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Ruidoso New Mexico Fall Adventures - Discover the Community Spirit | Outdoor Enthusiast


 Ruidoso welcomes you with open arms, offering a vibrant array of local events, bustling shops, and enticing eateries. As our community recovers and rebuilds, we invite you to join us in creating new memories and helping Ruidoso thrive.

Ruidoso, nestled amidst the majestic mountains, invites you to experience the vibrant spirit of our resilient community. Despite the recent challenges posed by the South Fork and Salt fires, this thriving destination offers an array of lively local events, bustling shops, and enticing eateries - all ready to welcome you with open arms.

As our community recovers and rebuilds, we invite you to join us in creating new, joyful memories and helping Ruidoso thrive once more. Come celebrate the resilience of our community as we come together in this time of renewal.

Discover your next adventure in Ruidoso, a destination ready to welcome you

Best of Ruidoso People’s Choice Awards

Discover the 'Best of Ruidoso 2024' winners! From top-rated restaurants and boutiques to must-see attractions and activities, these award-winning businesses capture the unique charm of our mountain village. Whether you're a first-time visitor or longtime local, explore these exceptional spots and see why they stand out as the best. Your patronage helps sustain our resilient community.

The 2024 Best of Ruidoso People's Choice Awards solicited public input from the local community and visitors to identify the top businesses and organizations in the area. Residents and tourists voted online across more than 25 categories, ranging from local shops and attractions to restaurants, bars, and other offerings. The voting period spanned the entire month of June 2024.

The 2024 Best of Ruidoso People's Choice Award Winners


Savor the flavors of autumn with delectable apple pies and other decadent treats

In southern New Mexico, autumn ushers in the harvest season, filling regional orchards with ripe apples. Ruidoso's eateries celebrate this bounty, offering a tantalizing array of apple pies and other sweet treats, some with a spicy twist. For a true taste of the Land of Enchantment, try a slice of Hatch green chile apple pie or indulge in a chipotle caramel apple. Explore our guide to Ruidoso's fall flavors for an unforgettable autumn experience.

The Cornerstone's flaky, buttery crust cradles a tasty blend of sweet and tart apple pie filling, making it a local favorite that draws visitors from near and far.

Savor the flavors of Southern New Mexico with handcrafted apple pies and other delectable sweet treats


Ruidoso Oktoberfest - Downshift Brewing Company Riverside

Raise a stein and celebrate Ruidoso Oktoberfest at Downshift Brewing Company—Riverside in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso, New Mexico. Enjoy a day of Oktoberfest festivities, including the Collective Good beer initiative, which will raise funds for those affected by the Salt/South Fork Fires and floods. Indulge in German cuisine, beer, and family-friendly fun with entertainment all day on the main stage outside and the Riverside live stage inside.

Join the festivities at Ruidoso Oktoberfest, hosted by Downshift Brewing Company. Raise your stein and toast "Prost!" to the occasion


Mark your calendars for the upcoming AspenFest 2024 celebration.

Celebrate the arrival of autumn in Ruidoso at the annual AspenFest festival on Saturday, October 5, 2024. The festivities begin with a 10:00 AM parade through the Midtown district, followed by a lively celebration featuring fun, food, music, and drinks at Wingfield Park. This year's theme, "Heroes of Ruidoso," promises an exciting and engaging event. Don't miss Ruidoso's beloved fall festival!

Ruidoso's AspenFest: A Cherished Autumn Tradition

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