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Run, White and Blue 5K Run or Walk
Jul 5
Run, White and Blue 5K Run or Walk

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with the Run White & Blue 5K Color Run and Walk—part of the Run Ruidoso 2025 race series! Registration is $25; check-in starts at 7 AM. Bring a nonperishable item for the Lincoln County Food Bank. First 50 to sign in get a free T-shirt; first 70 finishers earn medals. All ages welcome.  Register online via the Activities & Programs tab. Color, community, and a cause—don’t miss it!

All American Tailgate and Drone Light Show
Jul 5
All American Tailgate and Drone Light Show

See 150 drones take flight in a patriotic-themed aerial drone show featuring a 300-foot-tall Statue of Liberty, fireworks, an eagle, and other iconic American images. Meet family and friends for a pre-show tailgate and enjoy FREE family-friendly activities and entertainment starting at 5:00 PM.

Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp at White Mountain Sports Complex
Jul 7
Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp at White Mountain Sports Complex

Young soccer players in Ruidoso can train like the pros at the Challenger International Summer Soccer Camp! Led by top coaches from the U.S. and abroad, this dynamic camp blends skill-building with international training techniques. Programs include TinyTykes (ages 3-5), a Half Day Program (ages 5-14), and an optional Overtime session. Don’t miss this exciting summer experience—register now at https://challenger.configio.com/pd/257472!

White Sands Full Moon Night
Jul 10
White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

Ruidoso 50K Ultramarathon, Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzsky's Bun Run 5K and 1 Mile Kids Run
Jul 18
Ruidoso 50K Ultramarathon, Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzsky's Bun Run 5K and 1 Mile Kids Run

Come join us and elevate your running with this challenging race event, the fifth of six races in our Run Ruidoso 2025 series. Register Here >>

White Sands Full Moon Night
Aug 9
White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

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

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.

Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)
Aug 23
Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)

Join the Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs at Wingfield Park on August 23, 2025. Celebrate the 11th 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!

White Sands Full Moon Night
Sep 7
White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

Aspenfest Parade and Festival
Oct 4
Aspenfest Parade and Festival

Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso at AspenFest. The weekend celebration is on Saturday, October 4, 2025, with a 10:00 AM parade through Midtown, immediately followed by fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park. Don't miss Ruidoso's favorite fall festival!

White Sands Full Moon Night
Oct 6
White Sands Full Moon Night

Join Ruidoso Parks & Rec for a magical full-moon evening at White Sands National Park! Enjoy hiking, stargazing, and stunning dune views. Four sessions available with limited ADA-accessible bus seating. No pets or alcohol. Bring layers, a flashlight, and your camera! Registration opens June 8, 2025, and closes the day before each session: https://secure.rec1.com/NM/villiage-of-ruidoso-nm/catalog

Get your adventure on year-round! Ruidoso Parks & Rec offers a wide variety of facilities for the pursuit of recreation and sport. From playgrounds and walking trails to tennis courts and a municipal swimming pool complete with a water slide, plus lakes and rivers you can fish, we have plenty of places to relax or be active.

Looking for a unique venue to host a special event or gathering? Ruidoso parks offer a variety of venues to host everything from picnics to concerts, weddings to birthday parties. In addition we have venues for sporting events with soccer fields, tennis courts, pickle ball courts and baseball/softball fields.