Interested in becoming a vendor at one of Ruidoso’s most beloved community events?
Midtown Market returns for the 2026 season, running Saturdays from June 6 through October 3 at Country Club Park, located at the intersection of Country Club Drive and Sudderth.
This open-air market is a hub for local growers, artisans, and makers who are passionate about sustainability, quality, and community connection. Whether you’re selling produce, handmade goods, or locally inspired creations, Midtown Market offers a supportive and well-organized environment to share your work with residents and visitors alike.
Midtown Market 2026 – At a Glance
Dates: June 6 - October 3, 2026
Location: Country Club Park, 100 Country Club Dr., Ruidoso, NM
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Most Saturdays)
Market Dates
(Subject to change; Special Events in parentheses)
June 6 (Opening Day)
June 13
June 20
June 27
July 4
July 11 (IRONMAN® 70.3 Race Weekend in Ruidoso)
July 18
July 25
August 1
August 8
August 15
August 22 (Grindstone Trail Run)
August 30
September 5 (Labor Day Weekend)
September 12
September 19 (2nd Annual Ruidoso Runfest)
September 26
October 3 (Last Day)
How to Become a Vendor
Season Fee: $35
Single Saturday Fee: $15
Extra 10x10 Spot: +$35 (seasonal) / +$15 (daily)
Booth categories: Food, Produce, Arts & Crafts
Space Size: 10x10 – bring your own table/chairs
Registration: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
Vendor Rules (Highlights)
No resale/franchised/outsourced goods
No on-site food prep
The majority of items must be handmade/home-produced
Vehicles must leave the market area by 8:30 am (set-up) and 2:00 pm (tear-down)
Vendors must be approved and assigned spots
Informational booths are allowed 2nd Saturday of each month
Why Join?
Community-centered, sustainability-focused
Preferential consideration for Lincoln County residents
Seasonal and daily flexibility
Strong support for growers, artisans & small food producers
🔗 Handbook & Policy Manual
Download Full Vendor Handbook & Policy (PDF)
Contact:
Chris Camacho
Event and Recreation Supervisor
Office: 575-257-5030 Cell: (575) 973-1764
Alex Eakins
Recreational Leader / Midtown Market Manager
Office: 575-257-5030
AlexanderEakins@Ruidoso-nm.gov
Vendor Requirements & Tax Information
Who Is a Vendor?
A vendor is anyone selling merchandise, offering a service, or hosting an informational booth at Midtown Market. Vendors may also be referred to as taxpayers for state reporting purposes.
What Is a Special Event?
The State of New Mexico defines a special event as an entertainment, recreational, or marketing event occurring at a single location on an irregular basis, where merchandise or services are sold.
If you sell at multiple special events across New Mexico, you must file and pay Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) for each event location individually.
Important: State Tax Filing Is Required
New Mexico Taxation & Revenue Department (TRD) requires all special event vendors to register and file taxes independently. Taxes will not be collected onsite. Vendors must file a TRD-41413 Gross Receipts Tax Return by the 25th day of the month following each event.
What You Need to Do:
Register for a GRT ID at TAP.state.nm.us
– Or reactivate an existing GRT ID by emailing your completed ACD-31015 form to Business.Reg@tax.nm.gov
Attend your special event.
File & Pay:
Online: TAP.state.nm.us
OR by Mail: Submit TRD-41413 form + check
➤ Mail to:
NM Taxation and Revenue Dept
PO Box 25128
Santa Fe, NM 87504-5128
Note: Failure to register, file, and pay GRT may affect your ability to participate in future markets or events.