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OFFI C I AL 2 0 19 -20 2 0 VI SITOR GU I DE
N E W M E X I C O
ATTRACTIONS, LODGING, DINING & MORE!
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NIGHTLY RENTALS & SALES
1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 Bedroom Condos & Townhomes
Fireplaces • Decks • Full Kitchens • 9-Hole par 3 Golf Course
Trout Fishing • Heated Pool (summer) • Tennis Courts
Stay in one of our beautiful and privately-owned condos or townhomes.
Play our scenic golf course!
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WELCOME TO
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RUIDOSO, NM
Editorial Director
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Art Director
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Local Content Contributors
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Special Thanks to the
Ruidoso Valley
Chamber of Commerce THE RUIDOSO VALLEY CHAMBER
About the Cover OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR
Local photographer’s photo of
Midtown with snowcapped Sierra
Blanca in the distance
CENTER WELCOMES YOU TO
Photo by Mark Stambaugh RUIDOSO, LINCOLN COUNTY, NM!
Photos Courtesy of
The Spencer Theater The Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to
Inn of the Mountain Gods experience the ultimate Playground of the Southwest. Lincoln
Ruidoso Downs County is home to a rich history, year-round recreation, and world-
Smokey Bear’s Hometown Assoc. class entertainment.
Flying J Ranch
The Hubbard Museum Whether you are a fan of horseracing, an outdoor enthusiast, a snow skier, someone that loves to
Fort Stanton shop at unique stores, or simply looking for a vacation away from the hustle and bustle, we have
Ruidoso Chamber what you are looking for. Ruidoso offers class-act performances at the Spencer Theater and the Inn
Pixaby Stock Photography of the Mountain Gods. If you are feeling lucky, be sure to visit one of our three area casinos.
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Festivals abound throughout the year with the Ruidoso Art Festival, the famous Cowboy
Symposium, the Festival of Lights, the Christmas Jubilee, the Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally,
and the Wind Rider Music Festival. For our sports-minded visitors, we offer the Ruidoso Marathon
Published by and Half Marathon, 12 Hours in the Wild West mountain bike race, the Tour de Ruidoso road bike
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2019-2020
CONTENTS
GET TO KNOW RUIDOSO
What’s New......................................... 8
Getting Here...................................... 9
Ruidoso by the Numbers..................12
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Explore the Village........................... 14
History..............................................20 34
Shopping...........................................24
Food & Drink....................................27
Art & Music...................................... 37
Casinos & Racing.............................42
Outdoors...........................................45
Outdoor Photo Ops.........................49
Sit Back & Relax............................... 53
40
RESOURCES
Lodging.............................................. 56
Dining & Watering Holes................64
Shopping...........................................68
Attractions.........................................71
Calendar of Events........................... 73
Event Venues.................................... 75 45
Church/Fellowship........................... 76
Area Maps......................................... 77
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WHAT’S NEW!
We have some awesome things to look forward to and some that are already available as of 2018 and 2019.
Don’t miss the newest offerings Ruidoso has for you.
RUIDOSO MIDTOWN
ASSOCIATION’S MURAL PROJECT
SHOWCASED MAY 31, 2019
The Midtown Association is connecting businesses
and artists to showcase the historic Ruidoso Midtown
district. Artists and business owners will design murals
that advance the streetscape and create community
space’s within Ruidoso’s MainStreet district. The
projects will promote and consider the businesses and
uniqueness of the region. The murals project has been
developed by Ruidoso Midtown Association and will be
funded by special events like Mountain Smoke Festival
and Brewdoso. Together we are making a difference to
revitalize our mountain town.
More information can be found at RuidosoMainstreet.com
LYFT AVAILABLE NOW IN RUIDOSO!
Lyft is an on-demand transportation company. The
Lyft car transportation mobile app operates across the
United States. From Ski-Apache to Midtown Lyft has
you covered. GET HOME SAFE!
MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTALS - AVAILABLE NOW!
Ruidoso has become a mountain bike hot spot in
southern New Mexico. Ruidoso offers a variety
of biking opportunities catering to all skill levels.
Professionally designed downhill course or relaxed
pavement rides are within Ruidoso’s village limits.
Backwoods Mountain Bike Tours will custom design a
guided ride for your skill level and desire for adventure.
For more information go to
backwoodsmountainbiketours.com
Pinnacle Trail Systems - provides professional
mountain bike instruction and guiding services in
Ruidoso, NM.
For more information go to mountainbikeruidoso.com
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EXPLORE THE WILD WEST, WILDLY!
OHV TOURS OFFERED BY BACKCOUNTRY ATTITUDES
This is Ruidoso’s newest exhilarating outdoor activity.
Backcountry Attitudes offers OHV Tours through the
Lincoln County National Forrest. The thrilling ride includes
an experienced guide. The drive-your-own-buggy style
tours will leave you wanting more. The OHV tours will take
you through the historic Midtown district before you head
on the back roads to forest roads that access the vastness
of Lincoln County. Scenic views and rugged mountain roads
are the common denominators for this adventure.
For more information go to backcountryattitudes.com
MOON MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA - OPENING IN 2019!
Moon Mountain is just north of Midtown, close to all the
action. The village hopes to see work begin in 2019 and to
open a multi-use trails system by the end of summer. The
plan would allow for improvements to a hiking trail system,
mountain bike system, disc golf course, and community
activities on the 640 acres of state trust land located in the
heart of Ruidoso.
GRINDSTONE LAKE NEWS
Electric motors are allowed on the lake for the 2019
season. However, the speed is limited to less than 5 nautical
miles per hour, and/or when it creates white water wake off
the bow of the boat. Who is up for some trolling?
GRINDSTONE CAMPING COMING SOON!
ESTIMATED COMPLETION JUNE 2019!
The preliminary concept will allow for roughly 20 sites for
primitive tent camping, and 6 sites for recreational vehicles.
The lake is a natural call for camping, with bike trails, hiking
trails and fishing all available outside your tent! Plan your
next trip with a wonderful camping experience in close
proximity to Midtown amenities.
