Local Happenings

XTERRA World Championship

10/08 – 12/2026

Venue: Ruidoso, New Mexico
Categories: Editors Picks, Family & Kids, Local Happenings, Outdoor Events, Wellness

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 Learn More >> About XTERRA XTERRA is […]

Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee

11/13 – 15/2026

Venue: Ruidoso Convention Center
Categories: Editors Picks, Holiday, Local Happenings, Shopping

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/

Ruidoso Turkey Trot 5K

11/28/2026 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Venue: The Links at Sierra Blanca
Categories: Local Happenings, Outdoor Events, Wellness

Put on your running shoes for the annual Ruidoso Turkey Trot 5K, a fun run/walk on The Links Trail open to all ages and abilities. This event serves as the final run in the 2026 Ruidoso Run Series. The first 50 participants to sign in on race morning will have a chance to receive a […]