Movie Night at the Pool
Jul
31
6:00 PM18:00

Movie Night at the Pool

  • Ruidoso Municipal Swimming Pool (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Dive into summer fun with a poolside screening of Luca at the Ruidoso Public Pool on July 31! Doors open at 6 PM, and the movie starts at 8 PM. Admission is just $2 for everyone over age 3. Hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation, this family-friendly event includes snacks and drinks for sale. Bring your floaties and enjoy a magical movie night under the stars! Kids under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 575-257-5030.

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White Sands Full Moon Night
Aug
9
6:00 PM18:00

White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

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XTERRA Ruidoso: Ultimate Off-Road Adventure
Aug
15
to Aug 17

XTERRA Ruidoso: Ultimate Off-Road Adventure

  • Ruidoso, NM 88345 USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience the thrill of XTERRA Ruidoso from August 15-17, 2025! Set against the breathtaking Grindstone Lake, this event features full and sprint triathlons, a scenic 10K trail run, and a kids’ race—all designed for athletes and outdoor lovers alike. This event welcomes athletes, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to the lush trails of Grindstone Lake, promising adventure for all.

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Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)
Aug
23
7:00 AM07:00

Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)

Join the Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs at Wingfield Park on August 23, 2025. Celebrate the 11th anniversary with a Half Marathon Heavy (13.8 miles), 8.5 miles, and 4 miles. Events start at 7:00 AM. Proceeds benefit All-Season Adaptive Sports. Top finishers qualify for the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship. Enjoy commemorative swag, cake, and a post-race party. Register now!

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White Sands Full Moon Night
Sep
7
5:00 PM17:00

White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

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White Sands Full Moon Night
Oct
6
5:00 PM17:00

White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

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Ruidoso Runfest 2025 [UPDATED JULY 2025: SCHEDULE & LOCATION]
Jul
18
to Jul 19

Ruidoso Runfest 2025 [UPDATED JULY 2025: SCHEDULE & LOCATION]

  • Wingfield Park & Fort Stanton (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ruidoso Runfest returns July 18–19 with two days of races and celebration! Friday’s 5K and Kids 1K take place at Wingfield Park, followed by live music and a beer garden. Saturday’s Marathon, Half, and 47K/50K have moved to Fort Stanton. Enjoy high-altitude trails, great community vibes, and virtual race options through August 31.

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White Sands Full Moon Night
Jul
10
6:00 PM18:00

White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

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Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp at White Mountain Sports Complex
Jul
7
to Jul 11

Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp at White Mountain Sports Complex

  • White Mountain Sports Complex (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Young soccer players in Ruidoso can train like the pros at the Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp! Led by top coaches from the U.S. and abroad, this dynamic camp blends skill-building with international training techniques. Programs include TinyTykes (ages 3-5), a Half Day Program (ages 5-14), and an optional Overtime session. Don’t miss this exciting summer experience—register now at https://challenger.configio.com/pd/257472!

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Run, White and Blue 5K Run or Walk
Jul
5
8:00 AM08:00

Run, White and Blue 5K Run or Walk

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with the Run White & Blue 5K Color Run and Walk—part of the Run Ruidoso 2025 race series! Registration is $25; check-in starts at 7 AM. Bring a nonperishable item for the Lincoln County Food Bank. First 50 to sign in get a free T-shirt; first 70 finishers earn medals. All ages welcome.  Register online via the Activities & Programs tab. Color, community, and a cause—don’t miss it!

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2025 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2
Jun
23
to Jun 27

2025 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2

  • Varies by day (see schedule) Ruidoso, NM 88345 USA (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a second week of nature, exploration, and new friends! Campers ages 7–12 will enjoy fishing, hiking, archery, kite flying, a space museum field trip, fire station tour, and more. Outdoor skills and active play come together in this fun-filled camp. Space is limited to 20. $65/week. Register online under the Activities & Programs tab!

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2025 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1
Jun
16
to Jun 20

2025 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1

Join us for a week of outdoor adventure for kids ages 7–12! Campers will fish, hike, practice survival and orienteering skills, play outdoor sports, visit the zoo and space museum, tour a fire station, and cool off at the pool. Hands-on fun and learning, limited to 20 campers. $65/week.  Register online under the Activities & Programs tab!

