Celebrate the finale of the 2026 Ruidoso Public Library Summer Music Series with a free outdoor performance by Cactus Sol. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy one last evening of live music behind the library. Weather permitting.
Build and fly your own kite, food & drinks, and kite demonstrations at the White Mountain Sports Complex. Spend the weekend with family and friends. See the kites fly, see them swirl, and see them do acrobatics in the sky. A perfect way to kick off fall with outdoor fun in a park setting. FREE to attend! Fun for all ages.
Celebrate pets of every kind at the Humane Society of Lincoln County Pet Expo on September 19. Enjoy vendors, pet products, animal wellness resources, and opportunities to connect with local pet care professionals while supporting the Humane Society. It’s a fun, family-friendly event for pet lovers and their four-legged companions.
Celebrate fall at Enchanted Vine’s Pumpkin Patch in Alto, featuring pumpkins, festive photo opportunities, seasonal drinks, and crisp mountain air throughout October.
Celebrate fall at Enchanted Vine’s Pumpkin Patch in Alto, featuring pumpkins, festive photo opportunities, seasonal drinks, and crisp mountain air throughout October.
Celebrate fall at Enchanted Vine’s Pumpkin Patch in Alto, featuring pumpkins, festive photo opportunities, seasonal drinks, and crisp mountain air throughout October.
Celebrate fall at Enchanted Vine’s Pumpkin Patch in Alto, featuring pumpkins, festive photo opportunities, seasonal drinks, and crisp mountain air throughout October.
Bring the kids to Midtown for safe Trick-or-Treating and fun Halloween events. There will be fun for the whole family with candy and a costume contest for children 17 and younger. Plus, pumpkin carving, pumpkin roll, coffin race, candy, and much more. See you there! Join the fun in Midtown Ruidoso for the annual Trick-or-Treat celebration from 3–6:30 PM along Sudderth Drive—closed to traffic for a safe, family-friendly Halloween experience.
Celebrate fall at Enchanted Vine’s Pumpkin Patch in Alto, featuring pumpkins, festive photo opportunities, seasonal drinks, and crisp mountain air throughout October.
Join the fun at Ruidoso’s 11th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on November 28, 2026! The final race in the Ruidoso Run Series kicks off at 10 a.m. on the Links Trail. The first 50 runners receive a free T-shirt and the first 70 finishers earn a participation medal. In-person registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the White Mountain Recreation Complex.
Build, create, experiment, and play at Building Ruidoso: A Mountain Maker Family Day on Saturday, August 29, at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. This free family event features hands-on maker stations inspired by Ruidoso’s history, including water wheels, logging challenges, engineering projects, science experiments, and creative building activities for all ages.
Looking for a family-friendly activity in Ruidoso? Meet local author Dr. Terence Rousseau at the Ruidoso Public Library for a live reading of Jenna Finds a Dog. Enjoy an interactive book talk, author Q&A, trivia, and activities in this free community event. Recommended for ages 8+, with all ages welcome.
Prepare for the new school year at the free Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wingfield Park. Families can enjoy free school supplies for eligible local students, free haircuts, hot dogs, live music by Susan Kolb, games, and community resources in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Join the afternoon session of Chess Wizards Camp at the Ruidoso Public Library July 13–17. Open to Kindergarten through 8th Grade students, this interactive camp teaches chess strategy, tournament play, teamwork, and creative game variations in a fun and welcoming setting. Online registration begins June 1 »
Chess Wizards Camp returns to the Ruidoso Public Library July 13–17 with a half-day morning session for students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Campers will learn chess strategy, teamwork, tournament play, and creative variations while enjoying fun activities in a welcoming environment. Online registration begins June 1 »
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the All American Tailgate on July 3 at White Mountain Sports Complex. Enjoy live music from Doso Dirtbags and Parker Ryan, family games, disc golf, and a spectacular drone light show. Bring your own gas grill and favorite cookout foods for an evening of community fun, patriotism, and summer entertainment.
Watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 24 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 24 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 24 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch The Angry Birds Movie during the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 17. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch The Angry Birds Movie during the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 17. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch The Angry Birds Movie during the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 17. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Visiting Ruidoso this summer? Ruidoso Parks and Recreation’s Youth Summer Wilderness Camp invites kids ages 7–12 to explore hiking, fishing, wildlife, swimming, and more in the cool mountain air. Held June 8–12 and June 15–19, 2026. $65 per week. Space is limited to 25 campers. Registration opens March 1. For more details, call (575) 257-5030. Sign up at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
Lincoln County Community Theatre presents Fantastic Mr. Fox through its KidsPlay Children’s Theater Workshop on June 13, 2026, at the Ruidoso Schools Performing Arts Center. Featuring local youth performers ages 6–12, this family-friendly production includes performances at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Admission is by donation.
Discover fresh, local foods and handmade crafts at the Midtown Market, where artists, bakers, wineries, and more converge on Saturdays to provide locally made products in Midtown at Country Club Park, located at 100 Country Club Drive. June 13, 2026, to October 3, 2026. See you there!
Watch A Minecraft Movie at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 10 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch A Minecraft Movie at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 10 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch A Minecraft Movie at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 10 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Visiting Ruidoso this summer? Ruidoso Parks and Recreation’s Youth Summer Wilderness Camp invites kids ages 7–12 to explore hiking, fishing, wildlife, swimming, and more in the cool mountain air. Held June 8–12 and June 15–19, 2026. $65 per week. Space is limited to 25 campers. Registration opens March 1. For more details, call (575) 257-5030. Sign up at https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog
Enjoy Fort Fun Day at Fort Stanton Historic Site on June 7, 2026, with ranger-guided tours, weaving and spinning demonstrations, flag ceremonies, and family-friendly activities throughout the day. Explore one of southern New Mexico’s historic landmarks during this special community event in Lincoln County.
Watch TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 3 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 3 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Watch TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on June 3 as part of the Free Summer Kids Series. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Enjoy The LEGO Movie as part of the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on Wednesday, May 27. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Enjoy The LEGO Movie as part of the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on Wednesday, May 27. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Enjoy The LEGO Movie as part of the Free Summer Kids Series at Sierra Cinema in Ruidoso on Wednesday, May 27. Showtimes are 9 AM, 11:20 AM, and 1:40 PM. Admission is free for all ages, with seating first come, first served and limited to theatre capacity.
Kick off summer in Ruidoso over Memorial Day Weekend with the opening of the Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake and the Ruidoso Municipal Pool. Enjoy floating inflatable fun, classic pool swimming, and family-friendly recreation. Wibit opens 10 AM–6 PM; Pool opens 11 AM–4:30 PM. Fees apply.
Step into a world of knights, music, and merriment at the Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire, May 15–17, 2026, at Wingfield Park in Ruidoso. Enjoy live entertainment, a lively medieval marketplace, period-inspired food, and family-friendly activities. Costumes welcome—come for a few hours or stay the day and savor the magic of the Renaissance. Information and tickets at https://www.lincolnforestrenfair.com
Celebrate the 5th Annual Día Celebration—Children’s Day/Book Day on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 AM–3 PM at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Hosted by the Ruidoso Public Library, this free family event features kids’ activities, free books, entertainment, and community resources. All are welcome!
Circus Classic comes to Wingfield Park May 5–6 with two evenings of traditional circus entertainment. Enjoy acrobatics, family-friendly performances, and pre-show activities including a petting zoo, face painting, and bounce house fun. Shows begin at 7 PM.
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