EVENTS
This is for event reservations. To make a reservation for a tasting, please click here.
EVENT RESERVATION & Attendance Policy
1. Ticketing & Seating Guests must purchase one ticket per seat needed. Seats are allocated based on earliest reservations.
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Early reservations will be close to the stage, and later reservations will likely be farther away, unless a specific request is made. Earlier requests receive priority, we may not be able to fill all seating requests.
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12 and under are free, but must be included in the notes so that we know to provide a seat for them. Meaning if you have a group of 3 and 1 child, please pay for 3 and in the notes write (One child under 12). Additionally, children may not be left unattended.
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All ticketed guests (including children) must be listed to ensure accurate seating.
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Typical Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door, Special Event Tickets will have varied rates and will be published online
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2. Cancellations & Refunds made 48 hours or more before the event will receive a full refund.
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Example: For a Saturday event, cancellations must be made on Thursday.
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No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event.. Refunds can be issued via our online site using your confirmation link.
3. Day-Of Reservations are not accepted through the online system. A timer or lock will restrict online booking on the day of the event.
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Guests who still wish to attend may do so by paying the applicable cover at the door (subject to availability).
4. Reservation Changes
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No additional seats may be added to a reservation on the day of the event without prior approval. Same-day additions require contacting us directly (via text).
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Same-day reductions to party size (e.g., "We now have 3 instead of 8") are not eligible for refunds. The reservation holder is responsible for filling their reserved seats.
5. Reservation Notes and Seating Requests
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Reservation notes are the best way to communicate preferences with us, where we may not always be able to meet your preferences, adding notes can enhance your experience
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Reservation notes can be used for:
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Identifying any children in your party
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Requesting a specific area in the winery (Close to stage/ far away)
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Requesting ADA accessibility
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If you are coming with a group but have separate reservations, you MUST put the name of the reservation you wish to sit with in the notes OR WE WILL NOT KNOW TO SIT YOU TOGETHER!
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6. Confirmations
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Please check if your email is correct! Please check your phone number!
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If you do not have an email confirmation at the door, and we do not have your payment confirmed, your reservation will not be honored.
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Please contact us if you do not receive a confirmation within 20 minutes of booking!
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Email: Elvaquerowinery@gmail.com Text: 831-607-8118
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Thursday Night Trivia
No Reservations Needed!
Every Thursday, unless specifically noted, El Vaquero hosts Trivia Night. The winery is open from 6-9 pm with the Trivia contest starting 7ish. Bring your own team or join one here. Michael Gaither hosts 20 questions including video and audio questions about a topic posted ahead of time. There's no cost to play and the top scoring 3 teams win a free bottle of wine.
This week welcome all pets! Bring your friendly fur baby in! Best dressed pet wins a prize!
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Chubby Tacos
Friday February 20th, 6-9pm
B-Movie Kings
Rock
"Nothing gets the B-Movie Kings Rev’d Up like getting y’all up on the Dance Floor with Killer Songs, led by the dynamic Kevin Krilanovich who pours his Soul into every song💥"
The B-Movie Kings have been together almost 25 years playing classic rock and filling the dance floor and keeping it filled like no other!
The band has always been a local fan favorite playing at The Crow's Nest, The Catalyst , Sandbar, and the Cork and Fork. DID WE SAY THERE WILL BE DANCING, THERE WILL BE DANCING, LOTS OF DANCING.
We’ll have award winning wines and delicious food by a quality local food truck. Reservations are $10 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system at reservations.elvaquerowinery.com). Day of the show seats (if available) are $15.
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Mattia Pizza
Saturday, February 21st 5-8 pm
Wine Club Pick Up Party With The Free Elements
Free for Members $25 for Non Members
Club members it's the first pick up of 2026! We are throwing a Pajama Party and offering Breakfast for Dinner! THe party will be free to members (plus 1 guest) and $25 for additional guests. A private link will be sent in our weekly newsletter so make sure your subscribed!
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Pajama Party!
Sunday, February 22nd 4-7 pm
Wine Club Pick Up Party With Rust and Rivets
Free for Members $25 for Non Members
Club members it's the first pick up of 2026! We are throwing a Pajama Party and offering Breakfast for Dinner! THe party will be free to members (plus 1 guest) and $25 for additional guests. A private link will be sent in our weekly newsletter so make sure your subscribed!
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Pajama Party!
Friday February 27th, 6-9 pm
El Brick
Rockabilly
El Brick is a rockabilly band based in Santa Cruz, California. This energetic group is dedicated to reviving the classic sounds with a sharp edge. The band was founded by Tim Knapp and Pat (Patio) Golliher in 2024.
Mariah Martel captivates audiences with her powerhouse vocals and retro charm, blending classic rockabilly rhythms with a modern twist.
Donny Campion shines on lead guitar, his sick riffs and vibrant solos captures the spirit of rockabilly legends.
Patio Golliher on bass, whose rhythmic lines lay a solid foundation for the band's infectious energy.
Kyle Talty on drums, whose driving beats are reminiscent of rockabilly greats.
With a growing local following and a reputation for electrifying live performances, El Brick is on a mission to bring the rockabilly revival to new heights, one dive bar at a time.
We’ll have award winning wines and delicious food by a quality local food truck. Reservations are $10 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system at reservations.elvaquerowinery.com). Day of the show seats (if available) are $15.
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Tacos El Jeese
Saturday February 28th, 5-8 pm
Joint Chiefs
Soul, Funk
The Joint Chiefs Band is the premier dance band in California, captivating audiences with electrifying performances and infectious grooves. Element of Classic R&B, Funk and Soul, creating a signature sound that keeps the dance floor alive and pulsating.
Food by:
Off The Hook Sushi
Sunday, March 1'st All Day!
2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Tasting Event!
