Where To See Holiday Lights In Ruidoso
As winter kicks off in Ruidoso, the village fills with holiday lights after dark: from the holiday displays in Midtown and Upper Canyon to the festive glow at Wingfield Park from the Festival of Lights Parade and After Party.
Pile everyone into the car and experience the Ruidoso Christmas Light Driving Tour to see some of the best, brightest, and most beautiful holiday light shows put on by Ruidoso area residents. Download the Ruidoso mobile app for iOS and Android today and help choose the winners of the Best Ruidoso Holiday Lights Displays challenge. Don't miss the fun!
Take a drive through the twinkling Upper Canyon right before your dinner reservation, after you've seen a show at Spencer Theater while having a warm late-night drink, or after you've perused the Ruidoso galleries and shops. Meanwhile, just outside of town, the towering lobby Christmas tree at the Inn Of The Mountain Gods Resort & Casino is an annual selfie favorite.
Don’t miss these upcoming holiday events:
Celebrate the season at Enchanted Vine’s Holiday Market, Dec. 19–21 from 11 AM–5 PM. Enjoy local vendors, mulled wine, hot chocolate, live music, festive bites, and plenty of cozy holiday charm. A perfect place to sip, shop, and find heartfelt gifts.
Join the Doso Dirtbags for A Very Dirtbag Christmas at Downshift Brewing Co.’s Hidden Tap. This one-night-only holiday show delivers high-energy mountain-punk fun and Ruidoso spirit in full force. Come raise a glass, celebrate the season, and enjoy a festive night you won’t want to miss.
STARRING THE RUIDOSO ACADEMY OF BALLET AND DANCE. A cast of 70 outstanding dancers will transform Tchaikovsky's world-famous musical score into a brilliant visual dreamscape with spectacular sets & costumes that bring battling mice, toy soldiers & dazzling Snowflake Fairies to life! This opulent coming-of-age journey is a timeless Christmas gift for the entire family! Saturday, December 20 at 2 pm & 7 pm; Sunday, December, 21 at 2 pm. • $42 BUY TICKETS
STARRING THE RUIDOSO ACADEMY OF BALLET AND DANCE. A cast of 70 outstanding dancers will transform Tchaikovsky's world-famous musical score into a brilliant visual dreamscape with spectacular sets & costumes that bring battling mice, toy soldiers & dazzling Snowflake Fairies to life! This opulent coming-of-age journey is a timeless Christmas gift for the entire family! Saturday, December 20 at 2 pm & 7 pm; Sunday, December, 21 at 2 pm. • $42 BUY TICKETS
Experience a dark holiday twist as Krampus screens at Monster House Dispensary & Lounge on December 23. When a family loses its Christmas spirit, a terrifying festive legend comes to life. Movie starts at 7 pm. Ages 21+ (18+ with medical card). IDs required.
Celebrate Christmas Eve at the Lincoln Historic Site, where luminarias brighten the historic village with warm, flickering light. A peaceful, tradition-rich holiday experience in one of New Mexico’s most beautiful historic settings.
Celebrate Christmas Eve with A Very Dirtbag Christmas at Downshift Brewing Co.—Riverside on Dec 24, 6–9 PM. The Doso Dirtbags deliver a high-energy holiday show packed with great music and festive spirit.
Celebrate Christmas at the Flying J Ranch with special White Mountain Christmas winter performances from late November to the end of December 2025. BOOK NOW for select dates.
Celebrate Christmas night at Lost Hiker Brewing’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Trivia! Wear your best (or worst) sweater, bring snacks to share, and enjoy a fun, festive evening of trivia, laughter, and prizes. All ages welcome. Dec. 25, 6:30–8 PM.
STARRING THE RUIDOSO ACADEMY OF BALLET AND DANCE. A cast of 70 outstanding dancers will transform Tchaikovsky's world-famous musical score into a brilliant visual dreamscape with spectacular sets & costumes that bring battling mice, toy soldiers & dazzling Snowflake Fairies to life! This opulent coming-of-age journey is a timeless Christmas gift for the entire family! Saturday, December 20 at 2 pm & 7 pm; Sunday, December, 21 at 2 pm. • $42 BUY TICKETS