Spend your afternoon enjoying live music in Ruidoso at Win Place & Show Bar! Sit back on the outdoor patio, soak in the fresh mountain air, and sip your favorite drink while enjoying the music. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make the most of your afternoon with great music and good company—see you at Win Place & Show!

On October 10, 2025, Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside presents Texas guitarist Dave Millsap at 5 PM, followed by Lubbock-based country band Gage & The Live Rounds at 7:30 PM. Enjoy an evening of Grammy-nominated talent, original country music, and craft brews from 5–10 PM in Ruidoso.

Calling all beer nerds! Join the fun at Downshift Brewing Company's Hidden Tap location on Friday, October 10, at 6 PM for "Are You Smarter Than a Beertender?" - Trivia Night! Gather your friends and form teams of up to 4 people for a fun-filled evening. Show up at 6 PM, and the trivia fun will begin at 6:30. Test your knowledge and see if you can outsmart our beertenders!

Step into the shadows of Historic Lincoln at Lincoln After Dark on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. From 5–9 PM, the ghosts of the Old West return with immersive performances, chilling tales, and spirits of the Lincoln County War. Experience history after dark in one of New Mexico’s most legendary towns. Buy Tickets »

Get ready to laugh with Alan Saldaña in Lo Que Callamos los Hombres—his all-new comedy show hitting Ruidoso on October 11! Taking place at Just Patina Lounge, this night of humor and sharp observations promises nonstop fun. Tickets available now at holdmyticket.com or call (915) 831-9693. Don’t miss it!

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Celebrate the Wingfield House Heritage Museum's one-year anniversary on Thu, Oct 16! Stop by the 2–4 PM Open House with giveaways, activities, and curator-led tours. Then enjoy Business After Hours, 5–7 PM, with light hors d’oeuvres from the Jockey Club, drinks from Downshift Brewing, and live music by the Doso Dirtbags.

Test your knowledge at Thirstday Night Trivia at Lost Hiker Brewing in Ruidoso! Join the fun from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midtown Taproom. Bring a team or join one on the spot for a lively battle of wits. Enjoy $10 growler fills of local brews and bring your own food to snack on. Trivia runs every Thursday—don’t miss out!

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music in Ruidoso at Win Place & Show Bar! Sit back on the outdoor patio, soak in the fresh mountain air, and sip your favorite drink while enjoying the music. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make the most of your afternoon with great music and good company—see you at Win Place & Show!

On October 17, 2025, Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside hosts an evening of live music featuring Grammy-nominated Texas guitarist Dave Millsap at 5 PM and genre-bending one-man act SPiVEY at 7:30 PM. Expect soulful guitar, craft brews, and a lush, boundary-breaking soundscape from 5–10 PM in Ruidoso.

Join the Lincoln County Bird Club for a half-day birding trip through the Ruidoso and Hondo Valleys. Meet at Beall’s parking lot, Hwy 70 in Ruidoso, 7:30 AM; depart 8 AM. Stops include Lincoln and Capitan wetlands. Bring binoculars, snacks, water, and layers. Guests welcome! Info: LCBCinfo96@gmail.com / 575-686-8726.

Empower your wellness at the 2025 Health Fair, October 18 at Inn of the Mountain Gods. Enjoy free screenings, flu shots, equine therapy, and more, plus the “Walking for Empowerment” health walk at 9 a.m. with registration at 8:30 a.m. Family-friendly fun includes youth activities, exercise sessions, and door prizes. Learn more >>

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music in Ruidoso at Win Place & Show Bar! Sit back on the outdoor patio, soak in the fresh mountain air, and sip your favorite drink while enjoying the music. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make the most of your afternoon with great music and good company—see you at Win Place & Show!

Raised in the Ozark Mountains, these award-winning kinfolks have created a trademark sound where classical meets bluegrass and city streets intersect with country roads. Southern Raised showcases the beauty and purity of four impeccable voices and four classic instruments. Buy Tickets

Looking for a feel-good way to spend an afternoon in Ruidoso? Join the Toss No Mas Cleanup on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, 1–4 p.m. at Wingfield Park. Lend a hand, meet locals, and enjoy the fresh mountain air while helping keep the village beautiful. Volunteers get free food, prize giveaways, and all supplies provided—just bring your smile! Registration starts at 12:30 p.m.

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Catch powerhouse duo SIRSY live at Downshift Brewing Co.’s Riverside on October 19 from 6–9 PM. Known for their soulful rock, witty banter, and a sound bigger than two musicians should make, SIRSY has toured nationally, appeared on Shameless and MTV, and opened for acts like Brandi Carlile and Maroon 5. An unforgettable night of music in Ruidoso.

