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Ruidoso.net...It's Where To Go! Ruidoso.net: It's where to go for lodging, dining, adventures & all you need to plan your visit Welcome to New Mexico. The Land of Enchantment.

Ruidoso, NM is your New Mexico vacation destination, located high in the Rocky Mountains of southeastern New Mexico. Towering above the Village of Ruidoso is Sierra Blanca and the New Mexico ski resort, Ski Apache. Ruidoso weather is mild, offering a great vacation spot for enjoying the outdoors and the natural wonders that abound in Ruidoso, Lincoln County and the Lincoln National Forest. Come an

d enjoy year-round entertainment and relaxation. The Ruidoso Downs Race Track is home to the richest quarter horse race in the world; the All American Futurity. Ski Apache is the perfect ski resort for both beginning and advanced skiers and snowboarders. The Ruidoso area claims two of New Mexico's finest casinos; Inn of the Mountain Gods and Billy the Kid Casino. The Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts is a world class performance hall. There is live music at many Ruidoso venues including the renowned country western bar Win Place and Show, outdoor cafes and many Ruidoso restaurants. For the active vacationer, Ruidoso offers some of the best outdoor recreation around, including top rated golf courses, horseback riding, the Golden Aspen and Aspencash Motorcycle Rallies, high altitude bicycling, camping , hiking, skiing, golf, tennis, art galleries, museums and shopping aplenty. With all Ruidoso has to offer, the top rated activity in Ruidoso remains relaxing and enjoying the magnificent mountain views and the cool pines of New Mexico. Ruidoso lodging is unique to other destinations. Known for quaint vacation cabins along the Rio Ruidoso River, lodging includes cabins, resorts, hotels, motels, boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts, RV parks, campgrounds, condos and nightly rentals of private homes. Many lodging establishments are pet friendly. Ruidoso dining and restaurants offer a full range of options to fit any budget or taste. Ruidoso.net... It's Where To Go!

A friendly reminder for our visitors - Ruidoso is currently under Level 2 Fire Restrictions.Please remember...- No smoki...
06/02/2025

A friendly reminder for our visitors - Ruidoso is currently under Level 2 Fire Restrictions.

Please remember...
- No smoking outside
- No camp fires
- No fireworks
- No charcoal (gas & pellets ok)
- No chainsaws or welding without a permit

Thank you for doing your part to prevent wildfires!

More information here: ruidoso-nm.gov/fire-restrictions -two-fire-restrictions

A live look at Midtown! Grateful for some moisture today 🌧Watch for yourself at ruidoso.net/visitor-information/web-cam
06/02/2025

A live look at Midtown! Grateful for some moisture today 🌧

Watch for yourself at ruidoso.net/visitor-information/web-cam

Another fun and free concert series for the family this summer! Thank you Ruidoso Public Library!
05/30/2025

Another fun and free concert series for the family this summer! Thank you Ruidoso Public Library!

Join us at the Library for our Summer Music Series on Thursday, June 5th featuring singer, songwriter, and guitarist McKenzie Legg!

05/30/2025

Summer is here, folks! Come join us in the village for an awesome weekend full of great events. 😎

Future happenings are listed (and updated daily!) at visitruidoso.com/events-calendar

FRIDAY 5/30
• Mountain Top NHM QH Futurity Trails @ Ruidoso Downs
• Downshift Riverside - Live music by Slim Bawb (6 PM)
• Under a Mountain Sky Concert Series - Joey Green @ Wingfield Park (6-8 PM)
• Downshift Brewing Co (Hidden Tap) - Live music by Circus Mutt (6 PM)
• Quarters - Live music
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Johnny Mulhair & the Greasy Plates (Patio, 3-7 PM), 575 Band (7:30 PM)
• Jacks Back Stage Patina Lounge - Live music by Brandon Jordan (8 PM)
• Texas Club - Live music by Tanner Lane (6 PM)
• Flying J Ranch Chuckwagon Supper & Show

SATURDAY 5/31
• Mountain Top NHM QH Derby Trails @ Ruidoso Downs
• Downshift Hidden Tap - Live music by Mineral Hill (6 PM)
• Orny Adams Comedy @ Spencer Theater
• Ruidoso Mescalero Apache Honor Day Festival @ Country Club Park
• Downshift Brewing Co (Riverside) - Live music by Joey Green (6 PM)
• Bonito Valley Brewing Co - Live music by Captain Klas (3-6 PM)
• Quarters - Live music
• Win Place & Show - • Win Place & Show - Live music by Trace Tuberville (Patio, 1-4 PM) and Dynamic Duo (Patio, 4:30-7:30 PM), 575 Band (7:30 PM)
• Jacks Back Stage Patina Lounge - Live music by Tell Runyan (8 PM)
• Texas Club - Live music by Tanner Lane (6 PM)
• Flying J Ranch Chuckwagon Supper & Show

SUNDAY 6/1
• Enchanted Vine’s Sunday Market (11 AM - 4 PM), live music by Jim Dixon (2 PM)
• Jess Burner Stakes NHM QH, Ruidoso Maiden Stakes QH Trails @ Ruidoso Downs
• Quarters - Live music
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Dynamic Duo (2-6 PM)

Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino Win Place and Show Downshift Brewing Company Downshift Brewing Company Quarters Nightclub and Grill Flying J Chuckwagon Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water Winery Texas Club Grill & Bar Bonito Valley Brewing Company Jacks Back Stage Under A Mountain Sky Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce Mescalero Apache Tribe

Tomorrow is the kickoff of Ruidoso's FREE summer concert series, Under a Mountain Sky!Catch local, family-friendly, live...
05/29/2025

Tomorrow is the kickoff of Ruidoso's FREE summer concert series, Under a Mountain Sky!