Contact Ruidoso Parks and Rec for Reservations
575-257-5030
SWIMMING AND BOATING USE - AS OF 2018
In 2018 Grindstone Lake was opened for swimming, stand
up paddle boarding and boating. Since then, the area has
become a hot spot for everyone who wants to be outdoors.
16-19’’ rainbow trout are stalked in the lake every summer
to appease the trophy fisherman.
Fishing equipment, canoe, kayak, and stand up paddle
board rentals available at Grindstone Lake with Back
Country Attitudes
Fishing opportunities are
LOCAL the best in the area at
Grindstone Lake, but can
TIP get busy. Take advantage
of a watercraft to get to
your honey hole.
Both Locations:
Hotel Ruidoso // 110 Chase Street // Downtown Ruidoso
1.866.734.5197 // 575.257.2007 // www.HotelRuidoso.net
Comfort Inn // 2709 Sudderth Drive // Downtown Ruidoso
1.866.859.5146 // 575.257.2770 // www.ComfortInnRuidoso.com
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE
Heart of Downtown Ruidoso!
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO CLUBS, RESTAURANTS,
SHOPS, GALLERIES, ENTERTAINMENT & MORE!GETTING HERE
FLYING
ROSWELL INTERNATIONAL AIR CENTER (ROW)
78 miles (about 1 hr 25 min) •
Albuquerque
EL PASO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (ELP)
137 miles (about 2 hrs 25 min)
ALBUQUERQUE INTERNATIONAL SUNPORT (ABQ)
180 miles (about 2 hr 50 min)
PRIVATE PLANES FLY INTO
SIERRA BLANCA REGIONAL AIRPORT IN ALTO (SBRA)
14 miles (about 20 min) Alto
•
• Roswell
N E W M E X I C O
DRIVING
FROM ALBUQUERQUE, NM:
I-25 S ➙ US-380 E ➙ Right on NM-37 ➙
Right on NM-48 (Billy the Kid Trail/Mechem
Drive) ➙ Left on Sudderth Drive to Midtown
FROM EL PASO, TX:
I-10 E ➙ US-54 E ➙ Left on White Sands Blvd
(US-70) ➙ Merge Right to US-70 E ➙ Left
on Mescalero Trail ➙ Left on Sudderth Drive to
Midtown
• El Paso
FROM DALLAS/ABILENE/ROSWELL:
I-30 W ➙ I-20 W (through Abilene) ➙ Merge
Right to US-84 ➙ Turn Left on US-380 (through
Roswell) ➙ Slight Left onto US-70 W ➙ Slight
Right onto Sudderth Drive to Midtown
MILES OUR VISITORS TRAVEL TO GET HERE
NEW MEXICO: Lubbock..............................249 miles OKLAHOMA:
Albuquerque.......................181 miles Midland/Odessa.................280 miles OKC...................................543 miles
Alamogordo........................50 miles San Antonio........................589 miles Tulsa....................................649 miles
Carlsbad Caverns...............170 miles
Las Cruces..........................118 miles ARIZONA: CALIFORNIA:
Roswell................................75 miles Phoenix...............................512 miles Las Angeles.........................883 miles
Santa Fe..............................190 miles Tucson.................................399 miles San Francisco.....................1,197 miles
White Sands.......................66.5 miles San Diego...........................805 miles
NEVADA:
TEXAS: Las Vegas............................686 miles MEXICO:
Abilene................................384 miles Reno....................................1,124 miles Chihuahua..........................593 miles
Amarillo..............................287 miles Nuevo Leon........................1,272 miles
Austin.................................582 miles Mexico City........................2,024 miles
DFW Airport......................556 miles COLORADO:
El Paso................................139 miles Colorado Springs................451.5 miles
Houston..............................753 miles Denver................................521 miles
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@MIRANDALANGLAISBY THE NUMBERS
ELEVATION: ANNUAL AVERAGE HIGH
6,920 feet TEMPERATURE: 65.3
(range within the village is from 6,500 - 8,000 feet)
ANNUAL AVERAGE LOW
POPULATION: TEMPERATURE: 35.5
7,756 AVERAGE ANNUAL
SNOWFALL: 31 inches
287 DAYS
OF SUN
11 PARKS
& OPEN SPACES
(over 700 acres of land)
26 MILES
OF TRAILS AND PATHWAYS
3 LAKES
IN OR NEARBY RUIDOSO
(Grindstone, Mescalero and Alto)
4 PUBLIC
OR SEMI-PRIVATE GOLF
COURSES IN THE AREA
(The Links at Sierra Blanca,
Inn of the Mountain Gods,
Cree Meadows, and Rainmakers)
GLENCOE DISTILLERY
2 AWESOME ZIPLINES:
Apache Wind Rider ZipTour
(8,890 feet long, 60+ mph) 5 PLACES THAT MAKE
THEIR OWN LOCAL LIBATIONS
Apache Eagle ZipRider (Glencoe Distillery, Noisy Water Winery, Lost Hiker
(2,668 feet long, 55 mph) Brewing Company, Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden,
and Sacred Grounds)
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YOUR TRIP
Explore the Village & Beyond.........14 Local Artist & Musician Spotlight.... 38
Back in the Day...............................20 Live Music........................................ 39
Experience the Past........................20 Place Your Bets................................ 42
Billy the Kid Scenic Byway............. 22 Ruidoso Downs Race Track Events..... 43
Retail Therapy.................................. 24 Wanderlust in the Wilderness........45
Endless Eats..................................... 27 Ruidoso Wild....................................48
It’s Always Chile in Ruidoso........... 32 Outdoor Photo Ops........................49
All the Buzzed.................................. 34 Hiking Trails.....................................50
Where to Admire the Arts............. 37 Sit Back & Relax.............................. 53EXPLORE
THE VILLAGE & BEYOND
MIDTOWN
The most vibrant cluster of retail shops in Lincoln County,
offering a unique mountain shopping experience. Midtown also
offers some great dining options for the foodies and nightlife for
the lively crew! Midtown spans from about Cornerstone Bakery
to Mechem on Sudderth.
