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 us for Ruidoso's very own Kite Festival, including professional flyers, food vendors, and kite displays. Come out and fly your own or build one in our kite assembly booth. FREE to attend! Fun for all ages.
Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso at AspenFest. The weekend celebration is on Saturday, October 4, 2025, with a 10:00 AM parade through Midtown, immediately followed by fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park. Don't miss Ruidoso's favorite fall festival!
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
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!
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!