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 toplay and the top scoring 3 teams win a free bottle of wine.

Get ready for an exhilarating night of dance as the Rasquache Liberation Front (RLF) graces the stage at El Vaquero. Brace yourself for dance floor liberation with the RLF’s soulful blend of salsa, cumbia, Tex-Mex, and original tunes, infused with a touch of blues.

With seasoned veterans who've shared stages with icons like Los Lobos and Willie Nelson, the RLF will captivate you with musical prowess, delivering soaring melodies, sweet harmonies, and infectious rhythms honed alongside musical legends. Drawing from a rich array of Latin influences including Buena Vista Social Club, Flaco Jimenez, Eddie Palmieri, and Fito Olivares, the RLF's unique sound blends seamlessly with rock and blues, forming an irresistible concoction of Chicano music.

From Bob: We've got a lot of fans who come to Salsa Night with Flor de Cana, but have never heard of Rasquache Liberation Front. CHECK THEM OUT...I love these guys and I think you will also.

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve for the return of Big Bad Wolf to El Vaquero Winery.

Big Bad Wolf Hailing from Aptos, in Santa Cruz County, California, Big Bad Wolf howls with a special off-the-beaten-path brand of tasty and danceable blues-based classic rock from groups and artists like Creedence, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, Jon Hiatt, John Don’t Fogerty, The Hollies, and many more. A party with The Big Bad Wolf is always a high octane, rip-roaring good time.

Jefferson's John Fogerty vocals are spot on! Their “One Headlight” rendition is as good as the Wallflowers!

Reservations are highly recommended at bit.ly/evwreserve Cover charge is $10 at the door (goes 100% to the band). We’ll have award winning wines and great food by SNB food truck.

Get reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve to welcome Bean Creek back to El Vaquero Winery for an INDOOR show.

Bean Creek is a bluegrass band that plays straight ahead traditional style bluegrass. Slightly revised since the passing of original band member, Peter Hicks, we are now joined by Henry and Ella Warde, a.k.a. Hank & Ella of Hank & Ella with The Fine Country Band.

Note From Bob: These guys are excellent musicians with amazing vocals and a super fun stage presence. Henry is blessed with a classic country voice, Billy is a born entertainer and Sarah and Ella’s playing is a delight.

Enthusiasm and passion, as well as fine song choices, including rousing instrumentals and heartfelt ballads, are guaranteed to delight foot-stompin’ audiences. Dulcet harmonies and fun stage banter abounds…. get ready for some fun! Bean Creek was voted Best Band four times by the Northern California Bluegrass Society, while Billy has captured Best Vocalist 8 times since 2008. Rob has also picked up the Best Banjo Player in previous years. Band members include Billy Pitrone on guitar and vocals, Sarah Eblen on bass and vocals, Rob Horgan on banjo, Ella Warde on fiddle and vocals and Henry Warde on mandolin and vocals.

We’ll have award winning wine and delicious food from a quality local food truck.

Edge Of The West - is not just an ensemble, it's an adventure - a group quest. In the last few years the band of intrepid explorers has toured relentlessly, playing wild and remote destinations, as well as in big-city markets throughout the Western US. They have featured players such as Lacy J Dalton, Buddy Cage, Robbie Hoddinott, Barry Sless and Jerry Miller, they've opened shows for Lukas Nelson, David Nelson Band, Hard Working Americans, the Wood Bros, etc, and have played myriad festivals and club dates including top Bay Area venues such as Terrapin Crossroads, The Catalyst and Sweetwater Music Hall. And the band has honored their heroes with special tribute shows to the Grateful Dead, New Riders of the Purple Sage, and a tour commemorating the great Gram Parsons - including a party for Phil Kaufman the Road Mangler - AT the notorious and sacred Joshua Tree Inn.

El Vaquero presents our favorite Swamp Music/Blues/Americana Band - Jeffrey Halford & The Healers. Their albums are reviewed by Rolling Stone Magazine. Nashville Scene said "Halford, one of the best slide players on the planet". Last fall they played an 11 gig tour of Germany, The Netherlands and Berlin where there newest "Soul Crusader" release hit #1 on the EuroAmericana Charts. Their December 2023 Wine Club Pickup Party show was a big success with a hopping dance floor. Enjoy this great band covered extensively on KPIG radio.

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve to Join us for The Joint Chiefs INSIDE in Corralitos!

The Joint Chiefs Band is a 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.

As one of the most versatile and exciting dance bands the band’s enchanting music resonates throughout Santa Cruz County and beyond!

Cover charge is $10 at the door (100% to the band). We’ll have award winning wines and food by a quality local food truck.

Remember to reserve seats at bit.ly/evwreserve

El Vaquero Winery is thrilled to announce a great rock band ringing in the New Years (El Vaquero Time 6-9 PM, so we all have the option to be in bed at Midnight!)

Let’s kick 2025 to the curb in style with great wine, good vibes, great friends and pure Rock & Roll.

Along with their high-powered setlist, The Lovedogs are breaking out a special batch of 80s throwback jams -including Jenny (867-5309), The Breakup Song and more - performed live for the first time in 25 years!