Don’t miss:
» Take the kiddos to the awesome playground complete
with a life-size xylophone at Wingfield Park.
» The Love Lock Wall outside Happy Hiker
» Ruidoso Mural on the side of The Trading PostGalleria West
1st Place Winner
Best Gift Shop
2017
W E W E LC O M E YO U TO O U R
Native American Made Jewelry, Beautiful condos nestled among the
Pottery, & Dreamcatchers breathtaking Sacramento Mountains!
Locally Made Crosses
& Metal Art
Handmade Damascus Knives
Exclusive Lines: Willow Tree,
Bearfoots, Mill Creek
One of Ruidoso's
17 BEDROOM
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& Gift Shops 575 3369900
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full kitchens, fireplace,
clubhouse, seasonal
pool and close to ski area.
2538 Sudderth Dr. | Ruidoso, NM 88345 Just 5 minutes from Ruidoso.
575-257-4560 • galleriawest.us
www.AMVRent als.com
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This area holds a large portion of Ruidoso’s most popular
lodging. It is a beautiful stretch of road that follows the flow of
Rio Ruidoso with tall aspens, oaks and cottonwood trees.
Don’t miss:
• Sleigh Rides in the winter with Grindstone Stables
• Christmas Lights during the Holidays
• Wildlife Viewing
• A beautiful drive in
Autumn when the
trees are turning
GRINDSTONE
This area is referring to Grindstone Lake & Trail System.
This manmade lake just south of Midtown has many outdoor
activities available. It has become a popular site in the summer!
Don’t miss:
• Horseback riding with Grindstone Stables
• Watercraft rentals with Back Country Attitudes
• Fishing at Grindstone Lake
• Mountain Bike Tours with Pinnacle Trail Systems FUN Osprey build
their nest atop one of the
• The 27-hole championship disc golf course!
FACT two structures on the west
side of Grindstone Reservoir.RUIDOSO DOWNS
The Downs area is a quieter town
next door to the village, except
for when the horse track is up and
running (literally). You likely drive
through Ruidoso Downs on your way
to the village if you are coming from
the east.
Don’t miss:
» Place your bets at Ruidoso
Downs Race Track and Billy the
Kid Casino
» Browse through Lincoln County
history at Hubbard Museum of
the American West
» Grab a beer at Lost Hiker
Brewing Company-the first
brewery in the area!
MESCALERO RESERVATION TIP:
The reservation is home to the Mescalero Apache tribe. The See page 73
tribe owns and operates both Inn of the Mountain Gods and Ski Apache. for their 2019 lineup &
There is plenty of action at Inn of the Mountain Gods year round as visitruidoso.com/event
s-calendar
well as the Mescalero Apache Ceremonial Dances and Rodeo every for the most
July (See page 73) up-to-date info!
Don’t miss:
» Gambling at Inn of the Mountain Gods and Casino Apache Travel Center
» Zip lining at Inn of the Mountain Gods
» Big Game Hunting with Inn of the Mountain Gods
» See some of the biggest names in music at Inn of the Mountain Gods
SKI RUN ROAD
This stretch of road travels through the mountains with beautiful scenic views all the way up
to Ski Apache.
Don’t miss:
» Go tubing at Ruidoso Winter Park
» Ski, snowboard or just take a gondola up the mountain for photo ops at Ski Apache
» Stop at Windy Point Vista on the way up the mountain for a truly breathtaking view.
» Zip lining at Ski Apache
VisitRu i d o s o . c o m • The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ 17Beyond
ALTO
• Flying J Ranch features tasty chuck wagon cooking
and gorgeous cowboy harmonies as the hallmark of
this attraction, where visitors from all over take home a
heartwarming slice of New Mexico each and every summer.
• See a show at Spencer Theater. This historical venue
boasts unique architecture and glass sculpture that are TIP:
worth the trip alone but don’t miss the chance to
catch a show in the incredible, opera house style theater.
GLENCOE FOR THE FULL STORY:
visitruidoso.com/
• Explore the Chapel in a Hole - St. the-chapel-in-a-hole
(See page 39) Anne’s Chapel- a small church built
in 1934 of stone and sand that is still
standing!
• Try a handcrafted cocktail at Glencoe Distillery.
BON US!
Billy The Kid
Scenic Byway info in
the history section
on page 22!
LINCOLN CLOUDCROFT
• Visit Bonito Valley Brewing Company - a new brewery
that opened in August 2018. • Cloudcroft Brewing Company
• Go back in time at Lincoln Historic Site and check • Go skiing, snowboarding or tubing at Ski Cloudcroft
out all of the relics collected at The Arrowsmith Store.
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BACK
IN THE DAY
Billy the Kid escaped from
Lincoln Courthouse on April
28. On July 14, Sheriff Pat At Cedar Creek, a ski area opened
Garrett killed Billy the Kid. on a sloping meadow The All
Captain Santurnino Baca American
sponsored the bill that San Patricio, NM Futurity
created Lincoln County (originally known as (Richest
who named the county Ruidoso) changed its name Cabins were Quarter Horse
after recently assassinated in honor of a Catholic built in Upper Race) was
Abraham Lincoln priest’s patron saint Canyon inaugurated
1868 1873 1878 1885 1936 1947
1869 1875 1881 1914 1938 1959
The Mescalero Lincoln County War- hurled Ruidoso, NM Race Track
Apache Billy the Kid to fame as the was established opened at
Reservation was War was spurred on when Hollywood Park
established Billy and the Regulators (now known as
sought revenge for the Ruidoso Downs
Ruidoso’s oldest killing of their boss, John Brunell’s Dry Race Track)
building, Dowlin Tunstall. Goods opens
Mill, was built
Experience THE PAST
FORT STANTON LIVE! LINCOLN COUNTY COWBOY SYMPOSIUM
Why You Should Go: This is an action packed event in Fort Stanton Why You Should Go: The Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium is the
with re-enactments that represent fort life as it was in the 1850s nation’s finest cowboy festival. LCCS has been named the Best Cowboy
through the 1870s Cultural Event by the American Cowboy Culture Association!
