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Ruidoso, New Mexico, is a quaint mountain village secluded in the Lincoln National Forest that offers so much to do all year round. Whether you’re visiting for a day, week, or longer, you can stay busy throughout your stay. Ruidoso’s forest landscape creates gorgeous outdoor event spaces like Wingfield Park. Live performances by America’s most famous talents can be seen at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino in neighboring Mescalero, New Mexico. Other live entertainment venues include Ruidoso Downs Racetrack & Casino, Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, Ruidoso Convention Center, and many local restaurants. Find Ruidoso’s most popular annual events on our major events calendar.
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True Crime Summit: BEYOND THE CRIME Convention 2026
Investigators, legal professionals, and those passionate about solving real-world crimes from Ruidoso, Alto, and beyond are invited to a landmark event this spring. The BEYOND THE CRIME Convention 2026 arrives at the Isleta Resort & Casino on April 11–12, offering a comprehensive look into the world of criminal justice, survivor resilience, and forensic science. Check out the BEYOND THE RIOT tour starting the morning of April 10 with a podcaster mingle in the evening, which Gold and Platinum ticket holders can reserve for free. Every ticket purchased helps finance the Beyond The Case initiative, by the Beyond the Case YouTube… Read More Related
THINGS TO DO IN Ruidoso
There’s always something exciting happening in Ruidoso! Here at Ruidoso.com, we help you be in the know about new things to do and old favorites to experience again. Check this spot for the hottest ticket in town or insider tips on places to go and things to do.
UkeFest 2026: Visit Las Cruces for a Weekend of Ukulele Fun
Las Cruces UkeFest, sponsored by Hutton Broadcasting, returns May 29–31, 2026, bringing three days of ukulele music, instruction, and community to New Mexico State University (NMSU). For players in Ruidoso and Lincoln County, the festival offers a focused musical getaway about 130 miles south, roughly a 2.5-hour drive. It’s close enough for a weekend trip, yet far enough to feel like a true change of scenery. From a $10 public concert to hands-on workshops and a lively marketplace, UkeFest blends learning and performance into one structured weekend. What Is Las Cruces UkeFest? Las Cruces UkeFest is an annual ukulele festival… Read More Related
