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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! Opening day is Saturday, November 29, 2025. A visitor Day Pass is $20, with a $20 season pass for Ruidoso residents. Here’s everything you need to know.
Registration is now open for Ruidoso’s Adult Co-Ed Flag Football League! Open to ages 18+, the 6-week season welcomes both walk-on players and full teams. It’s a great way to stay active and enjoy some friendly competition. Sign up today under the Activities & Programs tab at: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
Youth Basketball registration is open for ages 5–6 and 7–8! The $50 registration fee is due by November 9—no late sign-ups accepted. Don’t miss your chance to get in the game this season. Register today at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog (under the Activities & Programs tab) and secure your spot on the court!
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
Ruidoso Youth Co-Ed Flag Football registration open! Ages 5-14, $70. Register June 3-Aug 3 for Aug 27-Oct 11 season. Safe, fun, non-contact football for all skill levels. Register online at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog. Questions? Call 575-257-5030.
upcoming Events
Bring the kids to Midtown for safe Trick-or-Treating and fun Halloween events. 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!
Join the fun at Ruidoso’s 11th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on November 29, 2025! The final race in the Ruidoso Run Series kicks off at 10 a.m. on the Links Trail. The first 50 runners have the chance to receive a free T-shirt and the first 70 finishers earn a participation medal. In-person registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the White Mountain Recreation Complex.
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!
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 from Ruidoso Parks & Recreation.
