Winter Fun

First-Timers Guide to Ruidoso: Explore the Village

Breck Lindsey 08/22/2022

You’ve booked your Ruidoso vacation, you’re excited to escape to cooler temps, and you’re ready to visit our village for the first time, but you have no idea where anything is! Consider this our first-timers’ guide to visiting Ruidoso, with everything you…

Guide to the Ruidoso Mural Walk

Breck Lindsey 01/28/2022

Looking for a date that’s fun, free, and unique? Take a stroll through Midtown and enjoy the Ruidoso Mural Walk! Comprised of 10 incredible murals by various artists, these works of art brighten the Midtown district and provide visitors with surprises around…

4 Local Outdoor Adventures You Can Enjoy Year-Round

Breck Lindsey 01/17/2022

While it’s no surprise Ruidoso has different outdoor activities available during different times of year, there are also a few special activities that can be experienced and enjoyed by guests year-round! If you’re feeling outdoorsy and want to see the land of…

Everything Happening in December 2021

Breck Lindsey 11/30/2021

Bring on the merry and bright! It’s the holiday season in Ruidoso and there’s so much happening. Don’t miss a moment of the magic with our guide to Ruidoso in December, and don’t forget to tag your photos with #VisitRuidoso to be…

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…

Prepare for a Winter Vacation in Ruidoso

Breck Lindsey 01/14/2021

Ruidoso has an excellent lineup of winter activities for everyone to enjoy. Since it plays host to a variety of winter temps, ranging from mild and sunny to cold and snowy, it’s important to plan ahead. The weather can vary between town…

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…

Drive-Thru Light Show

Breck Lindsey 12/14/2020

Ruidoso Parks & Rec is spreading holiday cheer with a COVID-safe laser and light show for Lincoln County residents! Hosted at White Mountain Recreational Complex, this drive-thru display will be held on Friday and Saturday, December 18th and 19th. Reservations are required…

Ski Apache Opening Delayed

Breck Lindsey 11/20/2020

COVID-19 preparations have delayed the opening of Ski Apache, a winter favorite for visitors and locals alike located in the Sierra Blanca near Ruidoso. Typically scheduled to open on Thanksgiving, this year the ski basin is preparing to open on December 17,…

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…

Ruidoso Winter Park Gearing Up for Season

Breck Lindsey 10/21/2020

**12/2 UPDATE** Reopening has been delayed to December 4th. Guests are encouraged to book tickets in advance online to secure their reservation. Ruidoso Winter Park is gearing up for their 2020-2021 winter season and you don’t want to miss out! Opening day…

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 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…

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…

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…

Ruidoso Events

Oct 3
Monday Night Games @ Lost Hiker Monday Night Games @ Lost Hiker (Midtown Location) Bring your own game or join one…
Oct 6
Thirstday Night Trivia @ Lost Hiker Thirstday Night Trivia @ Lost Hiker (Ruidoso Downs Location) Every Thursday @ 6:30 PM For…
Oct 6
Open Mic Night @ Downshift Brewing Co (Hidden Tap) Come out for open mic night on Thursdays at Downshift Brewing Co (Hidden Tap) from…
Oct 7
Matthew Palmer Band @ Enchanted Vine Matthew Palmer Band at Enchanted Vine | Friday, October 7 | 4-6 PM For location…
Oct 7
Presley Haile @ Downshift Brewing Co. Presley Haile LIVE at at Downshift Brewing Co. DATE: Friday, October 7 TIME: 6-9 PM…