August - 14th—5th Annual Butterfly Release White Mountain Meadows Pavilion, off Gavilan Canyon Rd.
11am - 1 pm. All butterflies are Monarchs and are $12. Butterflies will be distributed at 11 am. To ensure their safety, all unclaimed butterflies will be released by 12:15 pm. This fundraiser is to benefit the Ruidoso Home Care and Hospice Foundation, providing end of life care for Lincoln County Residents. More Info: Nancy Lee 575-258-0028
September - 4th & 5th—All-American Gun & Western Collectible Show Ruidoso Convention Center.
9-5. Admission $5 adults, kids 12 & under free. The All American Gun and Western Collectible Show is just what the name implies. 180 tables of everything that relates to guns as well as hunting equipment. knives, cowboy gear, saddles, blankets, spurs, western relics, Indian artifacts, jewelry, coins and much much more. More Info: 575-257-6171 Web: www.trekwest.com/gunshow/
September - 6th—All-American Futurity Ruidoso Downs .
Ruidoso Downs Racetrack presents the world’s richest Quarter Horse race - a $2 million purse! Racing begins at noon. More Info: Track, 575-378-4431 Web: www.raceruidoso.com
September - 11th—Run For the Beach Midtown Ruidoso.
Breast cancer Education, Awareness, Cure, & Hope. Run will be held in Midtown Ruidoso. Proceeds from the race are used to defray mammogram costs & expenses for the residents of Lincoln County. E-mail: fccfrankie@valornet.com
September - 15th-19th—40th Annual Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally Ruidoso Downs Sports Theater Complex, 3/4 miles east of the racetrack entrance .
More Info: 800-452-8045, 575-257-8696 Web: www.motorcyclerally.com
September - 25th—4th Annual Tour de Ruidoso White Mountain Sports Complex.
Beginning at 8 a.m. The Start/Finish Line for all events is the Recreation Area parking lot by the soccer field east of the Links at Sierra Blanca (access off Hull Rd.) Three events to choose from; Century Ride (100 miles), 100K (62 miles), and the Flat-20 Miler. This fundraiser is to benefit the Ruidoso Home Care and Hospice Foundation, providing end of life care for Lincoln County Residents. More Info: 575-258-0028 Web: www.active.com
September - 25th—Fall Photography Exhibit Hubbard Museum of the American West.
This exhibit closes December 12th. More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
October - 2nd & 3rd—Aspenfest Weekend Ruidoso Area.
Parade through midtown Sat. 10 a.m. from the corner of Sudderth & Mechem to 700 block of Sudderth. Arts & crafts at Schoolhouse Park on Sudderth Sat. 9-5:30, Sun. 9-5. 27th Annual New Mexico State Open Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, on Sunday the Ruidoso Chili Society Pod Chili Cook-Off,Championship BBQ coincides with the Chili Cook-Off this year, Rod Run Car Show, (Sat, 8-4, free admission). Both take place at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. More Info: Rick Thomas (Chili cookoff) 336-8399, Bonnie Richardson (Arts & Crafts) 378-4661, Ron Duscha (Car show) 915-598-0621,& Kathy (Parade) 575-257-7395 E-mail: kathy@ruidosonow.com Web: www.ruidosonow.com/aspenfest/
October - 8th, 9th, & 10th—21st Annual Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium Ruidoso Downs Racetrack .
Cowboy poets, musicians, chuckwagon cooks/craftsmen and Larry Gatlin and the Texas Playboys on Friday for the dance. Admission on Sunday is free! More Info: Sunny 378-4431 E-mail: info@cowboysymposium.org Web: www.cowboysymposium.org
October - 15th & 16th—Ruidoso Oktoberfest Convention Center.
5 pm - 11 pm on Friday and Noon til 11 pm on Saturday. Enjoy German music with live bands, food, beers, wine, arts/crafts, dancing, a special Kinderhall & lots of family fun. More Info: 575-257-6171 Web: www.trekwest.com/oktoberfest
October - 16th & 17th—High Rolls Apple Festival Community Center.
(East of the US 82 Tunnel, follow the signs and traffic control personnel.) Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 9-4. Local and other apples, and apple products, over 60 artists and crafts vendors. Food, drinks and activities. Admission and parking are free. Web: www.hrmplions.com
November - 1st—Fall Photography Exhibit Hubbard Museum of the American West.
This exhibit closes December 12th. More Info: 575-378-4142 Web: www.hubbardmuseum.org
November - 6th—Fall E-Waste Event IGA Lawrence Brothers Parking Lot.
