El Vaquero Winery

10/13/2026

09/29/2026

From the Monterey Bay area, Bobby Mariano and Friends is a group known for their musicianship, professionalism, and dynamic delivery of Classic Rock, Soul, Pop, and Blues music.

Bobby has played at El Vaquero Winery previously as a special guest of the Joint Chiefs. He was very well received as an excellent vocalist and showman.

We’ll have award winning w**es and delicious food by a quality local food truck.. Tickets are $10 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system at reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Tickets day of the show (if available) are $15.

09/29/2026

From the Monterey Bay area, Bobby Mariano and Friends is a group known for their musicianship, professionalism, and dynamic delivery of Classic Rock, Soul, Pop, and Blues music.

Bobby has played at El Vaquero Winery previously as a special guest of the Joint Chiefs. He was very well received as an excellent vocalist and showman.

We’ll have award winning w**es and delicious food by a quality local food truck.. Tickets are $10 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system at reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Tickets day of the show (if available) are $15.

09/28/2026

Make reservations to enjoy a Corralitos evening of classic Neil Young & CSNY music.

“Not So Young” is a dedicated group of musicians that capture the mood and raw energy of the classic Neil Young songbook. Representing over 40 years of Neil Young music, “Not So Young” delivers a wide assortment from the Godfather of Grunge. Every time you see “Not So Young” perform you will be glad that you came out to “Feel the Neil”.

“”Not So Young” includes Jim Rosenberg (lead vocals and guitar), David Handloff (bass) and the majority of the Fabulous Ripatti Rose Band, including Dylan Rose (guitar), Alisha Ripatti (vocals), Keith Wieland (drums) and Jocelyn Olson (keyboards). The guitar work of this band is riveting and the vocals extraordinary with 4 vocalists delivering rich harmonies of Neil and Crosby, Stills and Nash tunes.

Prepaid tickets are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning w**e and food from a quality local food truck.

09/28/2026

The Joint Chiefs Band is the premier dance band in the Santa Cruz area, 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!

We’ll have award winning w**es and delicious food by Santa Cruz Eatery. Tickets are $10 prepaid (via El Vaquero reservation system at reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Tickets day of the show (if available) are $15.

09/28/2026

Jefferson’s Revival is comin’ up around the bend a heavy dose of CCR, John Fogerty and a few other rock favorites. Jefferson’s Revival is a Creedence tribute band composed of three veteran musicians who perform regularly in the Santa Cruz area. Come if you like CCR and want a rocking good time, catch Jefferson’s Revival. They sound just like the real thing.

From Bob: Jefferson’s Revival is super popular with dance fans.

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 w**e and food from a quality local food truck.

09/24/2026

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 Tickets are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning w**e and food by a quality local food truck.

09/21/2026

Get tickets at evwtickets.com to see Big Bad Wolf.

Big Bad Wolf is a highly loved, 4-piece classic rock cover band based from Aptos. Known for high-energy, danceable blues-rock from artists like Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Steely Dan. Fans love Jefferson Hancock’s pitch-perfect John Fogerty impressions and their faithful, crowd-pleasing rendition of the Wallflowers’ “One Headlight”

From Bob: They are one of the most popular and consistently great rock cover dance bands at El Vaquero Winery.

Prepaid tickets are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at evwtickets.com). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning w**e and food from a quality local food truck.

07/24/2026

Trianna Feruza & The Heavy Hitters take the indie-funk and groove with it, earning comparisons like “No Doubt meets Anderson Paak jamming at a Sly and the Family Stone party.” Think the soulful depth of Erykah Badu meets the bold spirit of Amy Winehouse. Fresh off their sizzling debut at the 2026 Redwood Mountain Faire in Felton, the audience got a danceable dose of the band’s tight, high-energy on-stage presence and electric crowd connection. With Trianna on vocals and rhythm guitar, Josh Baldwin on lead guitar, Zach Latham on bass, and Ryan Ouse on drums,

The Heavy Hitters have performed at major events including NAMM Show 2026, Lucidity Festival, Joshua Tree Music Festival, and Mountain Vibe Music Festival, touring from Southern California through the Pacific Northwest. Trianna said she is focused on making every show a celebration of rhythm, healing, and community. Their musicianship has earned them a place in the High Sierra Music Festival Band Contest Semi-finals at Moe’s Alley.

Some quick reviews:

From Tasha: “Trianna is a talented and creative singer songwriter. Her singing is amazing. Her stage presence is awesome. Great Piano player and all around musician. Responsible and its a joy to be around her.”

Mark Roths: “Awesome original music with great presentation and presence.”

From Bob: Trianna has an undeniable excellent voice and cool style. He does covers by famous artists including Aretha Franklin, Sly and the Family Stone,
David Bowie and Bill Withers originals as well as originals. I’m really looking forward to her debut at El Vaquero Winery!

Prepaid tickets are $10 (via El Vaquero ticketing system at reservations.elvaquerow**ery.com). Seats, if available, day of the show are $15. We’ll have award winning w**e and food from a quality local food truck, Taco House.