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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Professional Disc Golf Association 2025 Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships

May 8

May 8, 2025 – May 11, 2025

7:30 AM07:307:30 AM

Professional Disc Golf Association 2025 Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships

May 8, 2025 – May 11, 2025

7:30 AM07:307:30 AM

Ruidoso hosts New Mexico’s first-ever Pro Disc Golf Association Major Championship! The Tim Selinske US Masters, presented by Innova, runs May 8-11, 2025, featuring top professional and amateur players nationwide. Spectators can enjoy live tournament action at Grindstone Park, Moon Mountain, Oso Canyon, and Alto Lake. Don’t miss this historic event!

May 8, 2025 – May 11, 2025

7:30 AM07:307:30 AM

AspenCash Motorcycle Rally 2025 at Casino Apache Travel Center

May 15

May 15, 2025 – May 18, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

AspenCash Motorcycle Rally 2025 at Casino Apache Travel Center

May 15, 2025 – May 18, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

Ride into Ruidoso on May 15 for an unforgettable motorcycle experience. Enjoy cool mountain air, scenic byways, and winding roads that draw riders from across the country. Connect with fellow enthusiasts, explore local shops and restaurants, and discover why the AspenCash rally is a top destination for two-wheel adventures in the Southwest.

May 15, 2025 – May 18, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire at Wingfield Park

May 16

May 16, 2025 – May 18, 2025

4:00 PM16:004:00 PM

Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire at Wingfield Park

May 16, 2025 – May 18, 2025

4:00 PM16:004:00 PM

Immerse yourself in the magic of the medieval era right in the heart of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Featuring talented jesters, minstrels, and troubadours, a bustling marketplace with medieval wares, delicious Renaissance fare, and enchanting children's activities. Encounter mystical characters, fortune tellers, and more surprises throughout the weekend. Don your finest medieval attire and join event host Oso Productions for a day of history, fantasy, and fun at the Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire. Tickets are available online or at the gate with special discounts for children and seniors.

May 16, 2025 – May 18, 2025

4:00 PM16:004:00 PM

OPENING WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

May 23

May 23, 2025 – May 26, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

OPENING WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

May 23, 2025 – May 26, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Experience the thrill of live horse racing at Ruidoso Downs Race Track, home to the World’s Richest Quarter Horse Race, the All-American Futurity. Ruidoso Downs Race Track opens its summer meet on Memorial Day Weekend. Learn more at RaceRuidoso.com

May 23, 2025 – May 26, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

RUIDOSO FUTURITY and DERBY WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Jun 7

Jun 7, 2025 – Jun 8, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

RUIDOSO FUTURITY and DERBY WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Jun 7, 2025 – Jun 8, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Experience Ruidoso Futurity & Derby Weekend on June 7-8 at Ruidoso Downs Race Track, featuring over $2 million in purse money. The Ruidoso QH Derby Finals G1 ($850,000) and Invitational Stakes ($100,000) showcase top three-year-olds on Saturday, while Sunday’s Futurity G1 ($1,000,000) and Juvenile Stakes ($100,000) highlight elite two-year-olds. Don’t miss this premier racing event!

Jun 7, 2025 – Jun 8, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Ruidoso Tattoo Expo at Ruidoso Convention Center

Jun 13

Jun 13, 2025 – Jun 15, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

Ruidoso Tattoo Expo at Ruidoso Convention Center

Jun 13, 2025 – Jun 15, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

Join Tattoo artists from all over the country for three days filled with tattoos, live performances, contests, and more. Get tattooed by amazing artists nationwide, browse vendor booths for unique items, and enjoy watching art in action. Learn more at ruidosotattooexpo.com

Jun 13, 2025 – Jun 15, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

All American Tailgate and Drone Light Show

Jul 5

Jul 5, 2025

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM17:00 – 22:005:00 PM – 10:00 PM

All American Tailgate and Drone Light Show

Jul 5, 2025

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM17:00 – 22:005:00 PM – 10:00 PM

See 150 drones take flight in a patriotic-themed aerial drone show featuring a 300-foot-tall Statue of Liberty, fireworks, an eagle, and other iconic American images. Meet family and friends for a pre-show tailgate and enjoy FREE family-friendly activities and entertainment starting at 5:00 PM.

Jul 5, 2025

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM17:00 – 22:005:00 PM – 10:00 PM

RAINBOW WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Jul 12

Jul 12, 2025 – Jul 13, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

RAINBOW WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Jul 12, 2025 – Jul 13, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Experience Rainbow Weekend on July 12-13 at Ruidoso Downs Race Track, featuring over $2.3 million in purse money. The Rainbow QH Derby, Oaks, and Invitational Stakes showcase top three-year-olds on Saturday, while Sunday’s Futurity and Juvenile Stakes highlight elite two-year-olds. Don’t miss this high-stakes racing event, part of the 46-day summer season!

Jul 12, 2025 – Jul 13, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Ruidoso 50K, Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzsky's Bun Run 5K and 1 Mile Kids Run

Jul 18

Jul 18, 2025 – Jul 19, 2025

2:00 PM14:002:00 PM

Ruidoso 50K, Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzsky's Bun Run 5K and 1 Mile Kids Run

Jul 18, 2025 – Jul 19, 2025

2:00 PM14:002:00 PM

Join us for the 6th Annual Ruidoso Marathon Weekend! Featuring the Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzsky’s Deli 5K Bun Run, Kids 1K Mini Bun Run, and the State-Forty-Seven Road 47K/50K—New Mexico’s only road 50K. Race through Ruidoso’s scenic, high-elevation terrain. Elevate your running with this challenging race event, the fourth of six Run Ruidoso 2025 series races. Register online today!

Jul 18, 2025 – Jul 19, 2025

2:00 PM14:002:00 PM

Jul 19

Jul 19, 2025 – Jul 20, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

ZIA WEEKEND at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Jul 19, 2025 – Jul 20, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

Experience the Zia Festival Weekend on July 19-20 at Ruidoso Downs Race Track, showcasing New Mexico-bred Quarter Horses with over $700,000 in purse money. Featured races include the Zia QH Derby, Futurity, Stakes, 870 Championship, and Juvenile Finals, with distances from 400 to 870 yards. Don’t miss this high-stakes racing event, part of the 46-day summer season!

Jul 19, 2025 – Jul 20, 2025

1:00 PM13:001:00 PM

54th Annual Ruidoso Art and Wine Festival

Jul 25

Jul 25, 2025 – Jul 27, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

54th Annual Ruidoso Art and Wine Festival

Jul 25, 2025 – Jul 27, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

Art lovers from around the southwest make an annual trip to Ruidoso for this juried fine arts show that features over 100 of the nation’s most talented artists, showcasing a broad spectrum of mediums, showcasing collectible art and jewelry.

Jul 25, 2025 – Jul 27, 2025

12:00 PM12:0012:00 PM

Billy the Kid Pageant and Old Lincoln Days

Aug 1

Aug 1, 2025 – Aug 3, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

Billy the Kid Pageant and Old Lincoln Days

Aug 1, 2025 – Aug 3, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

The 2025 Billy the Kid Pageant brings history to life in Lincoln, NM, with performances on August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. This folk play, first staged in 1940, reenacts key moments of the Lincoln County War, including Billy the Kid’s daring escape. Featuring local volunteer actors, many of whom are descendants of past participants, the event offers an authentic Old West experience. Tickets are available only at the gate.

Aug 1, 2025 – Aug 3, 2025

9:00 AM09:009:00 AM

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