This event provides people with the opportunity to properly dispose of electronic items, including computer hardware, printers, telephones, cell phones, radios & TV's, small appliances, and many other items. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. More Info: LCSWA 378-4697 Web: www.lcswa.org
November - 12th, 13th, & 14th— Annual Christmas Jubilee Convention Center.
Shop ‘til you drop and bring the kids for a visit with Santa. Hrs: Fri. Noon-6, Sat. 10-6 & Sun. 11-4 Admission only $1! And children under 12 Free. *FOL Opening Event. More Info: Bev Reynolds: 336-8206 or Linda McLaughlin: 575-336-7632 Web: www.christmasjubilee.net
November - 20th & 21st—The Western Frontier Mountain Gun Show Ruidoso Convention Center.
Presented by the Ruidoso Evening Lions Club. At the Ruidoso Convention Center. Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December - 2nd—Christmas in the Park Schoolhouse Park.
6 p.m. Join the Village of Ruidoso in their annual lighting of the Yule Log. Free admission. Santa and cookies will be there, of course. *FOL Event. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL
December - 4th—Parade of Lights Midtown Ruidoso.
Beautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights--Parade of Lights starts at 5:30 pm from the corner of Sudderth/Mechem, through Midtown, down to the Chamber of Commerce. More Info: 575-257-7395 E-mail: info@ruidosonow.com Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL
December - 6th—Annual Community Choir Christmas Concert Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts.
$5 per ticket. Joint concert with the ENMU Choir, 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Choirs, and Ruidoso High School Choir. Some Christmas music and a sing-a-long at the the end. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/fol
December - 18th—Ski Apache Torch Light Parade Ski Apache.
A native drum will begin playing at 5 p.m., and the Parade is at 6. Veteran skiers and their lighted torches will ski down the mountain. Assorted snacks and refreshments will be available. Free admission! Spectators are encouraged to be there by 5:45 More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.ruidosofol.org
December - 18th—The Nutcracker Spencer Theater.
2 & 7 pm. Tickets are $28. Starring more that 50 Ruidoso-area dancers ages 4 and up, the two-act ballet classic is under the artistic direction of Deborah Rogers, a former professional dancer with several Houston companies. RDE's Nutcracker features delightful choreography, lavish costumes and sweet scenery that never fails to impress. More Info: 1-888-818-7872 Web: www.spencertheater.com
December - 24th—Luminarias Historic Lincoln Lincoln.
Traditional lighting of luminarias along Hwy 380 at dusk. More Info: Sherry, 575-653-4680
December - 24th—Carrizozo Christmas Eve Celebration Carrizozo, NM Starts at dusk..
Luminarias, open-house at some businesses. More Info: Carrizozo Chamber 575-648-2732
December - 31st—New Years Eve Celebration Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino.
8:30pm - 12:30pm. Tickets are $100 5-4-3-2-1-HAPPY NEW YEAR! No plans for New Year's Eve yet? No problem, there's a party at Inn of the Mountain Gods that's sure to start 2010 off right! enjoy a wide array of appetizers and a sensational dinner. Dance the night away, leading up to the complimentary champagne toast at midnight. More Info: 1-877-277-4577 Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com
January - 29th—Ski Apache Disabled (Adaptive) Skier Silent Auction Inn of the Mountain Gods.
6-9 p.m. Free food, fun, thousands of items to bid on and a great cause! More Info: 464-3193 Web: www.skiapachedisabledskiersprogram.com/
February - 14th—Honoring Heroes with Heart, H.E.A.L. Annual Gala Mountain Annie's.
6:00 p.m. Help End Abuse for Life is celebrating individuals who have shown exceptional and unselfish caring for others. These people have been true examples of what it means to have a servant's heart in our community. By honoring ordinary people who perform extraordinary acts of kindness, philanthropy and significantly impact the lives of others in a positive way, we foster a community of Heroes with Heart. For an application, see their website. Web: www.helpendabuseforlife.org
February - —"Used Tire Amnesty Weekend" Lincoln County Businesses Schoolhouse Park.
8 am - 5 pm Friday & 8 am - Noon Saturday. They will be accepting car, light truck, SUV tires (with or without rims). The cost is free, but no large commercial tires please. More Info: 575-378-4697 or 257-5030 Web: www.lcswa.org
March - 18th, 19th, & 20th—Mountain Living Home & Garden Show Convention Center.
Over 200 experts & retailers demonstrate new products & ideas! . Prizes, seminars, food, and fun for the entire family. Adults $5, kids under 12 free. More Info: Trish, 575-653-4882 E-mail: trish@nmmtnliving.com Web: www.nmmtnliving.com
April - 2nd—Easter Egg Hunt Cedar Creek Campground.
