Join Noisy Water Winery for SIP & WAX on Sunday, August 24 at 11AM—a hands-on candle-making class paired with a wine flight or glass of your favorite local vino. Tickets are $45 and include all materials, professional instruction, and access to 140+ scent options. A perfect sensory escape for friends, couples, and creatives. Reserve your spot at enchantedwik.com

Explore Fort Stanton Historic Site and Snowy River Cave NCA on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM – Noon. Enjoy a scenic 2.5 to 3-mile hike with stunning mountain views and rich historical insights. Easy level, limited to 8 people (no dogs). Free, with a $7 museum fee. Register by June 25 at www.riograndesierraclub.org/calendar.

Bring your A-game to a lively evening of fun, challenging, and quirky questions at The Cellar Uncorked! Each month, trivia buffs are invited to test their knowledge, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. It’s free to play and open to ages 21 and up. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your smarts and enjoy a great night out!

Calling all beer nerds! Join us at Downshift Brewing Company's Hidden Tap location every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, at 6 PM for Are You Smarter than a Beertender - Trivia Night! Show up at 6 PM, the fun will begin at 6:30. Teams of up to 4 people are encouraged to participate.

Bring your A-game to a lively evening of fun, challenging, and quirky questions at The Cellar Uncorked! Each month, trivia buffs are invited to test their knowledge, with prizes awarded to the top three teams. It’s free to play and open to ages 21 and up. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your smarts and enjoy a great night out!

Gather your realm and join Downshift Brewing Company’s Hidden Tap on May 16 from 6–8 PM for Game of Thrones Trivia Night! Compete in teams of up to four, enjoy themed drink specials, and battle for prizes. Fire up your memory of Westeros and prepare for a night of fun, fandom, and fierce trivia showdowns.

Join Lost Hiker Brewing Company for trivia at their Midtown Taproom on National Chocolate Chip Day! They're honoring Ruth Wakefield’s 1937 invention of the chocolate chip cookie with brain-teasing fun. Trivia starts at 6:30 PM in midtown. Bring your team, your snacks, and your smarts—outside food and cookies welcome. Don’t miss this sweet celebration!

Don't miss this chance to witness the ethereal beauty of White Sands National Park under the captivating glow of the moon during your Ruidoso vacation! Secure your tickets early and be part of an unforgettable nocturnal adventure.

Celebrate Mom with a little luck and a lot of fun at Billy the Kid Casino! From 2:00 to 8:00 PM on Mother’s Day, one lucky winner will be drawn every 30 minutes for the chance to Spin & Win up to $500 in Free Slot Play. It’s a thrilling way to show Mom she’s a winner in more ways than one!

Celebrate Mother’s Day in timeless style at the season opening of The Tea Room at Swallow Hill in Glencoe. Just minutes from Ruidoso, this elegant tea experience is perfect for pampering Mom with delicious treats and refined charm. Call (575) 808-9869 or visit thetearoomatswallowhill.com to reserve your table.

Treat mom to a tea-rific day at Artful Tea Time with a Brush of Elegance! Paint a masterpiece with Bridge to Art while enjoying teas, sweets, and savory bites. The elegant menu features finger sandwiches, scones, macarons, petit fours & more. Tickets are $40—join this deliciously creative par-tea! BUY TICKETS »

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Partner Yoga at Blue Lotus Spa! Join Gillian on Saturday, May 10, 2025, for a fun, all-levels class designed for pairs—bring a friend, partner, or child (8+). Enjoy connection, movement, and joy in this memorable experience. Register at www.ruidosodayspa.com/yoga-pilates or call 575-257-4325.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 10, 2025, as Noisy Water Winery proudly unveils their newest release—the 2024 Viognier! From 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, both of Ruidoso tasting rooms at 2331 and 2332 Sudderth Drive will be pouring complimentary tastes of this exciting new dry white wine.

