Experience Christmas in Ruidoso with winter adventures, holiday events, local shopping, festive lights, scenic mountain drives, and cozy places to stay. From skiing and outdoor ice skating to exploring Midtown and relaxing by the fire, discover plenty of ways to make a holiday getaway in Ruidoso memorable.
Read MoreExperience winter in Ruidoso, New Mexico, with recommendations for a cozy recipe, a seasonal sleigh ride, a favorite local pizza spot, a scenic stroll, and a holiday movie filmed in Ruidoso to enjoy by the fire.
Read MoreEscape to Ruidoso's winter serenity in the Sierra Blanca mountains. Relax with peaceful strolls on snow-covered trails, breathe in crisp air, and enjoy a magical horse-drawn sleigh ride. Rejuvenate with spa treatments that soothe the spirit, and cozy up by the fire as night falls. Surrounded by stunning scenery and local charm, Ruidoso is the ideal mountain retreat for a tranquil winter getaway.
Read MoreLace up your skates! The seasonal outdoor ice rink at Wingfield Park is scheduled to return November 28, 2026, for the 2026–27 winter season. Find current season dates, hours, holiday schedules, admission, skate rentals, and visitor information.
Read MoreDuring the winter holiday season, there are sleigh rides through the historic upper canyon with Grindstone Stables. No snow is required to enjoy a crisp winter evening and the holiday decorations of Ruidoso's oldest neighborhood.
Read MoreWe’ve pulled together a list of some of Ruidoso’s favorite gift shops to help you find the perfect holiday gifts. Choose something special for yourself or someone you love. Discover friendly independent shops with unique jewelry, clothing, home decor, and skin care products, plus Southwestern turquoise, art, pottery, and New Mexico wine and spirits.
Read MoreRelax and recharge at Blue Lotus Day Spa & Yoga, a longtime Ruidoso wellness destination offering massage therapy, rejuvenating facials, yoga classes, spa packages, and personalized wellness treatments at its new location on Mechem Drive.
Read MorePlan your Ruidoso holiday getaway around festive parades, Christmas performances, sparkling light displays, family celebrations, and other seasonal events throughout the village.
Read MoreWhat a weekend in Ruidoso! Relive the 2026 XTERRA World Championship with race results, photos, highlights, and video—and look ahead to XTERRA’s return to the mountains September 17 -19, 2027 and again in 2028.
Read MorePlan a family winter getaway to Ruidoso with skiing and snowboarding, snow tubing, outdoor ice skating, sleigh rides, scenic mountain adventures, cozy lodging, local dining, shopping, and seasonal events for all ages.
Read MoreMeet the boutiques, galleries, outfitters, bookstores, wineries, and specialty shops that make shopping local in Ruidoso worth exploring.
Read MoreExperience XTERRA beyond race day in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Discover championship trails, mountain scenery, local dining, outdoor adventures, historic attractions, and unforgettable experiences throughout Lincoln County. Whether you’re competing, cheering from the sidelines, or planning a mountain getaway, DiscoverRuidoso is your guide to making the most of championship week.
Read MorePlan your Halloween weekend in Ruidoso with trick-or-treating, pumpkin activities, live entertainment, historic tours, family-friendly fun, and seasonal events throughout the area.
Read MoreExplore more than 30 miles of trails at Cedar Creek Recreation Area in Ruidoso, with opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, trail running, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing in Lincoln National Forest. Check current Forest Service alerts and trail conditions before visiting.
Read MoreLooking for Thanksgiving dinner in Ruidoso? Find confirmed 2026 dine-in meals, takeout feasts, holiday pies, and seasonal specials, with new options added as local restaurants announce their plans.
Read MoreStroll Ruidoso’s walkable Midtown district for boutiques, galleries, restaurants, tasting rooms, and plenty of reasons to linger.
Read MoreFind local art, jewelry, Western style, New Mexico flavors, mountain-inspired gifts, and memorable keepsakes from your Ruidoso getaway.
Read MoreExplore fine art, local studios, galleries, and creative spaces along the streets of Midtown Ruidoso.
Read MoreFly nonstop from Denver to Ruidoso and make New Mexico’s mountain village your home base for a southern New Mexico getaway. Enjoy Ruidoso’s outdoor adventures, dining, shopping and entertainment, then explore White Sands National Park, Roswell, Valley of Fires and other regional attractions before returning to the mountains.
Read MoreDiscover the best time to visit Ruidoso, New Mexico, based on what you want to experience. Explore Ruidoso by season, from winter skiing and spring mountain escapes to summer hiking, lakes and events, and fall foliage, scenic drives and festivals. Use our seasonal guides to plan a Ruidoso getaway that fits your interests and travel style.
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