10:30 am SHARP. Ages 1 - 10 years. Special Appearances by the Easter Bunny & Smokey Bear. Fire Engine Rides, Lots of Prizes, & Refreshments. sponsored by Ruidoso Parks & Recreation, Smokey Bear Ranger Station & the Ruidoso Fire Dpt. More Info: Parks and Rec. 257-5030
April - 22nd, 23rd, & 24th—4th Annual Kite Festival Corner of Hull and White Mountain, near Kidz Connection Park.
ENMU-Ruidoso and the Ruidoso Parks and Recreation Department say “GO FLY A KITE!” at the White Mountain Sports Complex on Hull @ Warrior Dr. Friday: 1-5 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm; Sunday: Noon-4 pm. A fun-filled event for the entire family. More Info: Beth at 575-257-3006. Web: www.RuidosoKiteFestival.com
April - 29th & 30th—Military Appreciation Weekend Sierra Blanca Regional Airport and Fort Stanton .
Holloman Air Force Base will be the lead Support with significant participation from Ft. Bliss, White Sands Missile Range, Canon Air Force Base, Kirtland Air Force Base, and NM National Guard. More Info: 575-336-2828 Web: www.ruidosomaw.org
May - —Annual Lincoln County "Walk in the Woods" The Links Golf Course Walking Trail, Ruidoso.
Health/Safety Fair, booths will be set up around the Links walking trail entering the trail off of Ovella Estes Way. Starts 9 a.m. and lasts until 1 p.m. With over 30 health and safety booths for all ages this FREE event is a great place to take your family. Many incentives and giveaways. More Info: Aimee Bennett 258-3252 ext. 6720 or 257-0491 Web: www.lincolnhealthcouncil.org
May - 6th & 7th—8th Annual Smokey Bear Days Capitan NM .
The event includes fire prevention and educational booths, free live music, a street dance, visits from Smokey Bear throughout the event and at the cutting of his birthday cake during the street dance. There is also a vendor’s
marketplace, fun and education for the kids, chainsaw carving contest, auction of Smokey Bear memorabilia and much more. Parade 10:00 am. More Info: 575-354-2748 Web: www.smokeybeardays.org
May - 14th—58th Annual Fiesta de Hondo Hondo (NM) School Gym.
Enchilada dinner from 4:00-6:00. Performance after in the school cafeteria. Adults $5/per plate, $3 per plate for children up to age 12. Dance performance begins at 6:00 p.m. General admission Adults & Students $7 More Info: Hondo School, 575-653-4411
May - —Spencer Theater Annual Benefit Golf Tournament Inn of the Mountain Gods Championship Golf Course.
12 pm Registration & Lunch. 1pm Shotgun Start - 18 Hole Scramble. $125 per Player. $250 to Sponsor a Hole.
$125 Sponsor a student to play golf
More Info: Janet Duarte 336-4800 or Tom Battin 336-0015 E-mail: janet@spencertheater.com Web: www.spencertheater.com
May - 19th, 21st, & 22nd—Aspencash Motorcycle Run & Trade Show Ruidoso Convention Center.
Big show and bigger poker run prizes. Meet your friends in beautiful Ruidoso. More Info: 1-800-452-8045, 575-257-8696 Web: www.motorcyclerally.com
May - 28th—Flying J Ranch Opens! North of Ruidoso.
The Flying J Ranch gate opens at 5:30 p.m., gunfight is at 6:50, dinner bell rings at 7:00 and the stage show begins at 7:50. More Info: Reservations & Info: 1-888-458-3595 or 575-336-4330
May - 28th & 29th—Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Gun & Collectible Show Convention Center.
Doors open at 9 a.m. each day, admission is $5 for adults & kids get in free when accompanied by an adult. Hours: Sat 9-6, Sun 9-4. Stuff for kids, jewelry, arts, western collectibles among other arts & crafts. More Info: Kitty 575-258-1345
June - 4th—Annual Mountain of Blues Festival Event Plaza 501 Wingfield S. of Midtown.
Great food, fun & the best live blues around! Advance tickets $20 at the The Quarters Bar & Grill in Midtown and $22 at the gate on Saturday. $15 advance tickets foractive military personnel $20 at the gate. More Info: Quarters, 575-257-9535, 866-207-4816 Web: www.ruidosoblues.com
June - —Relay for Life Ruidoso High School Track.
Starts 6 pm Friday. More Info: Jennifer: 937-1107 or Sashay: 973-2775 E-mail: angelkissesj2@yahoo.com or sashay@zianet.com Web: www.RelayForLife.org
July - —Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza Inn of the Mountain Gods.