Catch Mike Speenberg live at Jack’s Patina Lounge, featuring Texas comedy favorite Daryl Felsberg! Don’t miss this night of sharp humor, epic stories, and non-stop laughs from two nationally touring comics. Buy Tickets >>

Enjoy a journey through the history of Doo Wop with The Doo Wop Project on Friday, May 9, at 7 pm at the Spencer Theater. Relive the classic sounds of Frankie Valli, The Drifters, and more, with harmonies from the street corner to modern hits. Enjoy a green chile chicken enchiladas buffet or a Founders Room dinner featuring redfish romesco at 5 pm. Buy Tickets >>

Enjoy a relaxing Sunday evening with singer-songwriter duo Burt Ferguson and Tim Thompson, live at Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside in Ruidoso on May 4, 2025, from 6–9 PM. Hailing from Truth or Consequences, NM, their acoustic set blends warm harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. Great music, good beer, and riverside vibes await!

Celebrate 3 de Mayo at The Patina Lounge with DJ CORI spinning the best Cumbia and Norteño hits all night long! Enjoy classic jams, fresh tracks, nonstop dancing, drink specials, great food, and unbeatable fiesta vibes. Bring your crew and boots—let’s party! Get tickets »

Catch singer-songwriter Kevin Gruen live at Downshift Brewing Company – Hidden Tap in Ruidoso on May 3, 2025, from 6–9 PM. Known for his one-man-band shows and genre-blending style of funk, soul, rock, blues, and country, Gruen delivers high-energy performances that captivate. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music, craft beer, and good vibes!

Join the All-American Comeback BBQ at Ruidoso Downs Race Track Event Center on May 3, 2025, for a full day of BBQ, bourbon, and live music! Featuring 30 KCBS BBQ teams competing for $25,000, performances by Brian Mars, Erick Willis, and Pat Green, bourbon tastings, shopping, and a Kentucky Derby viewing, this is a can’t-miss event! Tickets: $34.05 - $134.44. Pat Green live at 7 PM! BUY TICKETS »

Fort Stanton Historic Site hosts Park Day on May 3, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., inviting volunteers to help clean and maintain trails across this historic site. In celebration of its 170th anniversary, the event honors Fort Stanton’s multifaceted past as a military post, hospital, and WWII internment center. Volunteers should bring water and wear sun-safe clothing and sturdy shoes. Learn More »

Enjoy a night of live music with Jim Dixon at Downshift Brewing Co. – Riverside on Friday, May 2, from 6–9 PM. With a career spanning 40+ years, Jim’s rich vocals and heartfelt lyrics reflect a life devoted to music. Grab a drink, settle in, and experience the soulful sound of a seasoned artist in the heart of Ruidoso.

Explore the creativity of emerging artists at the ENMU Student Art Show from May 2- 9, 2025, at 709 Mechem Dr, Ruidoso. Opening night is Friday, May 2, from 4:00–7:00 PM, featuring a variety of student artwork in diverse styles and mediums. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments. Free admission. Discover fresh talent and artistic inspiration in the heart of Ruidoso!

Join Downshift Brewing Company for a night of live music featuring local Ruidoso musicians! Tyler Jones's high-energy mix of mountain country, punk, blues, and Irish music, combined with Moksi's blend of soul, folk, blues, and jazz, creates a unique musical experience!

Join Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside for an unforgettable evening of live music as Moksi takes the stage on Saturday, April 26. From 6:00 to 9:00 PM, enjoy the rich blend of soul, folk, blues, and jazz that defines Moksi’s unique sound. Set against the cozy backdrop of Riverside’s vibrant brewery atmosphere, this is the perfect way to kick back and soak up the rhythm in the heart of Ruidoso.

Don’t miss Jaded Ravins live at Downshift Brewing Company – Hidden Tap on April 26 from 6–9 PM. This soulful Americana duo, featuring Kelly Ravin and Halle Jade, delivers powerful vocals, rich harmonies, and heartfelt originals. Often called a modern-day Johnny and June, their dynamic energy creates an unforgettable musical experience.

Join Choose Your Own Self-Care Adventure at Blue Lotus Day Spa in Ruidoso on April 26! Enjoy yoga, sound healing, massage, aromatherapy & more. A full-day workshop with lunch is $200, or you can choose à la carte services at 10% off. Special discounts on treatments & yoga packages too! Book now: www.ruidosodayspa.com/workshops-events.