang offer special “Solvang Third Wednesday” discounts and sales all day. Wine Walk, 3-7pm. $20 ticket (cash only please) includes wine glass and tasting at 5 wine establishments.

Monthly: Solvang Heritage Trail Dedication Ceremony on Third Wednesday at 2:30pm. Join us in honoring Solvang’s cultural heritage as historical sites and points of interest are dedicated along Solvang’s ever-growing Heritage Trail. Program & refreshments. (805) 688-6144.

• October 18: Site of first area development—Old Mission, Santa Inés, 1760 Mission Dr.

• November 16: The first large commercial project in downtown Solvang built in the Danish style—Copenhagen Square, Alisal Rd. at Copenhagen Dr.

• Note: No Dedication Ceremony in December

In the Future

January 6, 2012, 4pm: Time Capsule Placement. Solvang Centennial Plaza.

January 6, 2012: Second Century Celebration. Celebrate Solvang’s launch into its second hundred years while sharing dinner and memories as recalled by family members of some of the town’s long-time residents. Hotel Corque, 400 Alisal Road. Event details will be available November 1 at www.solvang100.com.
January 6, 2012: Annual Christmas Tree Burn: Santa Inés Mission grounds, begins shortly after dark.

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