Event Category: Editors Picks

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Join this FREE guided community hike led by experienced local guides from Happy Hiker, offering a memorable way to explore the stunning landscapes of the Sierra Blanca Mountains. Kick off XTERRA World Championship week with a free guided hike through one of Ruidoso’s favorite mountain landscapes. Led by experienced local guides from Happy Hiker, this […]

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From October 8–11, 2026, Ruidoso hosts the XTERRA World Championship, celebrating XTERRA’s 30th anniversary. Athletes will take on high-altitude swimming, biking, and trail running against the rugged beauty of Grindstone Lake and Lincoln National Forest. Visitors can enjoy race-week festivities, small-town hospitality, and Ruidoso’s rich Old West heritage About XTERRA XTERRA is the world’s leading […]

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Competing in the XTERRA World Championship? Take your race week beyond the course with the XTERRA Ruidoso Shop Hop. Throughout championship week, registered XTERRA World Championship athletes can enjoy exclusive discounts and special offers at participating Midtown Ruidoso businesses by presenting their official XTERRA race credentials. Discover locally owned boutiques, outdoor outfitters, gift shops, galleries, […]

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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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Doug Montgomery SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Performance at 7pm, $36-$49 Public Buffet • Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork at 5pm, $25 Founders Dinner • Steak Diane at 5pm, $55 Be astonished by this Julliard trained, award-winning artist with lightning fast fingers and a heavenly smile. Enjoy the full gamut of classics from Rachmaninoff  to Debussy, Gershwin to Porter, […]

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Dress up and get spooky while you stroll along Fort Stanton Historic Site’s parade grounds and historic buildings collecting goodies on Sat., Oct. 24, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Trick or Treat Trail is the perfect event for families to come together and enjoy the festive spirit. Costumes are highly encouraged! Community groups and local businesses […]

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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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Enjoy a special wine dinner at Wendells on October 29th. Come in costume for an incredible evening of chef-curated dishes and excellent wine. October 29 | 6-9 PM | $150 per person | Reserve your table here For location information, click here. Source: https://www.innofthemountaingods.com/dining/wendells-steak-seafood/

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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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The Sixties Show SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 SHOWTIME AT 2PM $36-$79 Public Buffet • Red Chile Beef Enchiladas at Noon, $25 Founders Dinner • Herb Crusted Prime Rib at Noon, $55 What if you could step through a portal and be in the 60’s… TIME TRAVEL IS REAL. IT JUST SOUNDS DIFFERENT THAN YOU EXPECT. YOU’RE […]

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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, […]

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A Christmas Carol THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 PERFORMANCE AT 7PM, $36-$79 Public Buffet • Green Chile Chicken Lasagna at 5pm, $25 Founders Dinner • Herb Crusted Prime Rib at 5pm, $55 Bah! Humbug! One of the greatest stories in the history of English literature. Celebrate the true Spirit of  Christmas with this splendid show! For location information, click […]