Planning Commission Regular Meeting
When: September 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Posted: July 29, 2026, at 2:43 PM
Document(s): Agenda for Regular Meeting – September 1, 2026
Public Holiday Closure - Labor Day
Village of Ruidoso offices and facilities will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Public Hearing: Proposed Manufactured Home Zoning Ordinance Amendment
The Village of Ruidoso will hold a public hearing September 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM to consider Ordinance 2026-12, which would provide the same zoning treatment for HUD-certified single-section and multi-section manufactured homes and revise related definitions and allowable uses.
Village Council Regular Meeting
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
Time Turner History Book Club – September Meeting
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.
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall – September 15
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.
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Ruidoso Surplus Auction
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.
End of the Season Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
AspenFest 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.
Time Turner History Book Club – October Meeting
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.
XTERRA World Championship 2026
The XTERRA World Championship returns to Ruidoso October 8–11, 2026, bringing elite off-road triathletes from around the world to Grindstone Lake and Ruidoso’s trail system. Residents and visitors are invited to cheer on competitors and enjoy four days of championship racing. Temporary impacts to some recreation areas may occur during the event.
Public Holiday Closure - Indigenous People's Day
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.
Liquor License Public Hearing – Walgreen Co.
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
Village Council Regular Meeting
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
2026 Outdoor Economics Conference
Ruidoso hosts the 2026 Outdoor Economics Conference October 14–16 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. This statewide event brings together leaders from government, tribal communities, and the outdoor industry to explore recreation, economic development, land management, and environmental stewardship across New Mexico.
New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall – October 20
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.
Full Moon Night at White Sands National Park – Hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation
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.
Village Council Regular Meeting
Village Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday, November 10, 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
Public Holiday Closure - Veterans Day
Village of Ruidoso offices and facilities will be closed for Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of the national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall – November 17
The New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall is November 17 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.
Public Holiday Closure - Thanksgiving
Village of Ruidoso offices and facilities will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and Friday, November 27, 2026, in observance of the national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Monday, November 30, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Village Council Regular Meeting
Village Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday, December 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
New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall – December 15
The New Mexico Home Recovery Program Town Hall is December 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.
Public Holiday Closure - Christmas
Village of Ruidoso offices and facilities will be closed for Christmas on Thursday, December 25, 2026, and Friday, December 26, 2026, in observance of the national holiday. Regular operations will resume on Monday, December 28, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
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Village Council Workshop Meeting [Canceled]
Notice is hereby given that the Governing Body of the Village of Ruidoso has canceled the Council Workshop Meeting for Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Yvonne Vigil, Village Clerk
Village of Ruidoso
313 Cree Meadows Drive
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 258-4343, Ext. 1007
Official Notice:
Notice of Cancellation of Council Workshop Meeting — September 1, 2026 (PDF)
Building Ruidoso: A Mountain Maker Family Day at Wingfield Heritage House Museum
Discover how Ruidoso was built through hands-on fun at Building Ruidoso: A Mountain Maker Family Day on Saturday, August 29, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. This free family event features interactive maker stations exploring water power, logging, engineering, gravity, and science through creative activities designed for all ages.
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Cultural and Natural History Committee Regular Meeting
When: Friday, August 28, 2026, at 9:00 AM
What: Cultural and Natural History Committee Regular Meeting
Where: Ruidoso Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive
Documents: Public Notice for Regular Meeting - August 28, 2026 (PDF)
Date Posted: August 20, 2026, at 3:10 PM
Full Moon Night at White Sands National Park – Hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation
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.
