Ruidoso Stories

The Chapel in a Hole

Taelor Martinez 03/14/2018

The Chapel in a Hole Speeding along U.S. 70 at 60 miles an hour through the community of Glencoe, it’s easy to miss a small, rock chapel with connections to much of Lincoln County history and several mysteries. Located just east of…

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…

Press Release: Ruidoso Downs Race Track Announces Major Corporate Sponsors for 2018

Taelor Martinez 02/12/2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (February 12, 2018) — Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino has announced its major corporate sponsorships for the 2018 horse racing season. City Bank joins Sierra Blanca Motors and Admiral Beverage Corporation as a primary…

Music in the Mountains (Winter/Spring)

Taelor Martinez 01/29/2018

For the music lover, vacations are planned around the sound of music. Keep reading to see what Ruidoso has in store with some great music artists and shows at a couple of amazing venues! February February 1. Stomp at Spencer Theater. This…

Sacred Grounds: Small Coffee Shop to Prominent Destination

Taelor Martinez 01/23/2018

Who could have guessed seven years ago that a meager-sized coffee shop and teahouse in Boulder Plaza would grow four years later into one of the most popular stops in the scenic village of Ruidoso? Obviously, Will and Rebecca Ponder had the…

Winter Fun in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 12/30/2017

Everyone knows that Ruidoso is one of the best travel destinations for winter fun and gorgeous scenery. Do you know what the go-to activities are that will make your trip nothing short of magical? Read further for everything you need to know…

The Old Mill Catches Fire

admin 12/28/2017

The Old Dowlin Mill caught fire on Tuesday, December 19th, 2017. Unfortunately, while the Old Mill’s adobe walls and water wheel survived, the interior appears to not be salvageable. Preliminary findings indicate a PNM crew punctured a 2-inch Zia Gas Company main.…

Ruidoso Downs Announces Trial Purse

Taelor Martinez 10/27/2017

RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (October 27, 2017) – The trial purses for the 2018 Triple Crown series – both futurities and derbies – will be doubled from $4,000 to $8,000. Ruidoso is also offering a one-time, $1,000 reduction of the supplemental nomination…

PRESS RELEASE: Ruidoso Downs, Purchase

Taelor Martinez 10/16/2017

RUIDOSO DOWNS (October 13, 2017) — The sale of Ruidoso Downs, the Billy the Kid Casino and the Ruidoso Horse Sale Company closed on October 12 to a group of four accomplished horsemen and businessmen. The buyers are Stan Sigman, John Andreini,…

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…

Alto Artists Studio Tour

Taelor Martinez 07/29/2017

Alto Artists Studio Tour: Artisan Perfection If you would like to see notable mastery in the world of Lincoln County art the 14th Annual Alto Artists Studio Tour could be for you. You will be able to view skilled examples of watercolors,…

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…

CMT Star Matt Mason Playing in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 07/20/2017

CMT Star Matt Mason to Appear in Ruidoso Country Music singer, Matt Mason, hitched his wagon to stardom since winning CMT’s (Country Music Television) “Next Superstar” in 2011. Prior to that he had placed fourth on Nashville Star in 2006 at the…

Ruidoso Events

Jul 2
Mescalero Apache Ceremonial & Rodeo 103rd Annual Mescalero Open Rodeo July 2-5, 2026 Daily Admission: $10 - Adults Free for…
Jul 3
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…
Jul 3
31st Annual Art Loop Studio Tour Join us July 3-5 in Lincoln County! Art Loop of Lincoln County began as a…
Jul 3
All American Tailgate & Drone Show Come see 150 drones take flight in a patriotic-themed aerial drone show featuring a 300-foot-tall…
Jul 3
FREE Concerts: Cool Summer Nights Music Series @ Wingfield Park Cool Summer Nights launches in Ruidoso for summer 2026 with a full season of FREE…