Event Category: Outdoor Events

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Join the Lincoln County Bird Club on Saturday, October 18, 2025, for a half-day Fall Migrant Field Trip through the scenic Ruidoso and Hondo Valleys. Carpools gather at 7:30 AM in Beall’s parking lot on US 70 in Ruidoso and depart promptly at 8 AM. The route will follow the backroads of the Rio Ruidoso […]

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Join Sierra Club trip leader John Pijawka for a guided hike at Fort Stanton Historic Site on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9 AM–12 PM. This easy 2.5–3 mile loop explores the scenic Snowy River National Conservation Area, with views of the Sacramento, Capitan, and Vera Cruz mountains. Learn about the area’s unique cave system, […]

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Trick or Treat Trail is the perfect event for families to come together and enjoy the festive spirit at Fort Stanton Historic Site. Costumes are highly encouraged, and visitors are invited to stroll along the parade grounds to collect free goodies. Community groups and local businesses from Ruidoso and Capitan will be handing out treats. […]

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Get ready for a wickedly good time at our Halloween Party at Enchanted Vine! Dress to impress (or distress!) for our costume contest, groove to live music, and sip on themed drink specials crafted to thrill your taste buds. Indulge in our playful candy and wine pairing experience—because Halloween isn’t just for the kids! Gather […]

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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. See you there! The roads will not […]

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Lincoln community members are hosting the 11th annual town celebration of Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead and Lincoln Historic Site plans to participate in celebrating this tradition to honor the Mexican settlers of the area. The community celebration includes live music, food vendors, and altars created by community members displayed throughout the historic […]

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Enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride through historic Upper Canyon! With jingle bells ringing and the horses breath fogging in the air, everyone is sure enjoy the crisp winter evenings while riding through the oldest part of Ruidoso . Sleigh Rides depart from Martha’s Fabrics’ parking lot. 101 Vision Dr. Located at the top of the […]

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Party on the Mountain is back at Ski Apache! Join Ski Apache as they kick off the 2025-26 Winter Season with a day of food, fun and entertainment. Enjoy gondola rides (weather permitting), live music and more. Plus, don’t miss the last chance to get the best price on your season passes! Learn more or […]

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NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 31 Brighten up your holidays with a walk through our winter wonderland! Take in the bright lights, whimsical displays and beautiful scenery as you make magical memories with your friends and family. There’s no better way to get into the Christmas spirit. Minors must be accompanied by an adult | Free […]

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Ruidoso’s beloved Festival of Lights Parade brings friends and family together for an evening of twinkling lights and togetherness in the winter wonderland of Ruidoso. The Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Toys for Tots and encourages everyone to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Parade of Lights. During the parade, Toys […]

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Join us for our annual Christmas Drone Show and a Drive-In Movie at White Mountain Sports Complex on December 13, 2025. Come at 6:00 p.m. for a Drive-In showing of “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” followed by a spectacular holiday Drone light show at 8:15 p.m. This is a FREE public event. See you […]