What You’ll See: Cavalry, infantry, artillery demonstrations, old- What You’ll See: Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium offers
time games for kiddos, and a military ball everything from chuckwagon cook-offs to old west storytellers to
Don’t Miss: Historic re-enactments complete with cannon fire western swing dancing and everything in between!
demonstrations! Don’t Miss: This is the 30th year of the Symposium! “It’s an overwhelming
cowboy experience!” -Tim McCasland of the Flying J Wranglers
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RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK
The Old Dowlin
Mill fire
The Flying J Ranch Grindstone Spencer Inn of the
Chuckwagon Suppers and Stables Theater Mountain
Western Show opens opens opens Gods opens
1963 1987 1992 1999 2016 2018
1982 1988 1997 2005 2017
Mescalero Hubbard Ruidoso becomes Record Snowfall 22
Apache’s Museum of the a Sister City with inches in one day!
purchased the American West Puerto Penasco,
ski area now opens Sonora, Mexico
known as Ski
Apache Ruidoso Visitor Billy the Kid
Guide started Casino opens
FLYING J RANCH BILLY THE KID SCENIC BYWAY
Why You Should Go: The Old West Experience of the Flying (SEE NEXT PAGE FOR MORE INFO)
J Ranch has offered family fun to generations of guests every Why You Should Go: The Billy the Kid Scenic Byway is a great
summer night (except Sundays) since 1982. opportunity to explore Lincoln County’s rich history!
What You’ll See: Chuck wagon cooking, beautiful cowboy What You’ll See: Landmarks such as the Lincoln State
harmonies, mesmerizing musicianship and side-splitting hilarity of Monument, Smokey Bear Museum and Hubbard Museum
the Flying J Wranglers. Don’t Miss: Get more info on the next page!
Don’t Miss: Dinner! They can feed over 600 people in 20
minutes! It’s impressive.
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LINCOLN HISTORIC SITE MUSEUMS
Lincoln, NM • nmhistoricsites.org/lincoln
This historic site is a community frozen in time as if it were still the 1870s
and 1880s. You will experience Old Lincoln County Courthouse, Dr.
Woods’ House, Tunstall Store Museum, The San Juan Mission Church, El
Torreón (a defensive tower), the Convento, Montaño Store, and Anderson-
RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK
Ruidoso Downs, NM • raceruidoso.com
Freeman Visitor’s Center & Museum. Open every day except New Year’s
The race track was started in the 1930s in Mr. Miller’s cornfields and
Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day from 9 am - 5 pm.
has grown into a venue for live quarter horse and thoroughbred racing
Annual Event: Old Lincoln Days (see page 73)
on the weekends and the home of the Triple Crown Futurity - the
world’s richest quarter horse race. This race track is unique with Billy
FT STANTON HISTORIC SITE the Kid Casino on the same property just a few steps away! Casino open
Fort Stanton, NM • nmhistoricsites.org/fort-stanton Sunday - Thursday 10 am - 11 pm and Friday - Saturday 10 am - 12 am.
Fort Stanton Historic Site is made up of 88 buildings, some that date back Live racing is usually held Memorial Weekend - Labor Day, but this year
to 1855. You can go on a self-guided tour around the fort and experience the races will start early on May 10th! Normal post time is 1 pm.
the past as if it was present. Grounds open every day from 8 am - 5 pm and Annual Event: Chile the Kid Festival (see page 73)
the museum is open every day from 10 am - 4 pm except New Year’s Day,
Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Annual Event: Fort Stanton Live! HUBBARD MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST
(see page 73) Ruidoso Downs, NM • hubbardmuseum.org
This museum which, as its name gives away, is all about the history of the
SMOKEY BEAR HISTORICAL PARK American West includes six exhibits: Images of the West, Ancient Tools
Capitan, NM • emnrd.state.nm.us/SFD/SmokeyBear/ & Technology, Free Spirits at Noisy Water - the bronze horse sculptures
SmokeyBearPark outdoors, From here to there: Transportation of the West, Anne C.
Everything you ever wanted to know about the Stradling Family Collection, and the Carousel Horses. Open Thursday -
famous bear! You’ll see Smokey Bear’s final Monday 9 am - 5 pm.
resting place, his legacy and the kiddos will
even have an opportunity to become official FOX CAVE
junior rangers! Open every day except Glencoe, NM • facebook.com/
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s FoxCaveNewMexico
from 9 am - 4:30 pm. Annual Event: Known as a hideout location of Billy
Smokey Bear Days (see page 73) the Kid, this amusing and peculiar
place has exhibits with several
SKI APACHE different themes including dinosaurs,
Alto, NM • skiapache.com aliens, gems and more. It is in in a
Ski Apache offers unforgettable adventure. Guests literal hole in the wall of a cave! Open
can enjoy some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the daily Memorial Day - Labor Day 10 am
Southwest, with over 750 acres of varied terrain and an eight-passenger - 5 pm; open the rest of the year Thursday -
gondola offering eagle-eye views to the summit. Check off bucket lists by Monday 10 am - 5 pm.
riding the highest and third-longest zip line tour in the world.
Annual Event: Dummy Gelunde and Torchlight Parade (see page 73) HONDO IRIS FARM
Hondo, NM • hondoirisfarm.com
SPENCER THEATER OF THE PERFORMING ARTS This beautiful garden is a refreshing oasis of
Alto, NM • spencertheater.com color outside the hustle and bustle of Ruidoso
While we suggest that you do everything in your power to see one of the Village. Set beside a garden of over 400
great shows at Spencer Theater during your trip, we know you will not want varieties of irises and the world’s largest fairy
to miss the sheer beauty that this gem holds. The seven-story landmark garden is a gallery in a 100-year-old adobe
architecture of Antoine Predock is worth the photo alone, but inside there building. Open Tuesday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm
are four spectacular major installations by Seattle glass sculptor Dale and Saturday 8 am - 3 pm.
