Family Fun

Enjoy a Cozy Christmas in Ruidoso

Breck Lindsey 11/19/2025

Each holiday season, the Village of Ruidoso creates a magical winter wonderland to make Christmas in Ruidoso extra special! From sleigh rides to ice skating, and light sight-seeing to holiday shopping, our little village offers a multitude of activities for all ages…

22 Exciting Ideas for Family Fun in Ruidoso

Breck Lindsey 06/30/2025

Your kids will be over the moon about a day where your answer is always “yes!” Here are some cheap, free, and downright fun ideas for a “yes day” in Ruidoso your kids won’t ever forget. Bonus: Make it a game and…

2024 Holiday Events

Breck Lindsey 12/20/2024

With so much holiday magic happening in the village, it can be hard to keep track. Visit Ruidoso is here to help! Enjoy our consolidated list of Christmas and New Year’s festivities, events, and happenings while you’re visiting Ruidoso. Don’t forget to…

Bonito Lake Now Reopened

Breck Lindsey 09/01/2024

With much anticipation, Bonito Lake officially reopened for fishing only on Friday, August 30th. The City of Alamogordo announced the lake’s opening through their official channels on social media and their website last week, reminding visitors that the properties along the Rio…

Spencer Theater Performances – Fall, Winter, & Spring 2023

Breck Lindsey 10/10/2022

Dazzling performances, fantastic vocal displays, and stunning artistry collide at Spencer Theater! With a talent-packed schedule that will bring outstanding acts to Alto, NM through the spring, Spencer Theater continues to showcase world-class performances all year long. Upcoming Schedule Saturday, October 29…

THIS WEEKEND: Ride Ruidoso, Kite Festival, & Brews, Blues, and BBQ

Breck Lindsey 09/16/2022

We hope you’re in town to celebrate #RideRuidoso weekend with us and enjoy the village’s FULL schedule of events! Keep scrolling for the entire lineup of everything going on in Ruidoso September 16th-18th and view our interactive calendar of events here. FRIDAY…

Drive the Billy the Kid Scenic Byway

Breck Lindsey 08/29/2022

Billy the Kid National Scenic Byway is a stretch of highway that connects some of the area’s most phenomenal art galleries, historic sites, museums, and scenery. The trail pays tribute to its namesake, famous Wild West outlaw Billy the Kid, and other…

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…

End of Summer Event Roundup

Breck Lindsey 08/10/2022

Summer is (too) quickly coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean the excitement stops in the village. Ruidoso venues and businesses have plenty of fun festivals, performances, and can’t-miss events coming up through Labor Day weekend and beyond! Here’s your one-stop…

PAVLO & Tony Orlando Coming Up at Spencer Theater

Breck Lindsey 07/25/2022

PAVLO, Mediterranean Guitar Sensation | Friday, July 29 at 8 p.m. ($45-$66) Fusing music flamenco, Greek, Latin, Balkan and classical into an utterly mesmerizing sound, Pavlo’s “Mediterranean” guitar and his band on bouzouki, bass & percussion makes for an intoxicating night of…

Art & Wine – 51 Years of the Ruidoso Art Festival

Breck Lindsey 07/19/2022

The 2022 Ruidoso Art Festival will be held July 22, 23, and 24 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Featuring over 100 of the nation’s most talented artists, as well as local wineries and wine tastings, the Ruidoso Art Festival is a much…

Spencer Theater Announces Summer Season Shows

Breck Lindsey 04/29/2022

Alto, NM – Catch what’s on stage at the Spencer Theater this Summer Season 2022, a popping 13-week calendar of live music, special events and dining fun. The vibrant line-up includes everything from traditional western swing, contemporary folk, gospel and classic country, iconic…

4 Kid Approved Activities for Spring Break in Ruidoso

Breck Lindsey 02/24/2022

Let the countdown begin! Spring break is just around the corner and Ruidoso is the PERFECT place to take a quick trip this year. Reader’s Digest even said so in their list of 17 spring break getaways that don’t require air travel!…

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…

Ruidoso Events

Jan 22
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…
Jan 22
Sip & Paint @ Enchanted Vine Step into the rustic charm of Enchanted Vine Barn for a delightful evening of Sip…
Jan 22
Club 49 Comedy Club 49 features comedy and karaoke on Thursdays. Call 1-800-545-9011 for the current schedule. $5…
Jan 22
Thirstday Night Trivia @ Lost Hiker Midtown Thirstday Night Trivia LHB Thirstday Night Trivia is the longest-running trivia night in Lincoln County. We…
Jan 23
Dave Millsap @ Downshift Riverside Texas-based guitarist Dave Millsap has shared the stage with Delbert McClinton, Bobby Whitlock, Chuck Berry,…