Holiday

Christmas in the Park

12/03/2026 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Venue: Wingfield Park
Categories: Editors Picks, Family & Kids, Food & Drink, Holiday, Local Happenings, Outdoor Events

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, […]

Festival of Lights

12/05/2026 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Venue: Midtown
Categories: Editors Picks, Family & Kids, Holiday, Local Happenings, Outdoor Events

Festival Of Lights 2026 – Saturday, December 5, 2026 Parade Theme: TBD Beautifully 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, […]

A Christmas Carol

12/10/2026 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Venue: Spencer Theater
Categories: Editors Picks, Holiday, Local Happenings, Performing Arts, Spencer Theater

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 […]