Chihuly. Guided tours are held Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding show Annual Event: Hondo Iris Farm Festival
dates and holidays) at 10 am or you can enjoy the glass art and architecture (see page 73)
while attending a show. Annual Event: Taste of Spencer (see page 73)
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Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346
575-378-4142
www.hubbardmuseum.org hubbardmuseumRETAIL
THERAPY
WOMEN’S CLOTHING
25TH IN MID
We love this adorable adobe-style building with its signature marquee
lit store sign. This boutique off of Sudderth in Midtown offers some
unique graphic t-shirts and tanks as well as trendy kimonos and
cardigans and so much more.
Don’t Miss: The sale rack in the back!
J ROBERTS
This upscale boutique on Sudderth has everything you need for date
night or to refresh your capsule wardrobe!
Don’t Miss: The amazing leopard carpet inside and the wall mural
outside that says “You are beautiful.” NOMAD 6920
Mountain lifestyle apparel and
OUTDOOR GEAR local knowledge is Nomad 6920.
This store captures the essence of
BRUNELL’S mountain style in the South West.
An iconic outdoor apparel
Nomad has made strives creating a unique
store known for service
shopping experience, since popping on the
and quality. Located in
scene in 2016. (Fun fact - The 6920 is for the
the heart of the Midtown
elevation of Ruidoso- 6,920 feet!)
district, Brunell’s offers
one of the widest range Don’t Miss: Smooch the moose and check out where
in men and women the locals shop.
outdoor equipment. Local
knowledge, passion for
the outdoors, and a multi-
faceted business model
has set the standard for
Ruidoso.
Don’t Miss: The best outdoor boot collection
in Ruidoso. Hit the trails with confidence
with local area expertise and a wide
selection of boots.
24 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020HOME DECOR
MOUNTAIN ARTS GALLERY AND FRAMING
When you walk into this beautiful store you will see nearly
floor to ceiling Southwest and Western works of art from
pottery to metal wall art. The room to the left of the entrance
(as well as the hall to get to it) is full of unique prints to
browse through.
Don’t Miss: If you find a print that you love, get it framed
at Mountain Arts Gallery, too. One stop shopping!
SOUVENIRS
GALLERIA WEST
This shop with its signature blue awning holds some beautiful pieces
of local art inside its doors. Ask the employees about anything in the
store, if they don’t know about it they have a big book of info about
every handmade item to give you a little story to take home with the
item.
Don’t Miss: They can custom make jewelry with beautiful locally
sourced stones!
NOISY WATER WINERY
RE-STORE If you want a shop with a ton of unique Ruidoso swag,
This store has new, vintage and repurposed home decor. It is a truly check out the gift shop in the front room of Noisy Water
unique place! Re-Store is a favorite among tourists and locals - it was Winery. What’s better than a souvenir shop where you can
one of the most suggested shops on our social media survey! go to the back room for a wine tasting!?
Don’t Miss: The restored and repurposed pieces for a truly unique Don’t Miss: The wine tasting in the back... duh!
addition to your home!
JEWELRY
DJ’S JEWELRY
ACCESSORIES Visit this log cabin to view DJ and Kelly’s designer collection of Native
LEATHERS WITH STYLE American jewelry in 14k gold and sterling, precious and semiprecious
Love that genuine leather smell? Enter this shop and you gemstones. They specialize in quality domestic turquoise.
will find some incredible quality leather goods for men and Don’t Miss: This is another store where the owners are
women. passionate about the pieces they sell! Ask DJ or Kelly
Don’t Miss: This is the perfect place to grab a gift for the about items in the store and learn something new.
hard-to-shop-for man in your life!
TANNER TRADITION
THE PERFECT GIFT The Tanner tradition started back in 1872 when the Tanner family
This cute little shop toward the back of the Time Square shopping started working with the Native American people to bring their
building on Sudderth has a beautiful selection of everything from home authentic jewelry and artwork to the public. Now in the fifth
decor to skincare to jewelry and scarfs. You are sure to find something generation of being a family run establishment, they still offer some of
you just HAVE to have here. the best quality and genuine Native American creations.
Don’t Miss: Their fresh potpourri is displayed in tall glass jars and you Don’t Miss: Chatting with the friendly people working to learn about
pay for it “by the scoop”! the pieces and the traditions and quality cherished by the artisans.
VisitRu i d o s o . c o m • The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ 25Q uality Native American & Designer
Jewelry of the Southwest
575.630.1514
618 Carrizo Canyon Rd. Ruidoso, New Mexico
Open: 10am-5pm | Mon-Sat
Closed in February
WE SPECIAL ORDER!
Also featuring:
James Tsoodle Gordon Snidow
Tim Cox Diane Whitehead
B.C. Nowlin Carla Romero
Michael McCullough
Also showing a wide selection of pottery, rugs, artifacts, metal art, and more...
2530 Sudderth Dr Ruidoso NM 88345 575.257.9748 www.mountainartsgallery.com
26 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020ENDLESS
EATS
BREAKFAST
Wake up excited to enjoy some delicious options in this beautiful village.
From a perfect breakfast burrito to a New Mexico twist on eggs Benedict, Ruidoso has you covered.
HALO HALO
You may have never heard of this one, and it’s because
they just opened toward the end of 2018! Although new,
they are already making a name for themselves as a local
favorite with made-to-order breakfast and lunch and
several Keto-friendly food and drink options (including
Keto Coffee!). Also, they offer CBD that can be added
to any drink!
We suggest: Breakfast Burrito
Pair with: Dirty Chai - a chai latte with a shot of
espresso!
To go: New Mexico roasted bagged coffee or anything
from their New Mexico-sourced gift shop!
CORNERSTONE BAKERY
This staple has been a part of Ruidoso for 20 years as of
this year! You will have a hard time deciding between all
of the yummy baked goods in the case, but don’t worry,
you can grab a box of pastries or bag of bread (or both!)
to go on your way out.
We suggest: Cuba Southwest Eggs Benedict! Think
traditional eggs Benedict, topped with pulled pork,
hollandaise and New Mexico red chile combo.
Pair with: Piñon Coffee at the self-serve coffee station!
To go: Fresh, sliced Green Chile Cheddar Bread (insert
drooling face emoji here.)
