Aspenfest Parade
Date: Cancelled for 2020
When: 10:00 AM
Where: Parade begins at the top of Sudderth & Mechem and finishes in front of Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Info: 575-257-7395
Theme: TBD
Parade Marshal: TBD
Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso with a weekend of cool cars, hot chili, and a festive parade!
AspenFest, Ruidoso’s annual fall celebration, the first weekend in October, allows residents and visitors alike to participate in the celebration of our caring community, the cool crispness of the coming fall and the beauty that is Ruidoso. AspenFest weekend is kicked off every year with a parade Saturday at 10 a.m. through Midtown Ruidoso. “Everybody loves a parade and mixing with chili, cars and crafts is a home run. The fall is a time for tradition and friends and our mountain is the perfect spot.”
More Info:
Paul Mulkey: (Chili Cookoff) 575-390-6184
Ron Duscha (Car Show) 915-598-0621
Deborah Douds (Parade and Craft Beer and Wine Festival) 575-257-7395
Email: membership@ruidosonow.com
2020 NM State Open Chili Championship
Date: Cancelled
Where: Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino
What: Chili Cook-off! Tasting cups available for donation benefiting the Ruidoso Noon Lion’s Club.
Info: For Info Call Brandy Reid, 575-390-4835

2019 Aspenfest Sponsors – Thank you to our Sponsors for sponsoring the Aspenfest Parade!


Run to the Inn of the Mountain Gods Car Show
Date: Cancelled for 2020
When: 8 AM to 4 PM
Where: Inn of the Mountain Gods
What: Hot rods and classic cars on display
Admission: FREE
Info: 915-598-0621