Come celebrate the end of the year with Tony, Kenny and Tommy - The Lovedogs!

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve for a great time Corralitos style.

Catch this just added show - Alex Lucero the day after New Years! Prepaid reservations are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at bit.ly/evwreserve). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning wine and food by a quality local food truck.

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve to see Jolt!

JOLT is a high-energy local band based in Santa Cruz, featuring the talented lineup of Ted Welty (lead guitar,vocals), Daniel Lewis (bass), Rob Ouse (drums), John Michael (vocals, guitar) and Otis Redding (keyboards).

Known for their electrifying performances and signature blend of dance rock, JOLT delivers infectious grooves, powerful vocals, and dynamic instrumentals that keep them on their feet all night long. Whether they're covering classic hits or bringing original tracks to life, their vibrant stage presence and tight musicianship make them a must-see act in the local music scene. JOLT specializes in tunes by the Doors and the Who!

Prepaid reservations are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at bit.ly/evwreserve). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning wine and food (smash burgers( by Pressed Patty).

“This is a great rocking band with amazing guitar work by Dylan Rose and David De Silva on bass, drums by Keith Wieland and three great vocalists. Alisha Ripatti and Joscelyn Olson’s vocals cover a broad vocal spectrum beautifully from Fleetwood Mac to Heart to Led Zeppelin” - Bob Prikazsky (EVW Reviews)

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve to welcome the Ripatti Rose Band for an INDOOR Special Birthday Celebration with a Special Guest,opener Andy Barr, a touring member of the band America playing in the duo Formerly Alien.

“The Ripatti Rose band is a great rocking band with amazing guitar work by Dylan Rose and David De Silva on bass, drums by Keith Wieland and three great vocalists. Alisha Ripatti and Joscelyn Olson’s vocals cover a broad vocal spectrum beautifully from Fleetwood Mac to Heart to Led Zeppelin” - Bob Prikazsky (EVW Reviews)

Rooted in the Santa Cruz music scene, this talented lineup can traverse rock, blues, soul, funk, and everything in between. Be ready for a rock and roll show!

The opening act is Andy Barr in a duo with his wife called Formerly Alien. Formerly Alien is a post-apocalyptic space-folk band singing songs of hope, expansiveness and discovery from the lounge of a generation ship in the year 2075. The band is for fans of Paul Simon, Peter Gabriel and America, or anyone in search of something new. You can learn more about this band at formerlyalien.com.

We’ll have award winning wines and delicious food by a quality local food truck. Reservations are $20 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system). Seats (if available) day of the show are $30.

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve to see Old School Rock Band Stormin Norman and The Cyclones as they return from the release of their latest CD and their SOLD OUT appearances here last year.


The Band Features Ken Kraft - of SNAIL (Santa Cruz Famous Band in the 70s) fame & White Album Ensemble Lead Guitar and vocals, Stormin Norman Louis- Rhythm Guitar & vocals with Jojo Fox on Bass & vocals. Jim Hannibal on Saxophone and Scott Kail - on Drums


Their newly released CD "Road Trip" hit number one on the Roots Music Report Americana Chart and songs from it are played regularly on K{PIG.


Prepaid reservations are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at bit.ly/evwreserve). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning wine and food by a quality local food truck.

Make your reservations for the Alex Lucero Band at El Vaquero Winery starring the winner of the 2023 and 2024 Good Times Best Local Solo Artist and Band award The Alex Lucero Band.

Alex Lucero might have grown up in “The Cowboy Capital of The World”, but don’t let that fool you. Despite being brought up in a very “country” esque environment in small town Oakdale, Ca, Alex actually grew up listening almost exclusively to the soulful music of the 60’s & 70’s. Artists such as Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Van Morrison and Stevie Wonder have played a huge part in his musical influences and overall feel. Alex Lucero & The Live Again Band have received incredible response across Northern California being played regularly on multiple radio stations and on permanent rotation on the well known KPIG 107 “oink” 5.

Prepaid reservations are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at bit.ly/evwreserve). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning wine and food by a quality local food truck.

Make reservations at bit.ly/evwreserve for the return of Big Bad Wolf to El Vaquero Winery.

Make reservations for the return of PET ROXX.

PET ROXX is an authentic, fun-filled tribute to the great songs of the '70s. The roots run deep as their musical connection actually started in the '70s while attending Aptos High School together. (now that’s “Old School”!)

The group is composed of: Fred Thompson (guitar/vocals), Clay Wrede (guitar/vocals) and Rob Ouse (drums and vocals)who all graduated from Aptos High School in 1980 or 1981 and Soquel High grad Daniel V Lewis (on bass guitar). It's always like a high school reunion with these guys so join us and see some old friends or make some new ones. Favorite songs include acoustic Singer-Songwriter era songs of: America, Elton John, Cat Stevens, & Seals & Crofts and Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Tom Petty & many more!

From Bob: Enjoy a trip down memory lane with Pet Roxx, to a simpler, more gentle time of beautiful music!

Prepaid reservations are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at bit.ly/evwreserve). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning wine and food by a quality local food truck.