Calling all beer nerds! Join 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, and the fun will begin at 6:30. Teams of up to 4 people are encouraged to participate.

Chris Baker is back at Downshift Brewing Company's Hidden Tap on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 6-9 PM. Bring the family and enjoy craft beer & live music! This Las Cruces native is a singer-songwriter of the best variety. With covers and originals enhanced by his signature loops, his shows are always a can't miss!

Calling all beer nerds! Join 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, and the fun will begin at 6:30. Teams of up to 4 people are encouraged to participate.

Experience an electrifying night with Dave Hamilton's Electric Rock Cello Show at Downshift Brewing Company - Riverside on January 3, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Dave brings a dynamic mix of classic rock anthems and contemporary hits, all delivered through his unique cello performances. Don’t miss this high-energy show that’s guaranteed to get you moving!

Enjoy an evening of acoustic Americana with Hunter Wainscott at Downshift Brewing – Riverside on Dec. 17. After more than 1,200 shows across the U.S., Hunter brings his raw, heartfelt blend of folk, rock, and country to Ruidoso for a one-night performance from 6–8 PM.

Calling all beer nerds! Join 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, and the fun will begin at 6:30. Teams of up to 4 people are encouraged to participate.

Explore the creativity of emerging artists at the ENMU Student Art Show from Dec. 5-13, 2025, at 709 Mechem Dr, Ruidoso. Opening night is Friday, Dec. 5, 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!

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Discover the heart of Ruidoso at Midtown Market, Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM, June–October at Country Club Park. Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and regional wines. Enjoy live music, community vibes, and seasonal events in a vibrant setting. A must-visit for locals and visitors alike!

Discover the heart of Ruidoso at Midtown Market, Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM, June–October at Country Club Park. Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and regional wines. Enjoy live music, community vibes, and seasonal events in a vibrant setting. A must-visit for locals and visitors alike!

Discover the heart of Ruidoso at Midtown Market, Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM, June–October at Country Club Park. Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and regional wines. Enjoy live music, community vibes, and seasonal events in a vibrant setting. A must-visit for locals and visitors alike!

Join Downshift Brewing Company Riverside on September 5th at 6 PM for Old Time Radio live!

Join the RAINMAKERS Golf Tournament on Thurs, Sept 4 at Rainmakers Golf Course in Alto, NM! $135 includes breakfast, lunch, cart & green fees. 7 AM registration, 8 AM shotgun start. Play for prizes while supporting Spencer Theater operations & programming. Sponsorships: $275 Hole, $1,000 Presenting. Beautiful course, great cause—sign up now!

Join the Bellamy Brothers with Hooks & the Huckleberries for a special AARD Foundation Benefit at Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque on Sunday, August 31. This all-ages concert supports Ruidoso flood relief, with proceeds benefiting the Lincoln County Community Fund. Doors open at 5PM, show starts at 6PM. Tickets: $33.17–$130.75. Don’t miss this night of music and meaning!

Get ready to rock at Downshift Brewing Company—Riverside, where Doso Dirtbags Live at 5:00 PM. Their unique blend of mountain country, punk, blues, and Irish music guarantees an unforgettable experience.

Don’t miss summer’s grand finale at Inn of the Mountain Gods! Bring your whole family in for their End of Summer Bash. Get a $10 wristband and let your kids go crazy on jumping balloons. Plus, enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and fun games before our spectacular fireworks extravaganza. Don’t miss out!

Don’t miss Keith Burnstein live at Downshift Brewing Co.’s Hidden Tap on Aug. 30, 6–9 PM! The acclaimed singer-songwriter, pianist, and film composer brings a fresh American songbook blending jazz, folk, and modern influences for an intimate, unforgettable night of music.

Reckless Kelly hits the stage at Jack’s Backstage in Ruidoso on Friday, August 30, with special guest Brian Mars. Doors at 6PM, show at 7PM. All proceeds support Heal the Hill Corp, funding flood mitigation, erosion control, and restoration efforts in Ruidoso. Great music for a great cause—don’t miss this night of purpose and performance! Tickets: holdmyticket.com/tickets/444542

Discover the heart of Ruidoso at Midtown Market, Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM, June–October at Country Club Park. Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and regional wines. Enjoy live music, community vibes, and seasonal events in a vibrant setting. A must-visit for locals and visitors alike!

Don't miss Bo Depeña live at Wingfield Park on August 29, 2025, from 6-8 PM. Enjoy this free outdoor concert as part of the "Under a Mountain Sky" Summer Outdoor Music Series presented by the Village of Ruidoso. Bring your loved ones and soak in the music under the stars!

Join Spencer Theater on Thursday, August 28 at 7 PM for the 2025 Flood Benefit Concert featuring Grammy-nominated Jamie O’Neal, Dove Award winner Ty Herndon, and hometown artist Tawnya Reynolds. Enjoy a green chile chicken lasagna buffet at 5 PM. All proceeds support Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs flood relief via the Community Foundation of Lincoln County.

Celebrate Cherry Turnover Day with a trivia twist at Lost Hiker Brewing! These once-savory pies have a sweet (and sneaky) history—now it’s your turn to take over as trivia champs. Game starts at 6:30 PM on August 28, so come early to claim a cherry spot. Enjoy $10 growler fills all night and BYO snacks or dinner to fuel your team’s victory!

Don’t miss the Stevie Nicks Illusion tribute concert on August 23 at 6 PM at Inn of the Mountain Gods. Enjoy a powerful, pitch-perfect performance celebrating the music of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac in a stunning mountain setting. A must for classic rock fans—get your tickets now!

The town of White Oaks celebrates its Wild West past with a parade at 10 AM, a play at the schoolhouse, gold panning, a chuckwagon demonstration, food, and vendors. Music from noon to 4:00 pm at the No Scum Allowed Saloon, then again from 6:00- 11:00 pm.

Experience history at Fort Stanton's annual event on August 23, featuring Civil War and Indian War re-enactors, demonstrations, live music, and vendors. Enjoy performances by Mescalero Apache dancers and Indian tacos and explore new exhibits in the Nurse's Quarters. Kids can enjoy themed activities, and a blood drive honors the nurses who served. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Free entry is available for qualifying groups. Buy Tickets >>