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Ruidoso Turkey Trot
Nov
30
10:00 AM10:00

Ruidoso Turkey Trot

  • White Mountain Recreation Complex (The Links Trail) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Put on your running shoes for the 5K Ruidoso Turkey Trot, an annual fun Run-Walk on the Links Trail to support the Lincoln County Food Bank. This is the final race of the Run Ruidoso 2024 season. $20 registration fee via Civic Rec (under the Activities & Programs tab)

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XTERRA Ruidoso: Ultimate Off-Road Adventure
Aug
15
to Aug 17

XTERRA Ruidoso: Ultimate Off-Road Adventure

  • Ruidoso, NM, 88345 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Experience the thrill of XTERRA Ruidoso from August 15-17, 2025! Set against the breathtaking Grindstone Lake, this event features full and sprint triathlons, a scenic 10K trail run, and a kids’ race—all designed for athletes and outdoor lovers alike. This event welcomes athletes, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to the lush trails of Grindstone Lake, promising adventure for all.

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All American Futurity: The World's Richest Quarter Horse Race - [LIVE RACING RELOCATED TO THE DOWNS IN ABQ]
Sep
2
12:00 PM12:00

All American Futurity: The World's Richest Quarter Horse Race - [LIVE RACING RELOCATED TO THE DOWNS IN ABQ]

  • Ruidoso Downs Race Track And Billy The Kid Casino (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

ALERT! Ruidoso Downs has relocated the remainder of the 2024 summer meet to The Downs at Albuquerque. This includes major races like the All American Derby and $3 million All American Futurity. Devastating wildfires in June, compounded by recent flash floods, have severely impacted the Ruidoso Downs Race Track, necessitating the move to ensure safety and continuity. Learn more at RaceRuidoso.com

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Run, White and Blue 5K Color Fun Run - [RESCHEDULED]
Aug
31
7:30 AM07:30

Run, White and Blue 5K Color Fun Run - [RESCHEDULED]

  • The Links Trail at White Mountain Sports Complex (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Ruidoso with a vibrant 5K paint race on August 31, 2024! Enjoy Color Splash stations as you walk or run the scenic Links Trail. Registration is $20, with packet pickup at the Kids Connection Pavilion from 6:15 to 7:15 a.m. The race starts at 7:30 a.m. and is the fifth race in the Run Ruidoso 2024 series. Register today with Ruidoso Parks and Recreation under the Activities & Programs tab!

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Ruidoso Grindstone Trails Runs (4M; 8.5M and 13.8M)
Aug
24
7:00 AM07:00

Ruidoso Grindstone Trails Runs (4M; 8.5M and 13.8M)

Join the Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs at Wingfield Park on August 24, 2024. Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a Half Marathon Heavy (13.8 miles), 8.5 miles, and 4 miles. Events start at 7:00 AM. Proceeds benefit All-Season Adaptive Sports. Top finishers qualify for the XTERRA Trail Run World Championship. Enjoy commemorative swag, cake, and a post-race party. Register now!

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New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships at Grindstone Lake
Aug
23
to Aug 25

New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships at Grindstone Lake

  • Grindstone Lake Disc Golf Course (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come out to watch the longest-running tournament in the state of New Mexico and one of the top-rated courses in the state at the 35th New Mexico State Disc Golf Championships, a PDGA Sanctioned B-tier event, at Grindstone Park on August 23-25, 2024. Online registration closes on August 4th, 2024 at 6:01 PM.

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Big Ben Sanchez Youth Foundation 2nd Annual Youth Basketball Tournament
Jul
20
9:00 AM09:00

Big Ben Sanchez Youth Foundation 2nd Annual Youth Basketball Tournament

Join the 2nd Annual Youth Basketball Tournament hosted by the Big Ben Sanchez Youth Foundation on July 20, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM at 134 Reese Drive, Ruidoso, NM. This fundraiser features coed teams for 3rd/4th and 5th/6th grades and boys/girls teams for 7th/8th and 9th-12th grades. A $100 deposit is due by July 13, with a $250 team registration fee. Support youth sports and enjoy a day of competitive fun!

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AIM HIGH Annual Sporting Clay Competition at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort
Jun
14
to Jun 15

AIM HIGH Annual Sporting Clay Competition at Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort

  • Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This sporting clay competition offers door prizes, raffles, banquet dinner, games, and chances to win a grand prize. Your support will help expand University facilities while safeguarding the vital programs that ENMU-Ruidoso provides. Learn more >>

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Ruidoso Futurity and Derby at Ruidoso Downs Race Track
Jun
8
to Jun 9

Ruidoso Futurity and Derby at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

  • Ruidoso Downs Race Track (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Which two-year-old becomes an overnight sensation by winning the first leg of quarter horse racing’s triple crown? Experience the thrill of race day at Ruidoso Downs Race Track for the $850,000 Ruidoso Derby and $1 million Ruidoso Futurity. The weekend also includes the Ruidoso Invitational Stakes and Ruidoso Juvenile Stakes races.

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Opening Weekend: Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake
May
25
to May 26

Opening Weekend: Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake

Ruidoso’s unique attraction, the Wibit Water Park at Grindstone Lake, opens for the summer season on May 25, 2024. The floating, inflatable platform is perfect for family fun, birthday parties, and special events. Come out for the day or purchase a season pass with swimming, boating, fishing, disc golf, and more available at Grindstone Lake, in the heart of Ruidoso.

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Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track
May
24
to May 27

Opening Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

  • Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ruidoso Downs Race Track opens its summer meet on Memorial Day Weekend with the top two-and-three-year-old quarter horses in the world competing in the Ruidoso Futurity/Derby Trials and the $45K John Andreini Memorial Stakes. Book your tickets today!

