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 Tourism Community Open House at Ruidoso Convention Center
Local tourism organizations, businesses, government representatives, and community partners are invited to connect with tourism programs and resources at the Ruidoso Tourism Community Open House on September 28, 2026.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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 – 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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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!
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!
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.
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 – July Meeting
Join the Time Turner History Book Club for its July meeting at the Ruidoso Public Library. This month’s discussion features Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation by Joseph J. Ellis, which brings to life the vital issues and personalities from the most important decade in our nation’s history. Meet on July 9, 2026, at 12:30 pm in the Library Conference Room. A limited number of books are available for checkout.
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!
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.
Colonial America Family Fun Day at Wingfield Heritage House Museum
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with free family-friendly activities at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. The event features Colonial America-inspired crafts, educational activities, and a community commemorative quilt project for participants of all ages.
Ruidoso Bridge Replacements Project Public Meeting – Sleepy Hollow Road, River Trail & Robin Road
The Village of Ruidoso invites residents and property owners to attend public meetings for the Ruidoso Bridge Replacements Project on June 16 and 17, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 PM at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Meetings will include a short presentation followed by opportunities to review preliminary project information, meet with the project team, and ask questions about upcoming bridge replacement planning efforts.
Ruidoso Bridge Replacements Project Public Meeting – McDaniel Drive, North Loop & Main Road 2
The Village of Ruidoso invites residents and property owners to attend public meetings for the Ruidoso Bridge Replacements Project on June 16 and 17, 2026, from 5:30–7:00 PM at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Meetings will include a short presentation followed by opportunities to review preliminary project information, meet with the project team, and ask questions about upcoming bridge replacement planning efforts.
2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 2 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]
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. For more details, call (575) 257-5030. Sign up at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
Time Turner History Book Club – June Meeting
Join the Time Turner History Book Club for its June meeting at the Ruidoso Public Library. This month’s discussion features The Naturalist: Theodore Roosevelt, A Lifetime of Exploration, and the Triumph of American Natural History by Darrin Lunde. Meet on June 11, 2026, at 12:30 pm in the Library Conference Room. A limited number of books are available for checkout.
2026 Rec Youth Summer Wilderness Camp – Week 1 [REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED]
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. Sign up at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
National Trails Day Clean-Up
Join the U.S. Forest Service, Ruidoso Parks and Recreation, and EcoServants for a National Trails Day Clean-Up in Ruidoso on June 6. Volunteers of all ages are invited to help care for local trails while enjoying a community day outdoors. Gloves and trash bags will be provided.
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Community Flood Risk & Preparedness Workshop – Ruidoso (June 3) [CANCELED]
The Community Flood Preparedness Workshop scheduled for June 3, 2026, has been canceled due to weather conditions. Residents and visitors are encouraged to review the Flood Aware 2026 presentation slides from the National Weather Service and Village of Ruidoso Emergency Operations Center, covering monsoon weather, burn scar flooding, flash flood alerts, emergency preparedness, and flood safety information.
Kids College 2026 at ENMU–Ruidoso
Kids College at ENMU–Ruidoso returns June 1–5, 2026, with hands-on learning for children. Choose full-day (8 AM–5 PM) or half-day sessions (8 AM–12 PM or 1–5 PM). Pre-register by May 1 to reserve your child’s spot.