AMANDA
& EDDIE
10.10.26
Join us in wine country for Amanda and Eddie’s Wedding Weekend.
Please plan to be in Santa Ynez + Los Olivos from October 9-12, 2026 for festivities on the day before and after the wedding. Plan travel accordingly.
Friday
WELCOME PARTY
Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos
6 pm to 10 pm
Cocktails, dinner, and bluegrass,
Dress code: Wine Country Garden Party
Ladies: Floral and colorful — flowy dresses, midis, prints, garden-party vibes. Florals, color, and a little romance.
Gentlemen: No need for a tie. Think: linen, a little color, an open collar. Save the black for a different day.
Note: The evening air cools after sunset (a wrap or light layer is your friend).
Saturday
CEREMONY
Private Vineyard
4 pm to 10 pm
Join us for our ceremony and reception on a beautiful private vineyard in one of our favorite towns in the world. We'll gather among the vines to celebrate, dance, and feast the night away under the California sky — a sacred moment made whole by the presence of our family and friends.
Dress Code: Black Tie Optional.
Think: Formal, but on a Vineyard.
Ladies: The dress or gown you've been dying to wear — a flowing dress, a floor-length gown, or a high-end midi.
Gentlemen: A dark suit and tie are great. A tuxedo if you're feeling it. Or go full Gatsby.
We'll be on vineyard grounds, so flats will be provided for anyone who'd like to slip out of their heels and into the evening.
Detail: Buses will pick up from The Genevieve and Mattei's to transport you to the vineyard at 3 pm. There is no parking at the vineyard.
Saturday
AFTER PARTY
Genevieve Hotel
10 pm to Midnight
When the reception winds down, the night's just getting started. Buses will carry us to an after-party with a little country, a little rustic, and a whole lot of dancing.
Dress code: There's no need to change. But if you've got a pair of cowboy boots handy, bring 'em.
Late night snacks provided.
Our request to you is that you stay until the After Party!!
Sunday
YOGA + MATCHA MORNING
Mattei's Tavern
9:15 am to 10:30 am
Wellness for your morning after.
Please join Amanda (and possibly Eddie) in some matcha and movement, because Lord knows we will need it.
Dress code: Workout cuteness.
Sunday
LAKE DAY
Private Location
11 am to 2 pm
Come unwind with us by the water.
Dress code: Swimsuits, cover-ups — this is the slow, easy close to the weekend.
Wood-fired pizzas (gluten-free, obviously), rosé, and nowhere to be.
Buses will transport you to the venue at 10:30 am from Mattei's and The Genevieve.
TRAVEL
FLYING IN
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Distance: ~30 miles (45-minute drive)
Best for: Convenience and a stress-free experience.
Details: A beautiful, small airport with direct flights from major hubs like Denver, Dallas, Phoenix, Seattle, and LAX.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Distance: ~125 miles (2.5 to 3-hour drive)
Best for: International travelers and more frequent domestic flight options.
Note: Traffic out of LA can vary significantly—please plan for extra travel time!
GETTING TO THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
Car Rentals:
We highly recommend renting a car at the airport. While Santa Ynez is charming and walkable, Ubers and Lyfts are limited in the valley, and a car will give you the freedom to explore local towns.
QUICK NAVIGATION
For those driving from the south, we recommend taking Scenic Highway 154 (San Marcos Pass) for breathtaking views of Lake Cachuma as you descend into the valley.
YOUR JOUNEY TO THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
On your way from LAX…
First stop: Summerland, for a latte or matcha moment at Field + Fort.
Then, lunch.
Option One: Have a Montecito moment. Pop by Bettina at the Montecito Country Mart for wood-fired Neapolitan pizza (has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand five years running). Lunch is served daily until 2:30. Afterward, browse the shops before you hit the road.
Option Two: Head into the mountains. Take the San Marcos Pass to Cold Spring Tavern, a historic 1868 stagecoach stop tucked in the hills and home of the most famous tri-tip in the county. The kitchen closes at 3 on Thursday and 4 on Friday,
Either way, take the San Marcos Pass (Highway 154) into the Valley. It's the prettiest way in.
Just use your map to navigate to each of these locations, and you'll have a delightful journey.
Love you!!
MATTEI'S
In Los Olivos
Amanda and Eddie are staying here and have reserved several rooms.
Please book inside of the room block to receive the best price + other perks.
Please click below to reserve:
THE GENEVIEVE
In Santa Ynez
We have taken over the entire property. Rooms are available at this hotel for your convenience. The after party will also be here!
(To be clear: You cannot book these rooms through searching online. It will show that nothing is available as A + E have reserved the entire property.)
Please call 805.688.5588 or click below to reserve:
FESS PARKER
In Los Olivos
This is walking distance from where Amanda and Eddie are staying and a great option for guests who want to be nearby.
OTHER OPTIONS
Buellton + Solvang
For accommodations at lower price points, we recommend searching in Buelton or Solvang - both towns are conveniently nearby and have a wide variety of options.
A+E FAVORITE SPOTS IN THE SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
LOS OLIVOS
FELIX FEED + COFFEE at Mattei's
2350 Railway Ave., Los Olivos
Named for Felix Mattei, the original tavern owner. The best matcha in town, with housemade syrups and croissants. Start every morning here.
NELLA
2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos
Our go-to dinner in town, from the Italian team behind SY Kitchen. Perfect for a long, lingering night.
BAR LE CÔTE
2375 Alamo Pintado Ave., Los Olivos
Bright, stylish seafood from the team behind Bell's. Order the savory caviar cheesecake. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
SAARLOOS & SONS
2971 Grand Ave., Los Olivo
A family-owned tasting room pouring small-batch wines. Known for the wine and cupcake pairing.
LIQUID FARM TASTING ROOM AND MERCANTILE
2445 Alamo Pintado Ave., Suite 101, Los Olivos
A tasting room, lounge, and boutique in one, right on the main drag. Perfect for a slow afternoon in town.
SANTA YNEZ
SY KITCHEN
1110 Faraday St., Santa Ynez
One of our favorite restaurants on the planet. Rustic Italian from a Verona-born chef and the owners of Toscana in Brentwood. Sit on the porch. It's a moment.
SUNSTONE WINERY
125 N. Refugio Rd., Santa Ynez
One of the first organic vineyard estates in Santa Barbara County, and one of the most stunning in California. Wander a lavender and rosemary courtyard straight out of Provence.
KJ MURPHY’S CUSTOM HATTER & MERCANTILE
3569 Sagunto St., Santa Yne
Pull up to the hat bar and design a hat entirely your own. Kevin John Murphy has been handcrafting custom felt and straw hats since 1996. The best souvenir in the Valley.
ELSEWHERE
BELL’S • LOS ALAMOS
406 Bell St., Los Alamos
A Michelin-starred French bistro, five years running. The owners met at Per Se, and nearly everything comes from within 20 miles. Phenomenal.
COLD SPRING TAVERN • SAN MARCOS PASS
5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara (off Hwy 154)
A historic 1868 stagecoach stop tucked in the mountains, famous for its tri-tip slow roasted over red oak. BBQ on Saturday and Sunday. Go early; it can sell out.