Join Noisy Water Winery for a Spooky Charcuterie Building Class! Craft a festive board of Halloween flavors to enjoy on-site or take home to share. Come dressed in your spookiest, silliest, or most creative costume—the winner takes home a bottle of wine! Details: https://noisywaterwinery.com/product/spooky-charcuterie-building-class

Test your knowledge at Thirstday Night Trivia at Lost Hiker Brewing in Ruidoso! Join the fun from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midtown Taproom. Bring a team or join one on the spot for a lively battle of wits. Enjoy $10 growler fills of local brews and bring your own food to snack on. Trivia runs every Thursday—don’t miss out!

Get ready for a night of fun and games! Higher Cultures presents Bingo Night at Monster House Dispensary and Lounge on October 23rd, 2025, from 7 PM to 9 PM. Test your luck for multiple exciting prizes! Don’t miss out on this fantastic evening! This event is appropriate for ages 21+

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music in Ruidoso at Win Place & Show Bar! Sit back on the outdoor patio, soak in the fresh mountain air, and sip your favorite drink while enjoying the music. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make the most of your afternoon with great music and good company—see you at Win Place & Show!

Enjoy an evening of live music at Downshift Brewing Company – Riverside, October 24. Texas guitar great Dave Millsap (5 PM) and the rising Tanner Lane Band (7:30 PM) bring a blend of blues, Southern Rock, and Texas Country to Ruidoso’s riverside stage.

Take part in a Sierra Club guided hike at Fort Stanton Historic Site, Sat. Oct. 25 (9 AM–12 PM). Explore 2.5–3 miles of easy trails in the Snowy River NCA with sweeping mountain views, cave system insights, and rich frontier history. Free hike (museum admission $7). Limited to 10 participants. Register by Oct. 16 at riograndesierraclub.org/calendar.

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music in Ruidoso at Win Place & Show Bar! Sit back on the outdoor patio, soak in the fresh mountain air, and sip your favorite drink while enjoying the music. Chilly weather? No worries! If temperatures drop, the music moves inside so you can stay warm and keep the good times going. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make the most of your afternoon with great music and good company—see you at Win Place & Show!

Join the Halloween fun at Fort Stanton Historic Site's Trick or Treat Trail on Saturday, October 25, from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. This free community event offers a spook-tacular evening with treats and entertainment for the whole family. Explore the parade grounds in costume, enjoy free goodies from vendors, and delight in surprises along the way. Don't miss this fun-filled, ghoulishly good time!

Experience the ultimate high-energy classic rock n’ roll at Inn of the Mountain Gods! BUY TICKETS

Downshift Brewing Company’s Hidden Tap hosts the Hops & Heroes Halloween Bash on October 25 from 7–10 PM. Guests 21+ can enjoy beats by DJ Vampyro, multiple costume contests, and frightfully good drink specials. For family-friendly festivities, visit Downshift’s Riverside location on October 29.

Experience the wonder of an autumn starlit night at the Museum of Space History’s Star Party on October 25, 2025, from 7–9 PM. Enjoy the “Wings and Water” planetarium show exploring fall constellations, then head outdoors for telescope viewing, deep-sky imaging, and celestial displays with local astronomers. Free and open to the public.

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Cold weather? No problem! The music moves inside, so the fun never stops. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Celebrate 50 years of a cherished Ruidoso tradition! The Rotary Club of Ruidoso hosts its Annual Enchilada Dinner & Bingo Night on Oct. 28, 5–9 p.m. at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Enjoy great food, family fun, and lively bingo while helping fund scholarships for local students. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 children.

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 Downshift Brewing Co. – Riverside for Family Fright Night on Oct. 29, 5–9 PM! Enjoy music by DJ Vampyro, kids’ costume contests, face painting, and free pumpkin carving on the lower deck (supplies & cleanup included). Plus, spooky drink specials for adults and festive fun for all ages!

Test your knowledge at Thirstday Night Trivia at Lost Hiker Brewing in Ruidoso! Join the fun from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midtown Taproom. Bring a team or join one on the spot for a lively battle of wits. Enjoy $10 growler fills of local brews and bring your own food to snack on. Trivia runs every Thursday—don’t miss out!

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Cold weather? No problem! The music moves inside, so the fun never stops. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Step into the Time Warp with Oso Productions’ shadow cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Watch the cult classic on the big screen as a live cast brings every outrageous moment to life. Your ticket guarantees a seat—and you can boost the fun with an optional prop bag packed with interactive goodies timed to the film’s most iconic scenes. Buy Tickets >>

Spend Halloween night at Downshift Brewing Company – Hidden Tap with Arizona-based singer-songwriter I Am Hologram. The creative force of Richard Nihil—a punk kid from Long Island—I Am Hologram delivers raw, unfiltered energy and poetic grit in every performance. Enjoy great craft beer, bold sound, and an unforgettable night of live music in Ruidoso.

