When: November 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM

What: Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

Document(s): Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda – November 3, 2026

Posted: October 14, 2026, at 4:12 PM

When: Friday, October 30, 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 – October 30, 2026

Date Posted: October 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM

When: October 26, 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 – October 26, 2026

Posted: October 21, 2026, at 4:09 PM

Register for the Full Moon Night excursion hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation. This fee-based trip includes round-trip transportation from Ruidoso to White Sands National Park. Event timing is subject to change. Sign up through the official Parks & Rec catalog online.

Celebrate the Wingfield Heritage House Museum’s second anniversary on Thursday, October 22, from 5:00–7:00 PM with live music, food, and a first look at the new Carmon Phillips Exhibit. Admission is free.

When: October 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM — CANCELLED

What: Consolidated Dispatch Joint Board Regular Meeting

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

Document(s): Notice of Cancellation — Consolidated Dispatch Joint Board Regular Meeting, October 21, 2026

Posted: October 7, 2026

When: October 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM

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

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

Document(s): Notice of Cancellation of Regular Meeting – October 21, 2026 (PDF)

Posted: October 14, 2026, at 1:53 PM

The New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall is October 20 from 5:30–7:00 PM at ENMU-Ruidoso, Lecture Room 201. 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.

When: October 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM

What: Lodgers’ Tax Committee Special Meeting

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

Document(s): Lodgers’ Tax Committee Special Meeting Agenda – October 19, 2026

Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup hosted by Ruidoso Parks and Recreation on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 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!

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.