PENA’S PLACE
This quaint, little local spot is the perfect breakfast place
for a peaceful, great meal. Traditional breakfast with a
Mexican flare. So. Good.
We suggest: Juevos Rancheros
Pair with: A cup of joe.
To go: A beautiful piece of handmade wooden furniture
or decor crafted by the owner!
VisitRu i d o s o . c o m • The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ 27LUNCH
Some of our favorite lunch spots just so happen to be in Midtown, which makes them
perfect to stop by during a busy day of shopping! Here are a few top lunch picks...
THE VILLAGE BUTTERY THE VILLAGE BUTTERY
Voted “Best Lunch in Lincoln County” many times, The
Village Buttery is always a favorite. They offer soups,
sandwiches, salads, quiche, hot specials, and baked goods
all made fresh daily!
We suggest: Chicken Salad Sandwich (but you really
can’t go wrong!)
Pair with: Tropical Jasmine Iced Tea
To go: Grannie Guthrie’s Buttermilk Pie
TINA’S CAFE
Tina’s recently moved closer to Midtown at the corner
of Sudderth and Mechem. If you have a craving for
something local, go here! This cafe is New Mexican style
food and they do it just right.
We suggest: It’s a tie. The Green Chile Chicken
Tamales OR the Puff Pastry.
Pair with: Lavender Lemonade - made with
fresh brewed lavender flowers in-house!
To go: Green Chile Apple Pie
CAFE RIO
If you have been to Midtown in Ruidoso this
place probably needs no introduction. It is a
hole-in-the-wall gem of a pizza place, and FUN
FACT... don’t ask for ranch - you won’t need it!
Because of its size there is often a wait, but let us tell
you... It is SO worth it!
We suggest: The Connoisseur Pizza - Fresh ricotta,
chopped garlic, red onions, and Italian sausage with a
parmesan cheese crust. Simple, yet delicious.
Pair with: Iced Cream Soda - Vanilla, Strawberry,
Chocolate or Cherry!
To go: A Par-Cooked, Bake-at-Home pizza (Cause who
doesn’t want pizza multiple times on one vacation?!)
28 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020DINNER
After a long day of sightseeing or adventure seeking,
we have some great ideas for places to dine and unwind.
WENDELL’S STEAK & SEAFOOD WENDELL’S STEAK & SEAFOOD
If you are looking for an upscale date night Wendell’s will
not disappoint. With fresh seafood, aged steaks, creative
desserts, and a fantastic wine list all of your desires will be
met. This restaurant is inside Inn of the Mountain Gods
Resort & Casino, therefore there are plenty of options for
before and after dinner activities!
We suggest: Mescalero Tortilla Soup
Pair with: Caliente Cucumber Martini - Vodka Infused
with Jalapeño in-house, Effen Cucumber Vodka garnished
with a slice of cucumber and a salted rim
To go: New York Style Cheesecake
CATTLE BARON
This is a more casual dining experience with some
excellent options. They have something for
everyone on their menu from steak and
chicken to pasta, seafood and even burgers!
However, they are known for their fresh,
extensive salad bar!
We suggest: The Salad Bar with Chicken
Pair with: Peach or Raspberry Iced Tea
To go: Green Chile Stew - Great to reheat
for dinner!
VINNY AND VALS
This spot is in Midtown and perfect after a long day of
shopping! They have great pizza, pasta, and salads. The
atmosphere is open and inviting with cozy booths along 2
walls.
We suggest: Green Chile Chicken Alfredo
Pair with: Something from their great beer and wine
selection.
To go: One of their homemade desserts.
BONUS!: Wanting something a little more casual?
Anaheim Jacks has some unique burgers and a great beer
selection!
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Let us help you satiate that sweet tooth.
Ruidoso knows just how to fulfill all your cravings!
SACRED GROUNDS SACRED GROUNDS
COFFEE & TEA HOUSE
COFFEE & TEA HOUSE
Many locals choose this place as a hangout. In addition
to being a local favorite coffee and tea house, they also
have breakfast lunch and dinner, freshly made desserts
(including house-made gelato!), live music, and one of
the best views of Rio Ruidoso from their massive three-
story deck out back.
We suggest: Your favorite flavor of gelato!
Pair with: Cappuccino
To go: A Sacred Grounds handmade mug
BUFFETT’S CANDIES
If you have a sweet tooth and want a truly authentic
experience try this little candy store. They make all of
their candy fresh with only the best ingredients! Their
motto is “Our candy is made to eat-not to keep!” This is
due to not using preservatives in any of their creations,
but let’s be honest... you won’t be able to keep these too
long anyway! They are just too good.
We suggest: Piñon Rolls - a favorite that has been
featured on Travel Channel’s Delicious Destinations.
Pair with: Piñon Brittle. (We’re serious about the
Piñons)
To go: More candy. Everyone likes a sweet souvenir.
SABOR
Right off of the main drag in Midtown, Sabor has
everything from amazing caramel apples to blue bell ice
cream to fresh fudge.
We suggest: Made-to-order caramel apples with
whatever toppings your heart desires!
Pair with: An icee
To go: Fresh jarred jams or fruity butters!
30 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020575-257-9355 575-258-5676 657 Sudderth Dr. 1200 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 Ruidoso, NM 88345 ww w. cattlebaron .com www.farleyspub.com
IT’S ALWAYS
CHILE IN RUIDOSO
Check out some of the best places to experience the New Mexico famous, Green Chile Phenomenon.