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2025 Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships Presented by Innova
May
8
to May 11

2025 Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships Presented by Innova

  • Grindstone Lake, Moon Mountain, Oso Canyon, and Alto Lake (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ruidoso hosts New Mexico’s first-ever Pro Disc Golf Association Major Championship! The Tim Selinske US Masters, presented by Innova, runs May 8-11, 2025, featuring top professional and amateur players nationwide. Spectators can enjoy live tournament action at Grindstone Park, Moon Mountain, Oso Canyon, and Alto Lake. Don’t miss this historic event! Learn More —>

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Annual Bunny Run/Walk and Easter Egg Hunt
Apr
19
5:00 AM05:00

Annual Bunny Run/Walk and Easter Egg Hunt

Hop into spring with two fun-filled events on Saturday, April 19, 2025! 🐰 Lace up for the 6th Annual 5K Bunny Run/Walk at Cedar Creek—race starts at 7:00 AM, check-in at 5:45 AM. 🥚 New this year: The Easter Egg Hunt hops over to Wingfield Park (300 Center St.) and begins at 10:00 AM sharp! Don’t miss out—register today!

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Christmas Drone Show and a Drive-In Movie at White Mountain Complex
Dec
14
6:00 PM18:00

Christmas Drone Show and a Drive-In Movie at White Mountain Complex

  • White Mountain Sports Complex (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

JJoin us for our annual Christmas Drone Show and a Drive-In Movie at White Mountain Sports Complex on December 14, 2024. Come at 6:00 p.m. for a Drive-In showing of "Fred Claus,” followed by a spectacular holiday Drone light show at 8:15 p.m. This is a FREE public event. See you there!

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Toss No Mas Clean Up
Oct
20
1:00 PM13:00

Toss No Mas Clean Up

Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup hosted by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Wingfield Park. Youth groups and sports leagues can earn $10 per member for groups of 10 or more. Trash bags, gloves, drinks, and hot dogs will be provided. Registration starts at 12:30 p.m. Call 575-257-5030 for details and help keep Ruidoso beautiful!

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New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships at Grindstone Lake
Aug
23
to Aug 25

New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships at Grindstone Lake

Come out to watch the longest-running tournament in the state of New Mexico and one of the top-rated courses in the state at the 35th New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships, a PDGA Sanctioned B-tier event, at Grindstone Park on August 23-25, 2024. Online registration closes on August 4th, 2024 at 6:01 PM.

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Become a Lifeguard - American Red Cross Training March 18 - 22, 2024
Mar
18
to Mar 22

Become a Lifeguard - American Red Cross Training March 18 - 22, 2024

Are you 16 or older and looking for a great summer job or challenging career? American Red Cross and the Village of Ruidoso is the best place to start. American Red Cross Training is March 18 - 22, 2024, 8 AM to 5 PM. All classes must be attended. Sign Up Today!- $120 / person. Ruidoso Parks & Rec: 575-257-5030

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2023 Ruidoso Christmas Lights Challenge
Dec
3
to Jan 16

2023 Ruidoso Christmas Lights Challenge

Pile everyone into the car and experience the Ruidoso Christmas Light Driving Tour to see some of the best, brightest, and most beautiful holiday light shows put on by Ruidoso area residents. Download the Ruidoso mobile app for iOS and Android today and help choose the winners of the 2023 Best Ruidoso Holiday Lights Displays challenge. Don't miss the fun!

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Glow in the Dark Disc-Golf  at Grindstone Lake
May
6
8:00 PM20:00

Glow in the Dark Disc-Golf at Grindstone Lake

Join us in collaboration with Dynamic Discs of New Mexico as we host their annual glow-in-the-dark disc golf tournament! There will be an adult glow game of an 18-hole tournament (front nine twice) at Grindstone Disc Golf Course, with kids pre-glow play at 5 pm. Tee times will be staggered every 12 minutes from 8-9 pm. Five players to a card. Registration information is coming soon!

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Ruidoso Outdoor Expo at Ruidoso Convention Center
Mar
11
to Mar 12

Ruidoso Outdoor Expo at Ruidoso Convention Center

  • Ruidoso Convention Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Walking, biking, running, water sports, camping, eating outdoors, and excursions – Ruidoso’s second annual Outdoor Expo has all the inspiration, kit, and tech for you to get outside and active. Join like-minded enthusiasts for a weekend of inspiration and exhibitors showing the best of the best for the start of the season ahead.

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Smart Start Basketball
Jan
15
to Feb 26

Smart Start Basketball

Ready, set, go…it’s time for Smart Start Basketball sign-ups! This is a great program for the little ones ages 3-6 that teaches the fundamentals and basics of basketball. This is a once-a-week program for 6 weeks from 2 pm-3 pm, starting Sunday, January 15, 2023. Parents must stay with the child during the entire session.

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