Outdoor Activities

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,…

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 on a Budget

Taelor Martinez 04/27/2018

Visiting Ruidoso can be fun and relaxing, especially if you stay within your budget! From summer horse racing to winter skiing, there are many other year around activities for all ages. Think of Ruidoso as four zones: Gateway, Midtown, Upper Canyon, and…

Spring into ‘Doso

Taelor Martinez 04/16/2018

Days are longer, weather’s warmer, it’s time to go to the mountain! There is no shortage of activities in Ruidoso. They range like the wildlife in and around the Lincoln National Forest. No matter the budget, there’s always something to do. Let’s…

British Soccer Camp

Taelor Martinez 07/03/2017

British Soccer Camp: Hands Across the Sea British style soccer has earned wide respect – and rightfully so – all over the globe. It has the largest sports participation in the world. And now, the scenic mountain village of Ruidoso will host…

A 12-Hour Adventure in the Wild West Bicycle Race

Taelor Martinez 04/14/2017

A 12-Hour Adventure in the Wild West Bicycle Race The scenic mountain village of Ruidoso has a multiple number of events besides horse-racing and skiing for your participation or spectator presence. And the 12 Hours in the Wild West Bicycle Race at…

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…

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…

Cycling Event: Tour de Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 09/13/2016

Tour de Ruidoso: A Good Cycling Event for the Area A young baseball player once complained to his hitting instructor that the pitching machine wasn’t delivering the balls where he liked them to be. The instructor said to the student, “Young sir,…

Zip Lining

Taelor Martinez 08/25/2016

Zip Lining: The hottest new thing in Ruidoso Zip lining. You’ve seen it, maybe have wanted to try it. But where can you go to do it? Turns out you don’t have to go to the deepest jungle of the Amazon or…

Grindstone Trail Runs

Taelor Martinez 07/27/2016

Grindstone Trail runs showcase Ruidoso outdoors. Approximately two years ago, Ruidoso was gifted with a new trail, one which organizers hoped would bring even more tourists and adventurers to this resort town with trail runs. The Grindstone Lake trail, a 17-mile loop…

Fishing in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 07/16/2016

Fishing the Day Away in Ruidoso Gone fishin’ by a shady wady pool I’m wishin’ I could be that kinda fool I’d say no more work for mine on my door I’d hang a sign Gone fishin’ Instead of just a wishin’…

Baseball and Softball Tournaments

Taelor Martinez 06/17/2016

Tournaments: Take Me Out to the Ball Game in Ruidoso Starting late Friday night at Eagle Creek Complex on the way to Alto – and lasting non-stop until Sunday afternoon – Ruidoso will play host to another of the many softball and…

The Time Has Come for Horse Racing Season!

Taelor Martinez 05/26/2016

Horse Racing: A Ruidoso Downs Staple for 70 Years The phrase “Ruidoso Downs” is synonymous with our local horse racing track of the same name, a storied institution since the 1940’s. The Ruidoso Downs Race Track opens for business May 27, officially…

Golfing in Ruidoso

Taelor Martinez 04/12/2016

Golfing Abounds in Lincoln County Area Golfing in Ruidoso has grown into quite a popular outdoor activity for experts and novices alike. Typical spring weather in New Mexico usually means sun, rain, wind, sometimes even snow. All on the same day! Don’t…

Ruidoso Events

Apr 29
Jake Dwyer Band @ Downshift Riverside The Jake Dwyer Band is a country, folk, and blues trio rooted in the heart…
Apr 29
Survivor Season 50 Watch Party @ Downshift Hidden Tap Calling all castaways! We’re hosting a weekly Survivor Season 50 watch party every Wednesday at…
Apr 30
Live Music & Axe Throwing at Win Place & Show Catch live performances every Thursday-Sunday at Win, Place, & Show, both inside and on the…
Apr 30
Team Trivia @ Billy the Kid Casino Put your heads together for Thursday Night Team Trivia at Billy the Kid Casino! Teams…
Apr 30
Club 49 Comedy Club 49 features comedy and karaoke on Thursdays. Call 1-800-545-9011 for the current schedule. $5…