Art and Culture

Small Business Saturday in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 11/24/2018

We love to support our local business owners in Ruidoso and what better day to spotlight a few than on Small Business Saturday? Small Busiess Saturday was created by credit card giant American Express in 2010 to shine light on the small…

2018 Ruidoso Oktoberfest

Taelor Martinez 10/19/2018

Oktoberfest in Ruidoso…It’s Apfelkuchen Time! Ruidoso Convention Center October 19th 5p-11p October 20th 12p-11p Click here for ticket and location information Click here for Ruidoso Oktoberfest website This year marks the 37th annual celebration of Oktoberfest in Ruidoso and folks are coming…

Ruidoso Named Most Underrated Town in New Mexico

Taelor Martinez 08/28/2018

There are many gems across the United States that may not be well-known, but are favorited by travelers that are fortunate enough to have discovered them. We are proud to be amongst a list of such towns in an article posted by…

Yarnbomb Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 06/21/2018

Sheyna Carrizal moved to Ruidoso from Austin, TX. “I picked up crocheting, and I love it.” She noticed yarnbombing in Austin and other major cities, and thought Ruidoso would be a really cool place to bring it to. “Especially in Midtown, it…

Ruidoso Birding and Our Tiniest Residents

Taelor Martinez 05/17/2018

So Many Reasons to Visit Ruidoso. It’s a Bird’s World. This is not another one of the typical “10 Reasons to Visit” articles. This article is about those creatures of the sky that grace our presence in wind, rain, yes… even in…

Second Annual Vines in the Pines: More Than Just Wine

Taelor Martinez 03/12/2018

Vines in the Pines is More than just wine… it’s arts, crafts, food and shopping! The second annual Vines in the Pines Wine and Art Festival was host to a dozen or so wineries from across this great state. The festival is…

Alto Artists Studio Tour

Taelor Martinez 07/29/2017

Alto Artists Studio Tour: Artisan Perfection If you would like to see notable mastery in the world of Lincoln County art the 14th Annual Alto Artists Studio Tour could be for you. You will be able to view skilled examples of watercolors,…

The Ruidoso Art Festival

Taelor Martinez 07/14/2017

A 40-Plus Year Tradition: The Ruidoso Art Festival Don’t let the title “The Ruidoso Art Festival” lead you into believing it’s only about one creative process – art. Yes, it involves numerous forms of aesthetic creativity by artists from around the U.S.…

Experience a Taste of the Spencer

Taelor Martinez 06/08/2017

Experience a Taste of the Spencer It has been said that we are defined as a culture by our artistic achievements. However, whether or not you agree or disagree with this statement one may look back at some of the great empires…

Hubbard Museum

Taelor Martinez 05/07/2017

Hubbard Museum: A Notable Vestige of Our Past Periodically we should all be reminded from whence we came. It shows us the ingenuity of our ancestors, forefathers – those who came before us. Especially if we can see the advancements through the…

Rodrigo Alegria

Taelor Martinez 03/28/2017

Rodrigo Alegria: Poetry in Motion with Emotion Upon an initial meeting with Rodrigo Alegria, this poet, writer, actor, artist, builder, a torrent of initial impressions come at you in a swarm. Is he just one of those … or is he all…

Art in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 11/01/2016

The Incredible Art of Ruidoso This scenic mountain village exhibits the works of art of numerous artists and craftspeople from the area for the pleasure of visitors and residents alike. The Ruidoso Downs Race Track 2016 meet may be concluded and the…

Prominent Alto Art Tour in 13th Year

Taelor Martinez 08/01/2016

Prominent Alto Art Tour in 13th Year Once again the popular and distinguished Alto Art Tour will take place Aug. 5-7, Friday through Sunday, at nine sites with 20 artists in attendance. Friday and Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

New Mexico on Display in Carrizozo

Taelor Martinez 03/16/2016

New Mexico Magazine Photos on Display in Carrizozo Enjoy an art filled day trip down the mountain to see the New Mexico magazine photos are on display in Carrizozo. If a picture is worth a thousand words, then what are a thousand…

Art Loop Puts Artists in Touch

Taelor Martinez 08/10/2015

It’s taken about four decades, but Ruidoso – all of Lincoln County, really – has become quite the destination for artists and art lovers alike. Evidence of this blossoming is on display Aug. 7-9 during the 12th annual Alto Artist’s Studio Tour.…

Ruidoso Events

May 1
Smokey Bear Days 2026 Come join in the fun in Capitan, NM and celebrate Smokey Bear’s birthday and the…
May 2
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…
May 3
Great American Cleanup @ Wingfield Park Join a nationwide effort to keep communities clean, green, and beautiful right here in Ruidoso.…
May 3
Sunday Sounds in the Patina @ Jacks Back Stage Sunday Sounds in the Patina Live Music | No Cover | Easy Sundays Done Right Wrap…
May 3
Lost Hiker Brewing Co.’s Sunday Hootenanny Ease into your Sunday with music, community, and a little spontaneity at Lost Hiker Brewing…