Posts in Events & Festivals
Ruidoso AspenFest: Ruidoso's Favorite Fall Festival

Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso at AspenFest. The weekend celebration is kicked off on Saturday, October 5, 2024, 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!

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The Ultimate Guide to Summer Festivals and Events in Ruidoso

Ruidoso’s social calendar is packed with music festivals, outdoor concerts, art fests, running races, and more all summer. Don’t miss a beat with this handy guide that covers the best Ruidoso festivals and annual events happening each month. Start making your travel plans now.

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Fourth of July Weekend Events and Activities in Ruidoso

Looking for things to do during your 4th of July weekend getaway? From the festivals to the parades and the horseraces at Ruidoso Downs, Ruidoso is a perfect choice. Start planning your Independence Day weekend in Ruidoso today.

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Ride Ruidoso Spring Thunder May 20, 2023

Complementing the AspenCash Motorcycle Rally, Ride Ruidoso brings you the May 20, 2023, Spring Thunder concerts benefit event at Wingfield Park with live music performances, including headliner band Molly Hatchet and Metallica Tribute- Kill EM All, bike show, car show, and bike run. Buy Your Spring Thunder Tickets Today!

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Mescalero Apache Tribe

Established in 1873 by presidential order, the Mescalero Apache reservation covers 720 square miles of land adjacent to the Village of Ruidoso. The Mescalero Apache Tribe owns and operates both Ski Apache Ski Resort and the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino as well as other Reservation-based enterprises. 

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The All American Futurity: The World's Richest Quarter Horse Race

The All American Futurity (G1) is the richest race for 2-year-olds in North America, regardless of breed. Run every Labor Day at Ruidoso Downs in the mountain village of Ruidoso, New Mexico, the $3 million race is contested by 2-year-old American Quarter Horses. It will be run on September 3, 2018.

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Ring In the New Year in Ruidoso

Whether you’re looking to ring in the New Year with a romantic evening, a night out with friends, or a celebration the whole family can enjoy, Ruidoso has you covered with options for every budget. Celebrate the arrival of 2021 in Ruidoso with these New Year's Eve events.

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