We are so excited to share our winners in the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition! This is one of the biggest wine competitions in the world and we are so proud of Alex and the teams hard work. A special thank you to all of you for supporting and loving our wine!
We won 4 Gold Medals for the following wines that will be included in the tasting at $25: 2024 Gularte Vineyard Chardonnay, 2023 'Old Man Nelson' Merlot, 2023 Church Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, and our 2023 'Bijoux' Red Blend!
Additionally, we also won 3 Silver Medals: 2024 Sauvignon Blanc, 2023 Cabernet Franc, and 2021 Bate Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon. As well as Bronze for our Pinot Gris! These 4 wines will also be available to taste for $15!
Or Purchase the "Total Winners Tasting" for $30 and taste all 8 winners!
We will also have limited bottles to go bottles available!
Reserve a tasting during tasting room hours using the link below or reserve to see our new favorite blues band Fly Paper Kites and enjoy some easy listening with your wine!
**Please note, this tasting is not free to members, but you do receive your 15-20% discount**
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Sunday, March 1'st 4-7 pm
Fly Paper Blues
$10 Prepaid (via El Vaquero Reservation system) $15 day of show
Flypaper Blues are a Santa Cruz-based Americana outfit with a sound that feels like whiskey-soaked roots music with a playful, gritty edge. Their songs draw from traditional bluegrass, alt-country, ragtime, and even post-punk flavors, anchored by driving drums, fiddle, and deep bass rhythms that nod to the everyday blues of life and living. The band’s songwriting blends personal, humorous storytelling with soulful Americana energy, making their live shows lively, danceable, and heartfelt — perfect for local venues and festival crowds alike.
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TBD
Friday March 20th, 6-9 pm
St Patrick's - Juice of the Barley with Opener Sharon Allen & The Dusty Boots (short acoustic set)
Irish Music and Country Blues
Join us in Celebrating St Patrick’s (a few days later) with authentic Irish Band Juice of the Barley with Sharon Allen & The Dusty Boots doing a short set of acoustic country blues.
Juice Of The Barley is a high-energy band with fun and enjoyment at its core.
Playing a wide range of songs, jigs and reels spanning traditional Irish music, bluegrass, country, pop and rock, their repertoire is both familiar and yet refreshingly different at the same time, with great songs interpreted in an original way. As well as playing original material, they cover songs and tunes from a wide range of artists including The Pogues, Christy Moore, The Fureys, Elvis, The Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, Fleetwood Mac, U2, Green Day, Bon Jovi, The Beatles, John Denver, Don McLean and Oasis just to name a few.
Playing a mixture of banjo, mandolin, guitar, low whistle, flute, saxophone and drums, their energy and distinctive sound never fails to raise the roof and they are proud to bring out the dancer in almost everyone (even those who should probably never dance!) Their love for performing is plain to see and the fun and enjoyment they create is contagious.
The band, comprised of first and second-generation Irish musicians, captures the spontaneity and excitement of an Irish pub session and transports it to the stage. It is perhaps this easy-going appeal that makes Juice Of The Barley such fun to watch live and has allowed them to grace the stage with a wide range of well-respected musicians around the world. Having played throughout Europe, the United States and Australia over the years, the band is excited to be able to release their new live album, recorded at Wind River Studios in the Santa Cruz mountains, California.
Sharon Allen & The Dusty Boots, is one of Santa Cruz County’s favorite local bands, and they’ll play a short set of acoustic music. Known for their soulful blend of Americana, country, and rock ‘n’ roll, Sharon’s powerhouse vocals and the band’s tight harmonies deliver a high-energy, heartfelt performance every time they hit the stage.
Prepaid reservations are $10 (goes 100% to the band) via the El Vaquero ticketing system at reservations.elvaquerowinery.com seats, if available, day of the show are $15 at the door. We’ll have award winning wines and a quality local food truck.
Food by:
TBD
Saturday March 28, 5-8 pm
The Swag Tones
Funk/Soul/Disco
The Swag Tones are an energetic, genre fluid, era fluid seven piece band consisting of seasoned pro musicians that will keep you dancing with funk, soul, disco and a sprinkling AM Gold classics.
Featuring two powerhouse vocalists emphasizing harmony along with a tight rhythm section, guitar, keyboards, saxophone and percussion that play with dynamic precision.
The Swag Tones rock and will keep you on the dance floor or keep a smile on your face as you sit back enjoying award winning wines!
From Bob: The Swag Tones debuted at El Vaquero Winery in a special sold out show July 4th with The Alex Lucero Band. The crowd response was great, very good music, vocals and a cool vibe to dance to. That’s why they’re back!
Prepaid reservations are $10 (goes 100% to the band) via the El Vaquero ticketing system at reservations.elvaquerowinery.com seats, if available, day of the show are $15 at the door. We’ll have award winning wines and food by a quality local food truck.
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TBD
Sunday March 29th, 4-7 pm
Bellydance Benefit for PV Loaves and Fishes
Bellydance
Join us to celebrate the power of community: 100% of donations and proceeds from the tickets will be offered to benefit Pajaro Valley Loaves & Fishes. Mesmerizing soloists, troupes of dancers and live drumming will rivet your attention on this magical evening at El Vaquero Winery in Corralitos.
Featuring the cuisine of My Mom’s Mole!
Tickets are $15, reserve your tix at https://reservations.elvaquerowinery.com/
Performances by:
Yousef Al Deeb
Jill Baker
Djinn Allain
Lana
Watsonville Yoga dancers
Surreya Hada
Jacqui Wong
Sparks
Heidi Winner Odom and Synergy
Troupe Malaya
Phoenix
Natasha and David Feldthouse
Live drumming by Dror Sinai and Avi Sinai
More TBA
Food by:
My Mom's Mole