Festivals

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…

6 Fun Things to Do Locally on 4th of July Weekend

Breck Lindsey 06/23/2021

The world is returning to normal just in time for 4th of July Festivities in Ruidoso. With New Mexico’s complete reopening scheduled for July 1st, we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors back to our beautiful village with no limits on the fun…

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…

50 Years of the Ruidoso Art Festival

Breck Lindsey 02/11/2021

Escape to the mountains for a getaway filled with art and inspiration this summer. *Scheduled for July 30 – August 1, the 2021 Ruidoso Art Festival will be held at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Every year the event draws more than 5,000…

Annual Festival of Lights Cancelled

Breck Lindsey 11/02/2020

**11/24 UPDATE** Event has been cancelled. The Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Festival of Lights with a new twist! Scheduled for December 5, 2020 the parade will be REVERSED this year to give families a safe way to enjoy…

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…

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…

Red Hot Ruidoso 4th of July

Taelor Martinez 06/05/2018

Come on up to the cool mountains for our Red Hot Fourth Of July celebrations! Plan on taking a week off of work because there’s a lot happening! Starting off with the most popular event: The Star Spangled Celebration When: July 4th,…

Men of Iron Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 04/05/2018

Men, a mountain and a mission. On April 19, 20 and 21, men will gather to “Experience the glory of God on the mountaintop,” according to the Men of Iron Facebook page. The mission: “Encounter God’s presence, mercy and power.” According their…

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…

Aspenfest Festival at Wingfield Park

Taelor Martinez 10/04/2017

Aspenfest Festival at Wingfield Park Join us on Saturday, October 7, 11 am to 6 pm at the Aspenfest Festival at Wingfield Park! NM Wine, Craft Beer, and Spirits, and live music make this a festival you don’t want to miss! In…

Zia Festival Weekend

Taelor Martinez 07/24/2017

Prominent Zia Festival Weekend Takes Center Stage The much-anticipated, Zia Festival Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track will take place July 28th, 29th, 30th. As always, parking and general admission are free. If you had plans this summer to visit the renowned…

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.…

Ruidoso Events

Dec 2
Christmas in the Park Christmas in the Park, presented by Ruidoso Parks & Rec Date: December 2nd Time: 6…
Dec 3
A Christmas Affair Take care of all your shopping in one place! So many vendors - from flower…
Dec 4
8th Annual CWC Country Christmas Bazaar The Capitan Women's Club presents the 8th Annual Country Christmas Bazaar. Join us at the…
Dec 4
Christmas Book Signing & Artist’s Show & Demonstration Tis’ the season and we have planned a special Christmas Author Book Signing & Artist’s…
Dec 4
Festival of Lights Parade Annual Festival of Lights Parade December 4 | 5:30 PM Ruidoso Midtown Beautifully lit and…