Event Category: Editors Picks

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A welcoming evening that brings the Ruidoso community and XTERRA athletes together to mark the start of World Championship week and the celebration of 30 years of off-road adventure. With local flavors, regional entertainment and opening remarks, the ceremony sets the tone for a historic weekend. As race week begins, the XTERRA Family is invited […]

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Experience the natural beauty of the Sierra Blanca Mountains alongside fellow XTERRA athletes, families and friends during a guided hike led by local outdoor enthusiasts. Open to all ages and abilities, these community hikes offer a meaningful way to connect with nature and each other while exploring the landscapes that define Ruidoso. For location information, […]

Celebrate the athletes, champions, and community behind the 2026 XTERRA World Championship during two evenings of awards, local food, live music, and shared race-week memories. Full-distance athletes will be recognized Saturday evening, followed by an XTERRA After Party with music and dancing. On Sunday, the Youth World Championship athletes will take the podium during the […]

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Join Ruidoso Parks and Recreation, Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Ruidoso Midtown Association for Halloween in Ruidoso. There will be fun for the whole family with candy and a costume contest for children 17 and younger. Plus, pumpkin carving, pumpkin roll, coffin race, candy, and much more. Schedule of Events • Coffin Races • […]

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A Shopping Extravaganza!!! 75 Local Merchants with a Food Court and Food Trucks Ruidoso Convention Center November 13, 14 & 15, 2026 Friday 12:00-5:00 Saturday 10:00-5:00 Sunday 10:00-3:00 – Admission $5.00 – Under 12 Free For Information, Call 575-937-2040 For location information, click here. Source: https://www.ruidosochristmasjubilee.com/

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Celebrate the magic of the season at Christmas in the Park! The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with music, ice skating, and festive fun. Around 6:00 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in a sleigh with Mayor Crawford to light the community Christmas tree. After the tree lighting, enjoy sleigh rides from Grindstone Stables, […]

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Festival Of Lights 2026 – Saturday, December 5, 2026 Parade Theme: TBD B​eautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights Parade brings friends and family together for an evening of twinkling lights and togetherness in the winter wonderland of Ruidoso. The Parade will be Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm. Following the parade, […]