Ruidoso Events Worth Traveling for in Fall

Autumn is a gorgeous time to visit Ruidoso. Start planning today with our Fall Trip Guide.

Ruidoso is greeting the season with old and new favorites this fall. From the AspenFest Parade and Festival, an annual Ruidoso fall favorite, to Midtown Trick-or-Treating, Thanksgiving Weekend, and the annual Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee, experience the spirit of Ruidoso by attending these fall events.

 
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Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll
Oct 29
Midtown Halloween Trick or Treat and Pumpkin Roll

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.

Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee at the Ruidoso Convention Center
Nov 14
Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee at the Ruidoso Convention Center

Embrace the season and join the Ruidoso Valley Greeters for a timeless and treasured tradition, the Christmas Jubilee, at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Admission is only $5.00 and active military members are free. Learn more at RuidosoChristmasJubilee.com

Thanksgiving Weekend in Ruidoso
Nov 27
Thanksgiving Weekend in Ruidoso

Thanksgiving in Ruidoso is ideal if you’re looking for the perfect mountain town getaway packed with the best of the outdoors, indoors, and everything in between.

Opening Weekend: Christmas at the Flying J Ranch (Seasonal, Select Dates Only)
Nov 28
Opening Weekend: Christmas at the Flying J Ranch (Seasonal, Select Dates Only)

Celebrate Christmas at the Flying J Ranch with special White Mountain Christmas winter performances from late November to the end of December 2025. BUY TICKETS!

Opening Weekend at Ski Apache (Conditions Permitting)
Nov 29
Opening Weekend at Ski Apache (Conditions Permitting)

Ski Apache is open for skiing, weather permitting. Please check the SkiApache.comwebsite for hours and ticket information. Tickets & Passes >>

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