Racing and Casinos

Ruidoso Downs Racing Moved to Albuquerque for Remainder of Season

Breck Lindsey 07/24/2024

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM – Monday, July 22, 2024 Plans are continuing to be made for Ruidoso Downs Race Track’s 2024 season to move to the Downs of Albuquerque starting this Friday, July 26. Racing will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday with…

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…

6 Fun Things to Do Locally on 4th of July Weekend

Breck Lindsey 06/23/2021

The world is returning to normal just in time for 4th of July Festivities in Ruidoso. With New Mexico’s complete reopening scheduled for July 1st, we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors back to our beautiful village with no limits on the fun…

Ruidoso Downs Horse Racing Season Opens Memorial Day Weekend

Breck Lindsey 03/19/2021

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM – March 19, 2021 – Ruidoso Downs Race Track kicks off its summer racing season over Memorial Day Weekend when live racing begins on Friday, May 28. The 2021 season spans 15 weeks for a total of 47 days…

Billy the Kid Casino Reopening March 22nd

Breck Lindsey 03/12/2021

Let the games begin! Billy the Kid Casino at Ruidoso Downs is officially reopening their doors to the public this month on Monday, March 22nd. After a year of being closed due to state mandates and the pandemic, the casino will again…

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…

Ruidoso Downs Horse Racing Season Opens Memorial Day Weekend

Taelor Martinez 03/10/2020

RUIDOSO DOWNS, NM – March 10, 2020 –Ruidoso Downs Race Track kicks off its summer racing season over Memorial Day Weekend when live racing begins on Friday, May 22. The 2020 season covers 16 weeks of Friday through Sunday afternoon racing, plus Memorial…

Mother’s Day Ideas

Taelor Martinez 05/01/2019

Celebrate your mom or another mom you think is great this year! Here’s a list of some fun ideas to help you plan a Mother’s Day to remember. Mother’s Day at the Barn When: May 12thWhere: Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water WineryBrunch,…

PRESS RELEASE: Extensive Improvements Ready for Ruidoso Downs’ May 10 Opening

Taelor Martinez 04/25/2019

RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (April 25, 2019) — The extensive upgrades and renovations at Ruidoso Downs begin when people first see the new Ruidoso Downs’ street sign and continue to the All American Turf Club and the Billy The Kid Casino. All…

Ruidoso Named Most Underrated Town in New Mexico

Taelor Martinez 08/28/2018

There are many gems across the United States that may not be well-known, but are favorited by travelers that are fortunate enough to have discovered them. We are proud to be amongst a list of such towns in an article posted by…

PRESS RELEASE: Post Positions Drawn for All American Futurity and Derby

Taelor Martinez 08/27/2018

RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (August 27, 2018) — Rainbow Futurity winner Mm Fourinthemorning will start from the 10th post position in the Grade 1, $3,000,000 All American Futurity and Grade 1, $759,197 Ruidoso Derby winner Jess Move You drew the fifth post…

Triple Crown Winner Mike Smith Celebration at Ruidoso Downs on July 8

Taelor Martinez 06/17/2018

PRESS RELEASE – RUIDOSO DOWNS, New Mexico (June 17, 2018) — Triple Crown winning jockey and New Mexico native Mike Smith will make a celebratory appearance at Ruidoso Downs on July 8. “Mike is a global celebrity now and we are honored…

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,…

PRESS RELEASE: Concerts Set at Ruidoso Downs

Taelor Martinez 04/27/2018

Ruidoso Downs Race Track Announces Concerts for Upcoming Racing Season Race Track Welcomes Red Steagall, Flatland Cavalry, AB Quintanilla Electro Kumbia (Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico) Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino will stage a series of concerts at the track facility during…

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 23
Dave Millsap @ Downshift Riverside Texas-based guitarist Dave Millsap has shared the stage with Delbert McClinton, Bobby Whitlock, Chuck Berry,…
Jan 24
Go for the Gold! Olympic Celebration Step into the Olympic spirit at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum during Go for…
Jan 24
Ramon Ayala SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Doors: 6PM | Show: 8PM Tickets from $40 Experience the King of…