The festivities begin at 5 pm and guests can snack on hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos and cold beverages on the patio while enjoying great live entertainment and other fun activities. The celebration continues into the night and concludes with southern New Mexico's largest firework display over Lake Mescalero. The event is free to attend and open to all ages. More Info: 575-464-7777 Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com
July - —Mescalero Apache Ceremonial & Rodeo Mescalero.
Pow-wow, Dance of the Maidens, rodeo (1:30 p.m. daily), traditional Apache dances and parade. More Info: Tribal Office, 575-464-4494
July - —56th Smokey Bear Stampede Capitan, NM.
The parade is 10 am on the Sat. the 3rd. The fireworks are on the 4th after the rodeo. Nightly dances a the fairgrounds 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Youth Ranch Rodeo Friday July 3rd at 1 p.m. Adult Ranch Rodeo July 3rd and 4th at 12:30 p.m.
More Info: Lincoln County Fairgrounds 575-354-2202 Web: www.villageofcapitan.com
July - —Carrizozo Fireworks Valle Del Sol, Carrizozo.
Fireworks will start after dark.
0 More Info: 575-648-2732
July - 5th & 6th—Cree Uprising Golf Tournament Cree Meadows Golf Course.
Two lady partnership starts at 9 a.m. each day. Prizes galore! Field limited to 120 players. More Info: Cree Pro Shop 575-257-2733 Web: www.playcreemeadows.com
July - 8th, 9th, & 10th—Art Loop Tour Lincoln County.
A driving tour featuring 30 or so fabulous artists in their studios through scenic Lincoln County. More Info: 1-877-377-6576 E-mail: info@artloop.org Web: www.artloop.org
July - 8th, 9th, & 10th—Christmas in July Bridge Tournament Convention Center.
Daily tournaments at 9 am, 1 pm, and 7 pm, Friday & Saturday. 10 am only Sunday. More Info: 575-257-1898 Web: www.ruidosobridge.com
July - 9th. —Humane Society "Furr Ball" Alto Lakes Country Club Pavilion.
6 p.m. E-mail: furrball@adoptNMpet.com
July - 16th—6th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair Ruidoso Federated Woman's Club.
Arts and Crafts Fair and Silent Auction, 116 S. Evergreen 9 am - 4 pm. Proceeds go to charity. More Info: Tammy Pritchard: 575-258-2842 or 257-2309
July - 22nd, 23rd, & 24th—40th Annual Ruidoso Art Fest. Convention Center.
Over 100 juried artists. Fri Noon-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m-6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m. More Info: 1-877-784-3676 E-mail: kathy@ruidosonow.com Web: www.ruidosonow.com/artfestival/
July - 29th, 30th, & 31st—Zia Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Casino.
Live racing from 1-5 pm. New Mexico-bred horses plus free parking and admission. Arts & Crafts Show from 11 am - 5 pm featuring all New Mexico made products. More Info: Racetrack 575-378-4431 Web: www.raceruidoso.com
July - —Ruidoso Chamber Music Festival Spencer Theater .
TBA More Info: 575-336-4800 or 1-888- 818-7872 Web: www.ruidoso.net/chambermusic or www.spencertheater.com
August - 5th, 6th, & 7th—Fort Stanton Live Fort Stanton, NM.
9 am til 4:30. Wild West Show with Civil War reenactments, Buffalo Soldiers, and Mountain Men. Vendors, food, and entertainment. Admission is $5 per person, children 16 years and younger are free. More Info: 575-354-0341 Web: www.fortstanton.com
August - 5th, 6th, & 7th—Pony Express Trail Ride Lincoln.
The Pony Express Trail Ride in Lincoln County commemorates the Pony Express, keeping the tradition alive by carrying the U.S. mail on horseback from White Oaks to Lincoln in three days. Buy a letter; join the ride; or just watch the Parade. Hosted by Lincoln County Sheriff's Posse. More Info: 575-354-8007
August - 5th, 6th, & 7th—Old Lincoln Days .
Street vendors, food, parade & mountain man camp. Activities happen throughout the day. Join us Friday and Saturday at 8:30pm and Sunday at 3:30pm for the “Last Escape of Billy the Kid” folk pageant. This re-enactment was first presented in 1940 and centers around the life of the legendary outlaw, Billy the Kid.
More Info: 575-653-4025 Web: www.billythekidpageant.org
November - —Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene.
Interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. You are encouraged to talk with the actors about the times they portray. Beginning at 6pm. 45 minutes presentation. Reservations recommend. *FOL event. More Info: 575-336-8032 Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL
December - —Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene.
Friday: 6-8 pm. Saturday: 2pm Matinee with Reservations Required. Sunday: 6-8pm. Reservations recommend. 45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray. *FOL event. More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL
