Looking for Youth Activities this summer? From Wingfield Wednesdays (ages 7 -12) to Wilderness Weekends (2nd - 6th graders), here's a list to get you started!
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.
Enthusiastic and positive volunteers are needed to coach and referee our youth sports programs. Please call or email if you are interested! (575)257-5030 | parksrec@ruidoso-nm.gov
We are having a youth open gym at the Horton Complex. There will be basketball for kids in the 9th-12th grade on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm. Grades 9 -12. Liability waiver to be signed upon arrival.
The 2021 Youth Volleyball season is brought to you by Ruidoso Parks and Rec. Registration fee: $45. Registration ends on August 7. Tryouts August 22, 4 pm - 6 pm, Horton Gymnasium Complex. Ages 7-14. Register online today!
The 2021 Youth Flag Football season is brought to you by Ruidoso Parks and Rec. Registration fee: $65. Registration ends on August 7. Tryouts August 21, 4 pm - 6 pm, White Mountain Recreation Area. Ages 5 - 14. Register online today!
Join Ruidoso Parks and Rec Summer Camp program lead by Lia Mosher and enjoy a two-day instructional volleyball camp June 3 and 4 for boys and girls ages 7 to 12. Volleyball Starts Here!
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!
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.
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.
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!
Enjoy a FREE evening of live music at Wingfield Park as Moksi performs for the 2026 Cool Summer Nights Summer Music Series on Friday, June 19, 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.
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.
Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a moonlit adventure at White Sands National Park. Walk glowing dunes, enjoy stargazing, and take in desert views under the full moon. Bring warm layers and a flashlight for the walk back. Multiple 2026 dates available. $20 per person. Registration opens March 1 at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
See 150 drones take flight in a patriotic-themed aerial drone show featuring a 300-foot-tall Statue of Liberty, fireworks, an eagle, and other iconic American images. Meet family and friends for a pre-show tailgate and enjoy FREE family-friendly activities and entertainment starting at 5:00 PM.
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.
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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