» Award Winning Green Chile State Fair Burger at Oso Grill in Capitan
» Green Chile Strips at Anaheim Jacks
» Green Chile Chicken Tamales or anything smothered in Green Chile Cream Sauce at Tina’s Cafe
» Green Chile Alfredo Pasta or add Roasted Green Chile to your pizza at Vinny and Val’s
» Green Chile Chicken Lasagna at Rio Grande Grill and Taproom
» Fresh Roasted Green Chiles free with entry at Chile the Kid Festival (August 2-4)
» Hatch Green Chile Cheddar Club at Cornerstone Bakery
» Green Chile Enchiladas at Grill Caliente
» Hatch Burger at Hall of Flames
» Annual Great High Mountain Bed Race and Green Chile Cookoff on June 1
» Green Chile Besito Caliente Wine at Noisy Water Winery
» Green Chile Bacon Mac and Cheese at Hunt and Harvest
burgers & brew
7
1097 Mechem Dr.
575.808.8340
OSO GRILL
32 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020Glencoe Distillery
Tasting Room
27495 US Highway 70
Glencoe, NM 88324
575-430-2325
Glencoe Distillery’s
Tasting Room & Lounge
at Sacred Grounds
2704 Sudderth Drive
Ruidoso, NM 88324
575-257-2273
Craft Cocktails
GlenWillis Whiskey • GlenWillis Aquila
Clearly Silver Vodka • Ginger Liqueur
GinWillis Gin • Sacred Grounds Coffee Liqueur
COFFEE • TEA • BEER • WINE • CRAFT COCKTAILS Sacred Grounds
• NM Spirits in Glencoe Distillery Tasting Room - the Entertainment
• Full Menu Serving Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Center for Ruidoso
• Enjoy nature on our elevated decks by the ‘noisy’ Rio Ruidoso Friday Open Mic & Jam Sessions
• Entertainment every weekend Movies and Sports on
Our BIG Screen
Blues, Jazz, Classical, Gospel,
Country, Americana
Special Events & Touring Shows
Check Our Weekly
Schedule on Facebook
So Much More Open 7 Days a Week
Than a Coffee
Monday - Thursday & Sunday: 7:30am - 8pm
Friday & Saturday: 7:30am - 10pm
& Tea House
Rooms and decks may be reserved for special events.
2704 Sudderth Dr. / Ruidoso, NM 88345
575.257.2273 • www.SacredGroundsCoffee.net
• Real Texas Style Barbeque
Circle J • Fresh Traditional Sides Prepared on Site
• Dine-in or Take Out
Barbeque We’re Back!
Under new ownership and management,
featuring the best Central Texas-style
Barbeque this side of Austin. Inside, Circle
J has been completely renovated with a new
kitchen and comfortable seating. Outside, the central
Texas Post Oak-fired smoker has been thoroughly serviced and is ready to
make the tender and juicy smoked meats you dream about and only post oak
wood can produce. It’s not the cheap and easy way, but it’s the cowboy way.
1825 Sudderth Drive • Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 808-8617 • CJBBQRUIDOSO@GMAIL.COMALL THE
BUZZ(ED)
If you’re planning on a night (or day) out on the town,
here are some of our favorite drinks in the area to lift your “spirits”.
PUMPKIN FLIP
Described as pumpkin pie in a glass, this is
essentially a pumpkin pie flavored martini, but
it’s so much more. This nostalgic drink indulges
your sense of smell, taste, and sight. The good
news is it’s not a seasonal drink, it’s offered
year round! It’s a cold, spice drink topped with
whipped cream, a pumpkin wafer, and toasted
cinnamon. You can get this drink at Glencoe
Distillery. You can also enjoy Glencoe’s
distilled cocktails at Sacred Grounds Coffee
and Tea House.
FUN FACT: When you buy a bottle of any of
their spirits they will give you the recipe for
one of their handcrafted drinks included!
Did we
LOCAL mention Lyft
is available in
TIP Ruidoso? Get
home safe.
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Coyote Call - An American wheat ale
Rye Knot - Belgian Rye Pale, complex from the start
Connectivity IPA - Modestly hopped India Pale Ale
Ruidoso Blonde - Balanced beer brewed with Pilsen malt and mildly hopped
All of these brews can be enjoyed at one of the awesome weekly events held at Lost Hiker Brewing Company in Ruidoso Downs.
BIG LEGS RED
This red wine has a
playful nose with a hint RIO GRANDE IPA
of the enticing spice to A good hoppy mixture
come. A smooth fruity that makes for a well
start and a medium rounded IPA. This beer
body builds into a robust has strong grapefruit
taste. This is one of the and pine flavors with
favorites at Noisy Water a hint of pepper. Rio
Winery. You can enjoy Grande Grill and Tap
Noisy Water wines Room has great food
at many restaurants and is owned by the
around Ruidoso, but we couple that established
definitely suggest one of Sierra Blanca Brewing
their tasting rooms on Company and thus
Sudderth - The Cellar serves up all of their
Uncorked or Noisy local brews on tap
Water Winery. (including this one!).
CASA MARGARITA
Not your average
margarita. This specialty
staple at Casa Blanca
Restaurant on Mechem
has a sour citrus bite that
unveils a sweet, salty middle
with agave and floral notes.
Casa Blanca has amazing
Mexican food and this sassy
drink kicks your experience
off right.WHERE TO
ADMIRE THE ARTS
MOUNTAIN ARTS GALLERY
Why You Should Go: Mountain Arts Gallery is a beautiful gallery in the heart of midtown
featuring Southwest and Western art including originals, prints, pottery, metal art, etc.
What You’ll Experience: Gorgeous pieces for sale that exemplify the beauty
of Lincoln County nearly floor to ceiling.
Details: 2530 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso. Open daily 10 am - 6 pm.
For more information visit mountainartsgallery.com
ALTO ARTIST STUDIO TOUR
Why You Should Go: Vacation is about taking control of your time.
If you love art, the Alto Artists’ Studio Tour is a self-guided opportunity
to see what the artists see while creating.
What You’ll Experience: Just north of Ruidoso on Highway 48, art
lovers can find paintings, metal sculptures, wood and gourd, leatherwork,
tiles, quilts, photography and hand-woven shawls and scarves.
Details: August 2-4, 2019. Friday & Saturday 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday
12 pm - 4 pm. There is an Artists’ Preview Party at Spencer Theater on
July 31st from 5-7 pm. This year they will be honoring special guest
Mescalero Apache Oliver Enjady. For more information visit altoartists.com
ART LOOP
Why You Should Go: This studio tour was started by local artists in Lincoln
County so they could share their methods and studios! 24 years later and this
tour around the area is still a beautiful one you won’t want to miss.
