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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The little things pay off big when it comes to budget travel. To help make your Ruidoso vacation more affordable, we’ve created a one-week itinerary with some of our best budget-friendly travel tips.
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It's officially summer season in Ruidoso, and Lincoln National Forest is a hub for summer activities! Hike, bike, ride, and play. Ruidoso is the perfect adventure getaway.
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Ranging from cafes to fine dining, these Ruidoso eateries offer foodies experiences to savor. This three-day itinerary showcases a few insider favorites, plus insider tips for places to sip.
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Ruidoso Winter Park is excited to offer the only Mountain Coaster in New Mexico, boasting 5100 feet of waves, dips, and a 360-degree helix. Drivers control the speed of their cart with max speeds of 25mph, plus Screaming Eagle Mountain Coaster boasts a state-of-the-art collision avoidance system to ensure each rider can enjoy their ride safely.
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While you're in Ruidoso, check out these indie coffeehouses offering outdoor patios, welcoming interiors with cozy chairs in quiet corners, ample outlets and free WiFi, delicious pastries, baked goods and light meals—perfect for an afternoon or morning pick-me-up.
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If you love to discover a place food-first, a great way to get started is with a visit to these Best of Ruidoso People's Choice Awards winners!
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Quench your thirst for New Mexico craft beers and wines at these local hangouts
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What to know about the legalization of marijuana and the legal use of recreational cannabis in New Mexico for adults 21+ effective Friday, April 1, 2022. Where to find a Ruidoso cannabis dispensary.
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From dazzling night skies to snow-capped peaks and evergreen forests, here are five reasons to make a Ruidoso mountain vacation your next adventure.
Whether you're hungry for a green chile cheeseburger, a burrito smothered in house-made chile sauce, or a piece of buttermilk pie, there's a restaurant for you in Ruidoso.
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Was it a flying saucer? Was it a weather balloon? What happened? Discover for yourself at the International UFO Museum and Research Center in Roswell, an easy day trip from Ruidoso.
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Why is it that suddenly everyone you know in Austin is vacationing in Ruidoso? Make the trip and find out for yourself. Here’s how to get here plus some ideas for what to see and do along the way.
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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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For decades, Ruidoso has been a favorite mountain escape for El Paso residents looking to get away from the hustle and heat. And though it’s an easy 3-hour drive, we recommend you resist the urge to drive straight through and make time to enjoy these suggested sights and stops along the way.
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One of the best day trips out of Albuquerque takes you to Ruidoso, a perfect weekend escape or New Mexico staycation. Discover how to get here and some ideas of what to see and do along the way.
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Green-chile or old-school, craft or classic, you can never go wrong with a burger. Here are ten of the best Ruidoso burger hotspots for when you get a craving.
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“If I could paint a picture of a small-town bar on a Sunday afternoon where the whiskey pours, the axes fly, and the band plays on, it would be Ruidoso’s Win Place & Show.” — THE BITE
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Planning a short break in Ruidoso? Discover the best of Ruidoso in 2 days. Between year-round outdoor adventures, shopping, plus a vibrant food, drink and live music culture, it’s possible to spend every vacation in Ruidoso and discover something new each time. If you only have a couple of days, however, you can still drive away with a well-rounded Ruidoso experience.
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