Moonlight Hike @ White Sands
Embark on an enchanting journey into the heart of White Sands National Park with ranger-guided Moonlight Hikes, a captivating experience that unveils the park’s mesmerizing beauty after dark. Formerly known as Full Moon Hikes, this renamed Moonlight Hike offers a unique opportunity to bask in the tranquility of this elusive environment as the moonlight illuminates […]
Inn of the Mountain Gods Health Fair
HEALTH FAIR 2025 October 18 | 10AM–2PM Health Walk: 9AM at Lake Mescalero (registration 8:30AM Golf Shop) FREE Flu & COVID Shots Mammograms Vision & Mental Health Screenings Equine Therapy Blood Drive Door Prizes + Youth Corner & More! Come walk, learn, & celebrate HEALTH together! FREE FAMILY EVENT For location information, click here. Source: […]
Sierra Club Guided Hike: Eagle Creek Trail at Alto Lake
Join trip leader John Pijawka and the Rio Grande Sierra Club for a guided 2-mile hike on the Eagle Creek Trail at Alto Lake, Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9 AM to 12 PM. This easy trail winds through cool pines with chances to spot wild horses, elk, and songbirds. Along the way, learn about […]
Ice Skating
Did you hear the good news? The popular outdoor ice rink at Wingfield Park returns for the 2025-2026 winter season. Time to lace up your skates! A visitor Day Pass is $20, $12 for customers with their own skates, and a $20 season pass for Ruidoso residents. Ice Skating at Wingfield Park Operating Hours Opening […]
5K Ruidoso Turkey Trot
Put on your running shoes for the 5K Ruidoso Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 29, 2025, an annual fun Run-Walk on the Links Trail starting at 10:00 a.m.. This is the last run in the 2025 Ruidoso Run Series. The first 50 participants to sign in for the Run on the morning of November 29th […]
Sip & Stretch @ Downshift Riverside
Join us Downshift Brewing Co’s Riverside location on December 3rd at 6 PM for beer and yoga with Ruidoso local, Gillian! Join us at Downshift Brewing Co’s Riverside location for beer and yoga with Ruidoso local, Gillian Baudo! Your ticket includes one hour yoga class and one beer, glass of wine, classic cocktail, or N/A […]
Gentle Movement and Yoga Nidra with Winona
Join us for an uplifting experience at Winona’s monthly yoga class, held on the first Sunday of every month at 6 PM at Blue Lotus! Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting, Winona’s compassionate approach and extensive knowledge will guide you through a rejuvenating session. Embrace the opportunity to connect with yourself and others […]
Couple’s Yoga
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a heart-centered yoga experience at Blue Lotus Day Spa & Yoga. This playful, inclusive session blends guided breathwork with gentle partner poses designed to build connection, trust, and presence. Open to couples, friends, family members, and parents with kids ages 10 and up, no prior yoga experience is required. For location […]
The Links 5K Run & Walk
Join Ruidoso Parks & Recreation for this family-friendly annual event benefiting the Lincoln County Food Bank. This event completes one lap around the Links Walking Trail and is the first of six races in the Run Ruidoso 2026 series, welcoming participants of all ages and abilities! Whether you want to enjoy a scenic walk or […]
2026 Easter Bunny Run
The Village of Ruidoso Parks & Recreation Department invites the community to participate in the 2026 Easter Bunny Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Cedar Creek Trails. This annual spring tradition and part of the Run Ruidoso 2026 race series brings together runners and walkers of all ages for a festive 7:00 AM start […]
Rio Grande Sierra Club: Bonito Lake Tour – Lincoln County
Bonito Lake Tour – Lincoln County Date and Time: Sat, Apr 11, 2026; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Event Organizers: John Pijawka jastro@windstream.net We’ll visit Bonito Lake and Blue Hole via the abandoned West Lake Campground owned by the City of Alamogordo and currently managed by the New Mexico Game and Fish “OPEN GATE” Program. We’ll be hiking […]
Run White & Blue 5K
The Run White & Blue 5K takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with a 10:00 AM start at Wingfield Park. Part of the Run Ruidoso 2026 race series, this festive street-course 5K winds through Wingfield, Carrizo Canyon, and Grindstone, welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and experience levels to kick off the holiday […]
Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs
Join us on August 22, 2026, for the 12th annual Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs at Wingfield Park in downtown Ruidoso, NM. This year’s event features a Half Marathon Heavy (13.8 miles) starting at 7:00 AM, an 8.5 Miler at 7:15 AM, and a 4 Miler also at 7:30 AM. Celebrate a decade of trail running […]
Ruidoso RunFest
Join us on September 18th and 19th for the 2nd Annual Ruidoso Runfest, featuring a weekend of running, local bands, food trucks, and the Downshift Brewing Company beer garden. This will be a family-friendly weekend hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks & Recreation dept. Friday night kicks off the weekend with the Pizza Hut […]
XTERRA World Championship
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 […]