Discover New Year’s Eve Events in Ruidoso, New Mexico
*This list is updated annually as information becomes available. Please call ahead to confirm.
Whether you’re looking to ring in the New Year with a romantic evening, a night out with friends, or a celebration the whole family can enjoy, Ruidoso has you covered.
Make it a weekend getaway and enjoy a gourmet dinner or head to the dance floor, then stay overnight at one of Ruidoso's resorts, hotels, condos and vacation rentals.
NYE - Rocking through the Ages
December 31, 2025 | 6:00 pm Join Inn of the Mountain Gods in counting down to 2026 with 50 years of hits, featuring cover bands playing your favorite music from the 1970s onward. Space is limited. Get your tickets today!
NYE at Win, Place, and Show Bar
Grab your friends, dress to impress in your cowboy chic attire (jackets suggested), and come celebrate New Year's Eve with Win, Place and Show! A cover charge includes a commemorative glass, a midnight toast and live music from 8:30 pm-1:30 am. Please call for reservations. 575-257-9982.
Noisy Water New Year's Dance Party
Ring in 2026 at Noisy Water Winery's New Year’s Eve celebration! Dance the night away as the midtown tasting room transforms into a lively dance floor. Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, and a sparkling wine toast at midnight. Must be 21+ to enter.
Event URL/Website: https://www.noisywaterwinery.com/
Celebrate the New Year all weekend long at Rio Grande Grill & Tap Room and a special New Year Weekend menu from Chef Weber! Phone: 575) 808-8456
New Year’s Eve Party at The Quarters. Nightclub and Grill. $10 cover charge. Drink Specials, Door Prizes, Live Music, and so much more! Call for information, (575) 257-9535
Bonito Valley Brewing Company in historic Lincoln is hosting a Frontier New Year's Eve Bash! There will be LIVE music, snacks, a warm fire, and much more. 6 pm-1 am. Call for information: 575-653-4810
Michael J’s Restaurant features a special New Year’s Eve menu. Reservations recommended. Call 575-257-9559.
New Year’s Eve Bash at Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside
Ring in 2026 with style, rhythm, and electrifying energy at Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside in Ruidoso, NM. On December 31, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM,
Located at 2704 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM, Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside sets the stage for a party like no other. Don’t miss this chance to belt out the lyrics, bounce to the beats, and toast to new beginnings with one of the best live bands New Mexico has to offer.
Website: https://www.downshift.beer/events
NYE Party at Billy the Kid Casino
Ring in 2026 at Billy the Kid Cantina! Join us on New Year's Eve, December 31, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 12:30 AM, for a night of music, dancing, and celebration.
Call 575-378-7383 to reserve your spot and make it a New Year’s Eve to remember!
New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Menu at Rainmakers
Ring in 2026 with Chef Mashon’s exclusive New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Menu! Indulge in the ultimate surf-and-turf experience designed to make your last night of 2025 unforgettable. When: December 31st. Reservations: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Savor a mouthwatering coursed menu paired with specialty package wine & spirits. Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration—reserve your table now! Call to Book: 575-336-8650.
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