Join a Flashlight Tour of Fort Stanton on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 7:30–9:30 PM! Explore off-limits areas after dark. Limited to 25 participants, ages 16+. Admission is $25 per person. Wear comfortable shoes and arrive on time. Tickets are non-refundable and available online. Don’t miss this unique chance to see Fort Stanton in a new light!

Don't miss this lively annual community Day of the Dead celebration in Lincoln, NM. Come and join the fun with live music, dance, family activities, face painting, altar offerings, arts and crafts, and food and drink. This community event is free to the public.

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Cold weather? No problem! The music moves inside, so the fun never stops. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Step into the Time Warp with Oso Productions’ shadow cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Watch the cult classic on the big screen as a live cast brings every outrageous moment to life. Your ticket guarantees a seat—and you can boost the fun with an optional prop bag packed with interactive goodies timed to the film’s most iconic scenes. Buy Tickets >>

Enjoy afternoon live music at Win Place & Show Bar in Ruidoso, where talented local and regional musicians set the vibe on the outdoor patio. Relax with a drink and soak in the fresh mountain air. Cold weather? No problem! The music moves inside, so the fun never stops. Gather your friends and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good company!

Don't miss this chance to witness the ethereal beauty of White Sands National Park under the captivating glow of the moon during your Ruidoso vacation! Secure your tickets early and be part of an unforgettable nocturnal adventure.

Test your knowledge at Thirstday Night Trivia at Lost Hiker Brewing in Ruidoso! Join the fun from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Midtown Taproom. Bring a team or join one on the spot for a lively battle of wits. Enjoy $10 growler fills of local brews and bring your own food to snack on. Trivia runs every Thursday—don’t miss out!

The Sierra Club invites you on a guided hike along Eagle Creek Trail at Alto Lake, Sat. Nov. 8 (9 AM–12 PM). Enjoy an easy 2-mile walk through pine forest with chances to see wildlife, plus insights on Ruidoso’s water system and hydrology. Group limited to 10, no dogs. Register by Nov. 6 at riograndesierraclub.org/calendar.

Broadway’s longest-running musical CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen.  Buy Tickets >>

Broadway’s longest-running musical CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen.  Buy Tickets >>

Since the late 1960s, this family band has championed the struggles, triumphs, and everyday lives of working-class people, becoming international superstars in the process. They’ve sold over 37 million albums, won seven GRAMMY® and 12 Latin GRAMMY® awards, and reshaped the norteño genre into one of Mexico’s most recognizable sounds. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable concert! Buy Tickets >>

Join the fun at Ruidoso’s 11th Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on November 29, 2025! The final race in the Ruidoso Run Series kicks off at 10 a.m. on the Links Trail. The first 50 runners receive a free T-shirt and the first 70 finishers earn a participation medal. In-person registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the White Mountain Recreation Complex.

Celebrate the start of the holiday season during this free, family event at Inn of the Mountain Gods. Get a few holiday surprises from our Barnes & Noble® pop-up gift shop before snapping a few pictures of your kids with Santa. Treat yourself to complimentary cookies and hot cocoa while the choir sings your favorite holiday hits. Then, get ready to welcome the holiday season as they light up the Christmas tree! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Ruidoso’s beloved Festival of Lights Parade brings friends and family together for an evening of twinkling lights and togetherness in the winter wonderland of Ruidoso.

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

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

TILT! infuses the entertainment world with original contraptions & unique designs that can be found nowhere else. Cirque Mechanics is inspired by modern circus with their signature style wrapped in acrobatics, mechanical marvels and a bit of clowning around.  Buy Tickets

Aquila Theatre will journey out onto the fog-shrouded moors of England with this spine-tingling tale The Hound of the Baskervilles. This brand-new take on the legendary Sherlock Holmes mystery is a comedy driven and utterly suspenseful theatrical adaptation.  Buy Tickets

Evil Woman is a highly entertaining, interactive multimedia concert celebration of the music of Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra (ELO). This production comes as close as one can to replicating the experience and sound of ELO. Buy Tickets

The Kingston Trio is an American folk and pop music band that emerged from San Francisco’s North Beach club scene in 1957. The Kingston Trio of the 21st century has grown with new members while still maintaining the stunning harmonies and sounds! Buy Tickets

Shake BABY Shake showcases the melting pot of styles that impacted pop music’s most innovative decades. From the early 1950s to the mid-1960s, the show delivers iconic hits from artists like Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Chuck Berry, The Beach Boys, and more!  Buy Tickets

Jay White’s Sweet Caroline Tour evokes the power and the passion of Neil Diamond,  the music that has bridged generations and captured the hearts of millions. Buy Tickets