Ruidoso Stories

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…

Mountain Living Home and Garden Show

Taelor Martinez 03/13/2017

Mountain Living Home and Garden Show Let’s suppose you’re interested in the newest, most unique and natural merchandise available for your home, condo and/or outdoor grounds. Put your fears and out-of-town travel plans to rest. The 14th Annual Mountain Living Home and…

Ski Apache Big Mountain Vertical Challenge

Taelor Martinez 02/28/2017

Ski Apache Big Mountain Vertical Challenge The period between late February and early March is witness to celebrations in the Americas such as Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. These self-indulgent public street parties are usually…

Craft Beers Popular in Lincoln County

Taelor Martinez 02/20/2017

Craft Beers Popular in Lincoln County Craft breweries and microbreweries have grown exponentially over the past 30 or 40 years in New Mexico. Both categories are interchangeable. Since the close of the 90’s these smaller independent brew establishments have been referred to…

Vines in the Pines

Taelor Martinez 02/06/2017

Vines in the Pines Headlines Valentine’s So here you are, thinking of somewhere to take your “main squeeze” for Valentine’s Day that will impress her and be memorable. What to do? Want to appear authentically original? The Romeo of Ruidoso? Hey, how…

The Hidden Tap

Taelor Martinez 01/27/2017

Hidden Tap: A hidden gem in Midtown. Less than half a block away from Midtown in Ruidoso, below a well-established business at the corner of Sudderth and Eagle Drives, there sits a hangout that extremely popular with the locals. It’s called the…

Ski Apache Winter Sporting Events

Taelor Martinez 01/10/2017

Prominent Ski Apache Winter Sporting Events Focus of Attention Two eagerly anticipated winter sporting events have commenced on the scenic downhill slopes of Ruidoso’s outstanding winter resort – Ski Apache. competitors may enter the Apache Star Races that presents skiers and snowboarders…

NYE in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 12/22/2016

NYE in Ruidoso: Ringing in the new in Ruidoso New Year’s Eve (or NYE), a time of reflection on the old, anticipation of the new, and partying all night long! Well, it doesn’t have to be a party into the wee hours…

Dummy Gelunde and Torchlight Parade at Ski Apache

Taelor Martinez 12/22/2016

Dummy Gelunde & Torchlight Parade: Ski Apache Inspires Dummy Downhill Ski Run Who says fire and ice don’t mix? The powers that be at Ruidoso’s prominent ski resort have proven the opposite for the past eight years and will do so once…

Music in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 12/13/2016

Music in Ruidoso is Music to Your Ears The scenic mountain village of Ruidoso might be smaller in numbers than other communities spread across the Land of Enchantment, but that in itself is an attraction to the many visitors and residents who…

Christmas Cookies

Taelor Martinez 12/09/2016

Christmas cookies, a delicious tradition Christmas is a season of traditions, a time of family and reflection. A time of peace and love – supposedly. One tradition that spans cultures and generations are Christmas cookies. Cookie exchanges have been a part of…

Annual December Events

Taelor Martinez 11/29/2016

Annual December Events: The Ruidoso and Lincoln County Paradise Beckons One and All The Thanksgiving/Christmas holidays are a great time for visitors to partake the scenic mountain vistas of Ruidoso and the surrounding area. In both November and December there’s lots to…

Thanksgiving in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 11/17/2016

Thanksgiving traditions abound in Ruidoso. Thanksgiving is nothing but tradition. The traditional food, the traditional traveling great distances to spend a day with family gorging and watching football. Not all families have those traditions, of course. This is the Land of Enchantment,…

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…

Halloween in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 11/01/2016

Halloween Events Galore in Lincoln County Halloween, All Hallows Eve, Dia De Los Muertos, Day of the Dead. Interesting how so many “holidays” center on this one day, Oct. 31. Just about raised in the U.S. knows what it’s like to dress…

Ruidoso Events

Aug 31
Well, Actually… Well, Actually… Presented by Oso Productions SEASON TWO!!!! Episodes every two weeks on Mondays until…
Sep 1
Vinyl Nights @ Downshift Hidden Tap Bring your favorite Records for everyone to listen and enjoy some tracks you may have…
Sep 1
First Tuesday Yoga with Niki First Tuesday Yoga with Niki September 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Invite some friends, grab…
Sep 1
Ruidoso Library Summer Music Series: MoneyMakers Join us for an enchanting evening with MoneyMakers as part of our Summer Music Series.…
Sep 3
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…