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FALL IS IN THE AIR

 

Ruidoso is the perfect place to catch the vibrant hues of fall foliage and gorgeous mountain vistas.

 
 
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RUIDOSO ASPENFEST

October 4, 2025

AspenFest is kicked off with a 10:00 AM parade through Midtown, immediately followed by fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park.

 
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MIDTOWN HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT & PUMPKIN ROLL

October 29, 2025

Join the family fun with a costume contest, pumpkin carving, a pumpkin roll, coffin race, candy, and more for kids 17 and under!



 
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The Time In Between

One of Ruidoso’s best-kept secrets is the time between fall and the Christmas holidays. Come see us!

 



 
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EXPERIENCE RUIDOSO’S INCREDIBLE WILDLIFE

Wildlife and Ruidoso go hand in hand. Opportunities for spotting wildlife are among the top reasons to visit Ruidoso.

 
 



 
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IDEAS & INSPIRATION

UPCOMING FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS

Celebrate the Seasons: Ruidoso's Must-Attend Festivals & Events

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Ruidoso AspenFest: Ruidoso's Favorite Fall Celebration.
Oct 4
Ruidoso AspenFest: Ruidoso's Favorite Fall Celebration.
3rd Annual New Mexico 4x4 Rally at Ruidoso Convention Center [CANCELED]
Oct 10
3rd Annual New Mexico 4x4 Rally at Ruidoso Convention Center [CANCELED]
Keep Ruidoso Beautiful: Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup
Oct 19
Keep Ruidoso Beautiful: Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup
Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll
Oct 29
Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll
Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Production at Downshift Brewing Company Riverside
Oct 31
Rocky Horror Picture Show Live Production at Downshift Brewing Company Riverside
A Christmas Affair at Ruidoso Convention Center
Nov 1
A Christmas Affair at Ruidoso Convention Center
Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee at the Ruidoso Convention Center
Nov 14
Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee at the Ruidoso Convention Center
Ruidoso Festival of Lights Parade
Dec 6
Ruidoso Festival of Lights Parade
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
Dec 20
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
Dec 20
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
Dec 21
The Nutcracker at Spencer Theater
Ironman 70.3 Ruidoso
Jul 11
Ironman 70.3 Ruidoso
Wild West XTERRA 2026 World Championship
Oct 8
Wild West XTERRA 2026 World Championship