Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee at the Ruidoso Convention Center

The Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee will be better than ever in 2026!  We are so looking forward to hosting this event again. Embrace the season and join the Ruidoso Greeters for this timeless and treasured tradition. Over 75 local merchants and a food court and food trucks. ......More

The Ruidoso Christmas Jubilee will be better than ever in 2026!  We are so looking forward to hosting this event again. Embrace the season and join the Ruidoso Greeters for this timeless and treasured tradition. Over 75 local merchants and a food court and food trucks. There will be storytelling on Saturday and Sunday with music, dance, photos with Santa and much more. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping and enjoy this wonderful event. 

Ruidoso Convention Center 111 Sierra Blanca Drive Ruidoso, NM

A Christmas Affair at Ruidoso Convention Center

Come visit with Santa at A Christmas Affair at the Ruidoso Convention Center! We will have lots of great Christmas shopping, food and fun for the whole family! Hope to see you there!

Ruidoso Convention Center 111 Sierra Blanca Dr Ruidoso, NM

Ruidoso Turkey Trot 5K

Put on your running shoes for the 12th Annual 5K Ruidoso Turkey Trot, an annual fun Run/Walk on November 28th! The final race in the Ruidoso Run Series kicks off at 10am on the Links Trail. The firs 50 runners receive a free t-shirt and the first 70 finishers earn a par......More

Put on your running shoes for the 12th Annual 5K Ruidoso Turkey Trot, an annual fun Run/Walk on November 28th! The final race in the Ruidoso Run Series kicks off at 10am on the Links Trail. The firs 50 runners receive a free t-shirt and the first 70 finishers earn a participation medal. In-person registration begins at 8:30am at the White Mountain Recreation Complex.  

White Mountains Sports Complex 685 Hull Rd Ruidoso, NM

Aaron Palacios-Juan Gabriel Tribute

Experience the unforgettable music and passion of Juan Gabriel as Aaron Palacios brings his legendary hits to life in an incredible tribute performance. Sing along to timeless favorites and enjoy a night filled with energy, nostalgia, and spectacular live entertainme......More

Experience the unforgettable music and passion of Juan Gabriel as Aaron Palacios brings his legendary hits to life in an incredible tribute performance. Sing along to timeless favorites and enjoy a night filled with energy, nostalgia, and spectacular live entertainment. Join us on November 28 for a celebration of one of Latin music’s most beloved icons. La música de Juan Gabriel es parte de nuestra historia. Desde las calles de Ciudad Juárez hasta los hogares de El Paso, sus canciones han acompañado generaciones enteras en momentos de amor, celebración y recuerdo. Este 28 de noviembre, revive la emoción de escuchar los grandes éxitos del Divo de Juárez en un espectacular homenaje protagonizado por Aaron Palacios. Canta, siente y déjate llevar por una noche llena de nostalgia, energía y música que sigue uniendo a nuestra comunidad fronteriza. Acompáñanos en Inn of the Mountain Gods para celebrar el legado de uno de los artistas más queridos e influyentes de la música latina.

Inn of the Mountain Gods 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero, NM

2026 Festival of Lights Parade

Beautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights Parade brings friends and family together for an evening of twinkling lights and togetherness in the winter wonderland of Ruidoso.  This year's theme is TBD.  

Throughout Midtown Ruidoso, beginning at Mechem and Sudderth and continuing to the Pizza Hut.