Special Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
When: Monday, August 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM
What: Special Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s):Special Council Meeting Agenda — August 24, 2026
Posted: August 12, 2026, at 3:55 PM, updated August 20, 2026
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Book Talk: Jenna Finds a Dog with Dr. Terence Rousseau
Attend a free Book Talk at the Ruidoso Public Library featuring local author Dr. Terence Rousseau and his children’s chapter book Jenna Finds a Dog. Enjoy a live reading, Q&A, trivia, and family-friendly activities. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
View complete event details on the Ruidoso Public Library website: https://www.ruidosopubliclibrary.org/calendar/book-talk-jenna-finds-a-dog
Consolidated Dispatch Joint Board Regular Meeting
When: August 19, 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 – August 19, 2026 (PDF)
Posted: August 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Village of Ruidoso/Ruidoso Downs Regional Treatment Plant Joint Use Board Regular Meeting
When: August 19, 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 – August 19, 2026 (PDF)
Posted: August 12, 2026, at 10:15 AM
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Time Turner History Book Club – August Meeting
Join the Time Turner History Book Club for a discussion of Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland’s History-Making Race Around the World by Matthew Goodman. Meet on Thursday, August 13, at 12:30 p.m. in the Ruidoso Public Library Conference Room. A limited number of copies are available for checkout at the library.
Village Council Regular Meeting
Village Council Regular Meeting
When: Tuesday, August 11, 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
Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Committee Regular Meeting
When: Monday, August 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM
What: Regular Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Committee
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Committee Regular Meeting Agenda – August 10, 2026 (PDF)
Posted: August 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
When: August 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345
Posted: July 16, 2026, at 9:59 AM.
Document(s): Agenda for Regular Meeting - August 4, 2026
Special Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 7:30 AM
What: Special Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Special Council Meeting Agenda – August 4, 2026 (PDF)
Posted: July 31, 2026, at 3:35 PM
Council Workshop Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 8:00 AM
What: Council Workshop Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Council Workshop Meeting Agenda – August 4, 2026 (PDF)
Posted: July 31, 2026, at 4:20 PM
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Workforce Housing Advisory Board Notice of Regular Meeting
When: July 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM
What: Workforce Housing Advisory Board Regular Meeting
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Workforce Housing Advisory Board Regular Meeting Agenda – July 30, 2026
Posted: July 27, 2026, at 9:10 AM
Special Meeting of the Village of Ruidoso Governing Body
When: Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Where: Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Special Council Meeting Agenda – July 30, 2026
Announcement Posted: July 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM
Agenda Posted: July 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM
Full Moon Night at White Sands National Park – Hosted by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation
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.
Boots & Brands: An Old West Family Day at Wingfield Heritage House Museum
Join Wingfield Heritage House Museum for Boots & Brands: An Old West Family Day. This free family event features gold panning, leatherworking, cattle branding crafts, a shooting gallery, games, and hands-on activities celebrating the spirit and traditions of the American frontier.
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
Cultural and Natural History Committee Regular Meeting
When: Friday, July 24, 2026, at 9:00 AM
What: Cultural and Natural History Committee Regular Meeting
Where: Ruidoso Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive
Documents: Public Notice for Regular Meeting - July 24, 2026
Date Posted: July 16, 2026, at 4:36 PM
Wingfield Heritage House Museum at Cloudcroft Museum Fest
Wingfield Heritage House Museum will participate in the 2026 Cloudcroft Museum Fest on Saturday, July 18, from 10 AM–4 PM at the ice rink in Cloudcroft. The free public event will feature more than 20 museums and heritage organizations from across Southern New Mexico, along with exhibits, demonstrations, local history displays, and family-friendly activities.
Midtown Market (Seasonal, June to October)
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!
2026 Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Help save lives at the Battle of the Badges Ruidoso Blood Drive on Friday, July 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 541 Sudderth Drive. Walk-ins are welcome, though appointments are encouraged. Every donation helps patients in need, and donors will also be entered for a chance to win a car valued at up to $30,000. Give blood. Give hope.
Notice of Potential Quorum
When: July 17, 2026, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
What: Meeting for Legal Updates on the Collective Bargaining Unit
Where: Ruidoso Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Document(s): Notice of Potential Quorum - July 17, 2026.
Posted: July 16, 2026, at 5:20 PM
Flood Adaptation Workshop
Learn practical strategies for adapting historic buildings to flooding during this free one-day workshop presented by the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division, National Park Service, and FEMA. Registration is required via https://forms.office.com/g/F1x2nNRm55