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2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]
Jun
8
to Jun 12

2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]

Join Ruidoso Parks and Recreation for an exciting week of outdoor adventure for kids ages 7–12! The 2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp, June 8–12, features hiking, fishing, survival skills, sports, swimming, a fire station tour, and a field trip to the Alamogordo Zoo and Space Museum. $65 per week. Limited to 25 campers. Registration opens March 1.  Register online under the Activities & Programs tab!

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Zach Aaron at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jun
12
6:00 PM18:00

Zach Aaron at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Zach Aaron performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, June 12, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Opening Day Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
Jun
13
9:00 AM09:00

Opening Day Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)

Discover the Heart of Ruidoso at Midtown Market. Shop local every Saturday, June through October, from 9 am to 1 pm at Country Club Park in Midtown Ruidoso. Enjoy fresh New Mexico produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and regional wines in a lively, community-driven atmosphere. With special events all season, it’s a favorite stop for both locals and visitors.

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2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]
Jun
15
to Jun 19

2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]

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

Join us for an exciting week of outdoor adventure for kids ages 7–12! The 2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp, June 15–19, features hiking, fishing, survival skills, sports, swimming, a fire station tour, and a field trip to the Alamogordo Zoo and Space Museum. $65 per week. Limited to 25 campers. Registration opens March 1. Register online under the Activities & Programs tab!

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Daron Kahlich at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jun
26
6:00 PM18:00

Daron Kahlich at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Daron Kahlich performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, June 26, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Doso Dirtbags at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jul
3
6:00 PM18:00

Doso Dirtbags at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Doso Dirtbags perform for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, July 3, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Run, White and Blue 5K Color Fun Run and Walk
Jul
4
8:00 AM08:00

Run, White and Blue 5K Color Fun Run and Walk

  • The Links Trail (start near Dog Park/Tennis Courts) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrate the Fourth of July with the Run White & Blue 5K on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 10 AM on The Links Trail in Ruidoso. Part of the Run Ruidoso race series, this all-ages event welcomes runners and walkers alike. Bring nonperishable food donations to support the Lincoln County Food Bank and start your holiday with community spirit. Register online via the Activities & Programs tab. Color, community, and a cause—don’t miss it!

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Red Light Cameras at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jul
10
6:00 PM18:00

Red Light Cameras at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Red Light Cameras perform for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, July 10, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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IRONMAN® 70.3 Race Weekend in Ruidoso
Jul
11
to Jul 12

IRONMAN® 70.3 Race Weekend in Ruidoso

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

IRONMAN® 70.3 Ruidoso arrives July 12, 2026, bringing a high-energy weekend of endurance racing and community celebration. Athletes compete in a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike, and 13.1-mile run through scenic mountain terrain, while residents and visitors enjoy a lively, festival-style atmosphere throughout Ruidoso. Register Today »

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Chess Wizards Camp at Ruidoso Public Library [Half Day Morning Session]
Jul
13
to Jul 17

Chess Wizards Camp at Ruidoso Public Library [Half Day Morning Session]

Chess Wizards Camp returns to the Ruidoso Public Library July 13–17 with a half-day morning session for students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Campers will learn chess strategy, teamwork, tournament play, and creative variations while enjoying fun activities in a welcoming environment. Online registration begins June 1 »

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Chess Wizards Camp at Ruidoso Public Library [Half Day Afternoon Session]
Jul
13
to Jul 17

Chess Wizards Camp at Ruidoso Public Library [Half Day Afternoon Session]

Join the afternoon session of Chess Wizards Camp at the Ruidoso Public Library July 13–17. Open to Kindergarten through 8th Grade students, this interactive camp teaches chess strategy, tournament play, teamwork, and creative game variations in a fun and welcoming setting.