Catch local, family-friendly, live music at Wingfield Park every Friday evening from 6-8 PM.

Let the kids play in a safe park area while you relax to the melodic sounds of talented musicians and unwind.

Catch Joey Green this week at Wingfield Park, and see our calendar of events for a full lineup of concerts.

Come enjoy Ruidoso’s FREE Under A Mountain Sky summer concert series—where music meets family fun in the heart of Ruidoso! Enjoy laid-back summer evenings starting May 30, 2025, with weekly performances every Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wingfield Park. Enjoy top-notch Americana and Country musici...

Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring - Ruidoso always has relaxation waiting for you!Plan your visit with ease on Ruidoso.net...
05/27/2025

Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring - Ruidoso always has relaxation waiting for you!

Plan your visit with ease on Ruidoso.net ✅

Are you in Ruidoso for Memorial Day? Let us know what your favorite memory was this weekend! 👇
05/26/2025

Are you in Ruidoso for Memorial Day? Let us know what your favorite memory was this weekend! 👇

Did you know May is hummingbird month in Ruidoso? Keep a lookout for these tiny joys around the village! And if you snap...
05/24/2025

Did you know May is hummingbird month in Ruidoso?

Keep a lookout for these tiny joys around the village! And if you snap any wonderful photos, we'd love to see them!

Find out all about birding in Ruidoso at www.ruidoso.net/visitor-information/outdoors/birding

📸: Holly Wilber

Summer kick off in Ruidoso!! Get out there and enjoy!
05/23/2025

Summer kick off in Ruidoso!! Get out there and enjoy!

We're getting a jump start to help you with your Memorial Day weekend plans! Here are all the events we're tracking this weekend, but as always, leave a comment if you know of something else we need to add! 😉

See this summer's events at visitruidoso.com/events-calendar

FRIDAY 5/23
• Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs
• Opening Weekend at Flying J Ranch
• Gary Allan LIVE @ Inn of the Mountain Gods (6 PM)
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Apache Spirit (7:30 PM)
• Downshift Hidden Tap - Live music by Doso Dirtbags (6 PM)
• Downshift Riverside - Live music by Ben Meyer Band (6 PM)
• Memorial Holiday Flag Laying Ceremony at Fort Stanton's Veteran's Cemetery (9-11 AM)

SATURDAY 5/24
• Everclear LIVE @ Jack’s Backstage (9 PM)
• Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs: QH Futurity Trials
• Downshift Riverside - Live music by Burt Furguson & Tim Thompson (6 PM)
• Downshift Hidden Tap - Live music by Doso Dirtbags (6 PM)
• Quarters - Live music by Ben Meyer Band (8:30 PM)
• Noisy Water Winery: The Cellar Uncorked - Mimosa Bar (10 AM - 1 PM)
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Apache Spirit (7:30 PM)
• Opening Weekend at Flying J Ranch
• Ruidoso Evening Lions Club Gun & Collectibles Show @ Ruidoso Convention Center (9 AM - 6 PM)
• Ski Apache Summer Opening

SUNDAY 5/25
• Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs: QH Derby Trials
• Downshift Riverside - Live music by Garden of Eden Band (6 PM)
• Billy’s Cantina: Patio Party with DJ Movado (6 PM)
• Enchanted Vine’s Sunday Market (11 AM - 4 PM)
w/ live music by Julia Cozby (12-2 PM) & Moksi (2-4 PM)
• Noisy Water Winery: The Cellar Uncorked - Mimosa Bar (10 AM - 1 PM)
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Apache Spirit (7:30 PM)
• Opening Weekend at Flying J Ranch
• Ruidoso Evening Lions Club Gun & Collectibles Show @ Ruidoso Convention Center (10 AM - 4 PM)
• Ski Apache Summer Opening

MONDAY 5/26 - MEMORIAL DAY
• Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs: John Andreini Memorial Stakes QH
• Win Place & Show - Live music by Apache Spirit (2-7 PM)

Inn of the Mountain Gods Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino Downshift Brewing Company Flying J Chuckwagon Downshift Brewing Company Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water Winery Win Place and Show Ski Apache Quarters Nightclub and Grill Jacks Back Stage Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce Ruidoso Happenings Fort Stanton Inc.

Everyone's favorite tradition returns for the summer season this weekend! 🤠Flying J Chuckwagon brings the wild west to y...
05/22/2025

Everyone's favorite tradition returns for the summer season this weekend! 🤠

Flying J Chuckwagon brings the wild west to you... and your plate! 🍽️

When you arrive at the ranch, you'll be able to enjoy attractions and activities, including pony express rides, panning for gold, and even a gunfight in Bonito City when two outlaws wander into town. The fun continues at supper, where guests will be served authentic chuckwagon cooking to the tune of toe-tapping western swing music performed by the Flying J Wranglers.

Great fun for all ages, Flying J is sure to be your family's favorite part of your New Mexico getaway.

Shows run from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Come make some memories with your loved ones at a Flying J Ranch supper this year!

Book your tickets in advance at flyingjranch.com/tickets

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