Eat & Drink

Holiday Photo Ops in Ruidoso

Breck Lindsey 11/16/2021

Looking for an Instagram-worthy experience while you’re visiting the village? During the holidays, there’s a magical moment around every corner with sparking lights, annual traditions, and larger than life Christmas trees. Grab your cell phones and put on your best outfit, because…

The Essential Guide to Ruidoso in August

Breck Lindsey 08/06/2021

Although the summer is moving towards a close, things aren’t slowing down in Ruidoso in August! There are tons of fun, adventurous, and inspiring things to do around the area this month. Whether you’re a history buff, an art aficionado, or an…

50th Annual Ruidoso Art Festival Coming July 30th

Breck Lindsey 07/19/2021

Join us at the Ruidoso Art Festival as the event celebrates 50 years of showcasing artists’ work in the cool pines of Ruidoso. The Art Festival will be held at the Ruidoso Convention Center on July 30th, 31st, and August 1st. Tickets…

Get All American Cowboyfest Tickets In June

Breck Lindsey 05/12/2021

Formerly known as the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium, All American Cowboyfest is coming to Ruidoso for 2021 with an exciting four-day festival planned that will delight and immerse families in western culture, country music, and for the first time, rodeo. Tickets go…

Billy the Kid Casino Reopening March 22nd

Breck Lindsey 03/12/2021

Let the games begin! Billy the Kid Casino at Ruidoso Downs is officially reopening their doors to the public this month on Monday, March 22nd. After a year of being closed due to state mandates and the pandemic, the casino will again…

Ruidoso Included as One of New Mexico’s Best Places to Visit

Breck Lindsey 01/04/2021

We know Ruidoso has a lot of wonderful restaurants, shops, and activities to offer guests year round, but it’s always great to be recognized for it! In December, Thrillist, a website dedicated to the best food, drink, travel, and entertainment news, posted…

Mother’s Day Ideas

Taelor Martinez 05/01/2019

Celebrate your mom or another mom you think is great this year! Here’s a list of some fun ideas to help you plan a Mother’s Day to remember. Mother’s Day at the Barn When: May 12thWhere: Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water WineryBrunch,…

2018 Holiday Happenings in Ruidoso!

Taelor Martinez 11/16/2018

A compilation of everything that is happening in Ruidoso this holiday season! Hope y’all have your shopping list ready and calendar in hand…because it’s that time of year! Time to dig the Christmas tree out of the basement…or load up the family…

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…

Wild Game Bistro & Market is Open in High Rolls, NM

Taelor Martinez 07/13/2018

In the mid-1800’s, members of the Niffenegger family came to America from Switzerland. Today, their progeny resides in a corner of the Sacramentos called High Rolls, NM, just below Cloudcroft on Hwy 82. Who are the Niffenegger’s? Bill and Beverly Niffenegger are…

A Tall Order: Noisy Water Winery

Taelor Martinez 05/21/2018

Bright, plain-spoken Jasper Riddle is not only a successful entrepreneur, He’s a community minded winemaker. Ruidoso, NM is his hometown. And although he couldn’t wait to leave after high school, at 31 years he enjoys a hand in glove relationship with the…

Romance in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 03/23/2018

This travel writer honeymooned in Ruidoso, recently, and has the scoop on where to shop, snack, snuggle and snooze. Ruidoso is a popular destination for couples who want to escape the day to day drudgery and unwind in the mountains. The cool…

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…

On Tap: Lost Hiker Brewing Co.

Taelor Martinez 03/02/2018

Lost Hiker Brewing Company is part of collaborative microbrewery movement. “High tides rides all ships,” Dan Carey quotes a friend. “There’s no use in working against each other. We’re hoping to develop a scene here.” What’s in a name? Jennifer and Dan…

Tina’s Cafe: Completely New Mexico

Taelor Martinez 02/16/2018

People come to Tina’s Cafe in Ruidoso NM to see familiar faces, to visit, and have great food. Tina’s charm might begin with the 400-year-old tree just outside the front door. Others are drawn to her New Mexico True designation, compliments of the…

Ruidoso Events

Jan 29
Calista Band LIVE Live music, craft beer, and Pizza for Good at Lost Hiker Brewing Company and Taproom!…
Jan 29
Tyler Jones LIVE at Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) Show starts at 6 PM. Come to Downshift Brewing Company to enjoy live tunes and…
Feb 4
StateLine LIVE at Quarters Stateline has been a staple in Country music in the Eastern New Mexico/West Texas area…
Feb 5
The Hamiltons LIVE at Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) Show starts at 6 PM. Come to Downshift Brewing Company to enjoy live tunes and…
Feb 11
Spivey LIVE at Downshift Brewing Company (Hidden Tap) Show starts at 6 PM. Come to Downshift Brewing Company to enjoy live tunes and…