The Village of Ruidoso and Southeast New Mexico Economic Development District invite local stakeholders to participate in Housing Focus Groups October 13–14 and help shape the Southeast New Mexico Regional Housing Plan.

The Village of Ruidoso and Southeast New Mexico Economic Development District invite local stakeholders to participate in Housing Focus Groups October 13–14 and help shape the Southeast New Mexico Regional Housing Plan.

Village Council Regular Meeting

When: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM

What: Village Council Regular Meeting

Where: Council Chambers, 313 Cree Meadows Drive

Documents: View Meeting Agenda & Packet: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/village-council-agenda-packets

When: October 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM

What: Public Hearing for consideration of Spirit Wholesaler Liquor License #BLA-0000021268 for Still Wild NM LLC, d/b/a Still Wild Distillery

Where: Council Chambers, Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Legal Notice – Public Hearing for Spirit Wholesaler Liquor License #BLA-0000021268 (Still Wild Distillery)

Posted: September 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM

When: October 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM

What: Public Hearing for the Transfer of Ownership of Dispenser Liquor License #RET-000042 (Package Sales Only) for Walgreen Co.

Where: Council Chambers, Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Legal Notice – Public Hearing for Transfer of Ownership of Dispenser Liquor License #RET-000042 (Walgreen Co.)

Posted: August 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM

When: October 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM

What: Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Committee Regular Meeting

Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Committee Regular Meeting Agenda – October 13, 2026 (PDF)

Posted: October 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM

Village of Ruidoso offices and facilities will be closed for Indigenous People's Day on Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of the national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Watercolors & Winged Wonders brings free family art activities, butterflies and watercolor artwork to the Wingfield Heritage House Museum on October 10, 2026.

Join the Time Turner History Book Club for a discussion of Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky. Meet on Thursday, October 8, at 12:30 p.m. in the Ruidoso Public Library Conference Room. A limited number of copies are available for checkout at the library.

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When: October 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM
What: Potential Quorum Notice – Village of Ruidoso/XTERRA Joint Press Conference
Where: Horton Complex, 237 Service Rd., Ruidoso, NM
Notice: A majority of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body may be in attendance. No action will be taken or decisions made.
Document(s): Potential Quorum Notice – Village of Ruidoso/XTERRA Joint Press Conference (PDF)

Posted: Monday, October 5, 2026

Free small business financial management workshop covering financial statements, budgeting, cash flow, profitability, and practical tools for better decision-making. Hosted by ENMU-Ruidoso in partnership with the Ruidoso Midtown Association, Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Village of Ruidoso.

When: October 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM

Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Posted: September 11, 2026

Document(s): Agenda for Regular Meeting – October 6, 2026

Celebrate the beauty of fall at AspenFest 2026 in Ruidoso on October 3. This annual community festival is expected to feature a Midtown parade, live entertainment, food and drinks, family-friendly activities, and an after-party at Wingfield Park. Event schedules and additional details will be announced as they become available.

Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays to provide locally made products in Midtown at Country Club Park, located at 100 Country Club Drive. (Seasonal, June- October)

Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, June 13, 2026, to October 3, 2026. See you there!

When: September 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM

What: Village Council Special Meeting

Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Village Council Special Meeting Agenda – September 29, 2026 

Posted: September 25, 2026, at 4:50 PM

EVENT CANCELLED

The New Mexico Tourism Department Tourism Tour scheduled to take place in Ruidoso on Monday, September 28, 2026, has been cancelled due to a scheduling conflict.

We appreciate the community’s understanding.

When: September 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM

What: Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting

Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Parks and Recreation Commission Notice of Regular Meeting – September 28, 2026

Posted: September 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM

The Village of Ruidoso will hold a live surplus auction Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Schoolhouse Park/Community Center. Items include Village-owned vehicles, trucks, industrial equipment, a backhoe, Convention Center tables and chairs, and more. Public preview is Friday, September 25, from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays to provide locally made products in Midtown at Country Club Park, located at 100 Country Club Drive. (Seasonal, June- October)

Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, June 13, 2026, to October 3, 2026. See you there!

When: Friday, September 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM

What: Cultural and Natural History Committee Regular Meeting

Where: Ruidoso Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive

Documents: Public Notice and Agenda for Regular Meeting – September 25, 2026

Date Posted: September 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM

MEETING CANCELLED

The Workforce Housing Advisory Board Regular Meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM has been cancelled.

Originally Scheduled: September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM
What: Workforce Housing Advisory Board Regular Meeting — Cancelled
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Notice of Cancellation — Workforce Housing Board Regular Meeting, September 24, 2026
Cancellation Notice Posted: September 23, 2026, at 11:30 AM

CANCELLED: The September 23 Small Business Workshop has been cancelled due to the weather forecast and increased risk of flash flooding. The workshop will be rescheduled at a later date.

Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays to provide locally made products in Midtown at Country Club Park, located at 100 Country Club Drive. (Seasonal, June- October)

Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, June 13, 2026, to October 3, 2026. See you there!

When: September 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM

What: Ruidoso Consolidated Dispatch Joint Board Regular Meeting

Where: 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): Notice of Regular Meeting and Agenda Packet – September 16, 2026 (PDF)

Posted: September 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM

When: September 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM

What: Village of Ruidoso/City of Ruidoso Downs Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Joint Use Board Regular Meeting

Where: Council Chambers, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

Document(s): RWWTP Joint Use Board Regular Meeting Agenda Packet – September 16, 2026 (PDF)

Posted: September 9, 2026, at 10:15 AM

The New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall is September 15 from 5:30–7:00 PM at ENMU-Ruidoso, Room 106. Residents can hear program updates, ask questions about housing recovery assistance and the application process, and provide feedback. The program supports eligible disaster-impacted households in Lincoln and Chaves Counties.

Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays to provide locally made products in Midtown at Country Club Park, located at 100 Country Club Drive. (Seasonal, June- October)

Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, June 13, 2026, to October 3, 2026. See you there!

Join the Time Turner History Book Club for a discussion of Images of America: Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs by Lyn Kidder and Herb Brunell. Meet on Thursday, September 10, at 12:30 p.m. in the Ruidoso Public Library Conference Room. A limited number of copies are available for checkout at the library.

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Village Council Regular Meeting

When: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM

What: Village Council Regular Meeting

Where: Council Chambers, 313 Cree Meadows Drive

Documents: View Meeting Agenda & Packet: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/village-council-agenda-packets