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The John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run at Grindstone Lake
Apr
20
7:00 AM07:00

The John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run at Grindstone Lake

Join the Ruidoso community at Grindstone Lake on April 20, 2024, for the John Ashcraft Memorial Family Trail Run. Honor John's legacy and support the scholarship fund initiated by his family and the Community Foundation of Lincoln County. Race starts at 8:00 AM, with registration at 7:00 AM. $25 entry fee, proceeds go to the scholarship. Register at bit.ly/2024AshcraftRun. Donate at cfolc.org. Contact (575) 914-6644 for more details.

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Annual Bunny Run/Walk and Easter Egg Hunt at Cedar Creek
Mar
30
6:30 AM06:30

Annual Bunny Run/Walk and Easter Egg Hunt at Cedar Creek

Come out and join Ruidoso Parks and Recreation for their annual Bunny Walk/Run and Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Cedar Creek, the second of six races in the Run Ruidoso 2024 series. This year the Easter Bunny will leave treats for the runners to collect in their race bags. The registration fee is $30. Register Online Today! (Under the Activities & Programs tab)

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Lincoln County Classic 4 Disc Golf Tournament
Mar
23
to Mar 24

Lincoln County Classic 4 Disc Golf Tournament

  • Ruidoso, NM, 88345 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Test your skills at this PRO/AM B-TIER· PDGA-sanctioned singles tournament sponsored by Dynamic Discs to be held at Oso Canyon, Moon Mountain, and Grindstone Lake Disc Golf Courses on March 23 - 24, 2024. Lincoln County Classic 4 I is an epic battle of skills and the ability to navigate some of the most challenging courses New Mexico has to offer. Spectators welcome. Register online today!

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The Links 5K Run and Walk
Mar
16
10:00 AM10:00

The Links 5K Run and Walk

  • White Mountain Sports Complex (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join Ruidoso Parks & Recreation for this family-friendly annual event benefiting the Lincoln County Food Bank. This event completes one lap around the Links Walking Trail and is the first of six races in the Run Ruidoso 2024 series. Registration is $30. Register Online Today! (Under the Activities & Programs tab)

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3rd Annual Big Ben Sanchez Youth Foundation Adult Basketball Tournament
Feb
17
8:00 AM08:00

3rd Annual Big Ben Sanchez Youth Foundation Adult Basketball Tournament

  • Ruidoso High School Gymnasiums (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get ready for a slam-dunk weekend in Ruidoso! Join the fun on February 17th and 18th at Ruidoso High School for an adrenaline-packed Adult Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast or just looking for an exciting weekend, this tournament is a must-see. Bring your friends and family to witness the excitement and be part of the basketball fever in Ruidoso!

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9/11 5K Walk/Run with Ruidoso Fire Department
Sep
9
7:30 AM07:30

9/11 5K Walk/Run with Ruidoso Fire Department

  • Sudderth & Country Club Lot (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Lace-up your running shoes and join the Ruidoso Fire Department 9/11 5K Walk/Run Race! Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with the race starting at 8 a.m. Prizes for 1st through 3rd place and tee shirts for the first 75 participants. This is a FREE event. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, your presence is what makes this event truly special.

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All American Labor Day Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track
Sep
2
to Sep 4

All American Labor Day Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

  • Ruidoso Downs Race Track (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Enjoy the action LIVE for the running of the All American Futurity, All American Oaks, and All American Derby at Ruidoso Downs Race Track. Don't miss a minute of the action as 2-year-olds battle for a spot in the world's richest Quarter Horse race. Learn more at RaceRuidoso.com

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Annual Youth Fishing Day at Grindstone Lake
Jun
3
8:00 AM08:00

Annual Youth Fishing Day at Grindstone Lake

Break out the small rods and reels for young anglers to test their skills at the 28th Youth Fishing Day held at Grindstone Lake on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 8 am to 1 pm. as children line the shore to try their casting arms. Don't miss out on the chance to make memories that will last a lifetime! This event is free and open to children 12 and younger.

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Glow in the Dark Disc-Golf Tournament at Grindstone Lake
May
6
8:00 PM20:00

Glow in the Dark Disc-Golf Tournament at Grindstone Lake

  • Grindstone Lake Disc-Golf Course (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ready for some nighttime disc golf? 😝🌕💫⛳️ Join Ruidoso Parks and Recreation in collaboration with Dynamic Discs of New Mexico for their annual glow-in-the-dark disc golf tournament at the Grindstone Lake disc golf course. There will be an adult 18-hole tournament (front nine twice) with kids pre-glow play at 5 pm. Register Online (Under the Activities & Programs tab). Call 575-257-5030 for more info.

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Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Ruidoso Downs Race Track
May
6
10:00 AM10:00

Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

  • Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

You don't have to make the trip to Churchill Downs to experience the Kentucky Derby. Celebrate the legendary race in style at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack Turf Club with a Derby Dash cash drawing and hat contest. Buy tickets online or call 575-378-4140 to reserve your table today!

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Hall of Fame Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track
Jul
9
to Jul 11

Hall of Fame Weekend at Ruidoso Downs Race Track

Every year, one horse, one owner/breeder, one trainer and one jockey are inducted into the Ruidoso Downs Race Track Hall of Fame. The 2020 class of the Ruidoso Downs Racehorse Hall of Fame will be inducted on Friday night at Ruidoso Downs. There will be refreshments in the Hall of Fame and followed by dinner and the induction ceremony in the All American Turf Club. Tickets may be obtained by calling (575) 378-7350.

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