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Thomas Michael Riley at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jul
17
6:00 PM18:00

Thomas Michael Riley at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Thomas Michael Riley performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, July 17, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Mammoth Cults at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jul
24
6:00 PM18:00

Mammoth Cults at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Mammoth Cults perform for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, July 24, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Rachel Cole & Gus Miller at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jul
31
6:00 PM18:00

Rachel Cole & Gus Miller at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Rachel Cole & Gus Miller perform for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, July 31, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Los Swamp Monsters at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Aug
14
6:00 PM18:00

Los Swamp Monsters at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Los Swamp Monsters perform for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, August 14, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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 Buddy Vargas at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Aug
21
6:00 PM18:00

Buddy Vargas at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Buddy Vargas performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, August 21, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)
Aug
22
7:00 AM07:00

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

The Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs return August 22, 2026, to Wingfield Park as one of six races in the 2026 Run Ruidoso Series. Choose from a 13.8-mile Half Marathon Heavy, 8.5-mile, 4-mile, or Kids’ Dash. This family-friendly event supports All-Season Adaptive Sports and celebrates Ruidoso’s trails and community. Register Today »

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High Desert Playboys at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Aug
28
6:00 PM18:00

High Desert Playboys at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Celebrate the final Cool Summer Nights concert of the season with a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as High Desert Playboys perform on Friday, August 28, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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2nd Annual Ruidoso RunFest
Sep
18
to Sep 19

2nd Annual Ruidoso RunFest

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

The 2nd Annual Ruidoso RunFest takes place September 18–19, 2026, bringing runners and visitors together for a festive weekend in downtown Ruidoso. Events include a Friday night 5K and Kids’ 1K, plus Saturday’s marathon, half marathon, and road 47K/50K, with live music, food trucks, and a beer garden at Wingfield Park.

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Wild West XTERRA 2026 World Championship
Oct
8
to Oct 11

Wild West XTERRA 2026 World Championship

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

Ruidoso hosts the XTERRA World Championship October 8–11, 2026, marking XTERRA’s 30th anniversary. Elite athletes compete across high-altitude swim, bike, and trail run courses set around Grindstone Lake, while visitors enjoy race-week excitement, cool October weather, and Ruidoso’s distinctive mountain-town charm.

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Turkey Trot 2026
Nov
28
10:00 AM10:00

Turkey Trot 2026

  • White Mountain Recreation Complex (The Links Trail) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Lace up for the Ruidoso Turkey Trot 5K on Saturday, November 28, 2026. This fun run/walk starts at 10:00 a.m. on The Links Trail and is open to all ages and abilities. It’s the final race in the 2026 Ruidoso Run Series, with participant medals and limited T-shirts available.

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Dave Hamilton at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park
Jun
5
6:00 PM18:00

Dave Hamilton at Cool Summer Nights – Wingfield Park

Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Dave Hamilton performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, June 5, from 6–8 PM. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department.

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3rd Annual John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run – 5k or 1 Mile
Apr
25
8:00 AM08:00

3rd Annual John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run – 5k or 1 Mile

  • Grindstone Lake, Upper Parking Lot (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The 3rd Annual John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run takes place April 25, 2026, at Grindstone Lake. Choose a scenic 5K trail run or a 1 Mile family run starting from the Upper Parking Lot. Open to all ages and abilities. This event is part of the Run Ruidoso 2026 race series.

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2026 Easter Bunny Run 5K
Apr
4
5:45 AM05:45

2026 Easter Bunny Run 5K

Celebrate spring at the 2026 Easter Bunny Run on Saturday, April 4 at Cedar Creek Trails in Ruidoso. The 7:00 AM run/walk is open to all ages. Registration is $25. The first 50 participants may receive a free T-shirt, and the first 70 finishers earn a participation medal. Online registration is preferred. Hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation. Don’t miss out—register today!

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Christmas Drone Show and a Drive-In Movie at White Mountain Complex
Dec
13
6:00 PM18:00

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

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

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 there!

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Christmas in the Park
Dec
4
5:30 PM17:30

Christmas in the Park

Celebrate the magic of the season at Christmas in the Park! Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with music, ice skating, and holiday fun. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive with Mayor Crawford for the tree lighting around 6 p.m., followed by sleigh rides, photos with Santa, and a chance for kids to receive a free toy. Lights on display through January 31, 2026.

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Opening Weekend - Ice Skating Rink at Wingfield Park
Nov
29
to Nov 30

Opening Weekend - Ice Skating Rink at Wingfield Park

The popular pop-up ice rink returns to Wingfield Park for the 2025–2026 winter season! Opening November 29, it’s fun for all ages with skating aids for kids. Day Pass $20 with skate rental or $12 with your own skates. Ruidoso residents can enjoy a $20 season pass. Don’t miss this festive winter favorite!

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Toss No Mas Clean Up
Oct
19
1:00 PM13:00

Toss No Mas Clean Up

Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup hosted by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 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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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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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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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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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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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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