What You’ll Experience: Follow a map to studios around the area that
artists have opened up to the public to show how they make their art.
Details: July 5-7, 2019. For more information visit artloop.org
GALLERIA WEST
Why You Should Go: This shop is run by a husband and wife duo. They have
information about nearly every piece in their store and the artist who created it.
What You’ll Experience: A helpful staff that can help you find some unique,
local items and jewelry to bring home with you.
Details: 2358 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso. Friday 9 am - 5 pm.
For more information visit galleriawest.us
RUIDOSO ART AND WINE FESTIVAL
Why You Should Go: Art. AND. Wine. Need we say more? But really, this event in its 48th year is run by the Ruidoso Chamber of
Commerce and is everything the event title promises and more.
What You’ll Experience: Artists from around the country bring their artwork to Ruidoso to sell and some demonstrate how they
create their works. While you are walking around admiring the art enjoy wine tastings from wineries from all around New Mexico.
Details: July 26-28, 2019. Ruidoso Convention Center. Friday Noon - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday 11 am - 5 pm. For more
information visit ruidosonow.com/art-festival
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THE HURD FAMILY TRADITIONS
Many artists find the fertile Hondo valley along
Highway 70 irresistible. It’s rich in history and
scenery. Peter Hurd often painted its iconic skies
and hillsides.
Halfway between Old Lincoln and the Tunstall
Ranch is the Whiskey Trail. Undoubtedly, Billy the
Kid and the Regulators would stop over there, in
San Patricio, NM.
The Hurd-La Rinconada Gallery is nestled beside a
retired polo field behind St. Jude Mission. It’s part
of the Hurd’s Sentinel Ranch. Peter and Henriette
Wyeth fell in love with this land and its people and
together. They spent hours exploring plant Plans are in motion to begin an orchard and
pieced the 2000+ acres together during their
species, their uses, and historic places. vineyard near The La Rinconada Gallery.
lifetime.
A wine tasting facility will open soon in
The family’s love for this environment is conjunction with the Noisy Water Winery in
Their son, Michael Hurd manages ranch operations
obvious. The ranch still provides endless Ruidoso.
and continues painting in the family tradition.
subjects in still life, landscapes, and portraits.
Ashley Martin is the agricultural project
“Henriette was known for capturing the beauty of
The property also boasts 5 charming, adobe manager. “We hope people will enjoy spending
flowers before they would wilt and die. . . and she
guest homes (most over 100 years old) that some time here. There are some beautiful
did as you can see . . . she kept them alive,” says
are available to rent year round. The property places where people can take a picnic and a
gallery director, Shelly Buffalo Calf.
is just over 30 minutes from Ruidoso and only bottle of wine, and get to enjoy the property.”
a few minutes from Glencoe Distillery and
Like his dad, Michael Hurd is also a land
Hondo Iris Farm. For more information go to hurdgallery.com.
conservationist. They used to ride horseback
LOCAL MUSICIAN SPOTLIGHT
JONES + MILES PHOTO BY KLAS ÅHMAN
The brothers play mandolin and
guitar and share vocals with Miles.
Since 2014, the band has been
tearing it up at bars and beer
festivals in New Mexico and West
If you’re looking for foot-stompin’, Texas.
good-timin’ music from the deep
roots of the Ruidoso mountains… “We just wanna entertain fans,
have these guys got a show for and engage them in live shows
you! guaranteed to make you stomp
your feet!” says Tyler.
Jones and Miles is a four-piece
Americana, bluegrass, traditional The band has morphed from
Irish, blues and punk rockin’ traditional bluegrass to what they
machine. call New Mexico Trashgrass.
Chris Miles, on bass, and Donny With Ruidoso’s Rich Cagle and
Marling on drums and percussion Montrose Records, Jones & Miles
provide good soil for this hard will release Jackrabbit, their first
CHECK OUT JONES + MILES LIVE: drivin’ combo. full-length studio album, this
summer.
» performing at Lost Hiker Brewing Company (Check out Tyler and Cody Jones form the
the brewery’s weekly events on their Facebook page) living legacy of their dad, Randy “Prepare your livers and dancing
Jones. His career includes the shoes for a summer to remember
» hosting Open Mic Night at Lost Hiker on Wednesdays Flying J Wranglers and even with New Mexico’s trashgrass
(6-9 pm) and Hidden Tap on Thursdays (8-11:30 pm)! the Moonpie Daince Band in and Irish punk specialists, Jones &
Midtown’s notorious Buckaroo Miles,” says Tyler.
Follow them on Facebook and Instagram Lounge back in the day.
@JonesandMiles for up-to-date show schedule.@RANDYB2011
INN OF THE MOUNTAIN GODS
When the sun goes down, things heat up at the Inn of the Mountain Gods.
Guests can enjoy their evening in style with some of the biggest headliners and up-
and-comers in the country, or with a nightcap at Wendell’s Lounge overlooking Lake
Mescalero.
They have live music at multiple locations and top comedians every week at Club 49
inside the casino. Or check out their 2,000-seat event center. The party never ends.
TIP:
Visit our website
WHERE TO SEE LIVE for up-to-date
LOCAL MUSIC IMG & Spencer
» Sacred Grounds
» Halo Coffee Shop
» Club 49
TIP:
For more
events!
» Lost Hiker Brewery
» Win Place Show info see
» Hidden Tap page 71
» Quarters
» Vinny and Val’s
» Tall Pines
SPENCER THEATER
Since opening in 1997, the non-profit Spencer
Theater for the Performing Arts in Alto, New Mexico
has presented an impressive array of professional
performances throughout the years. The countless
talents have included superstars in music, drama, and
comedy, and scores of fabulous touring Broadway
musicals and plays, internationally touring productions,
symphonies and operas, all forms of famed dance
companies, improv and stand-up comedy, and an
abundance of pop, rock and big band revues and
tributes. Family and children’s theatre also highlight
the theater’s annual schedules and shows designed
specifically for school children fill the hall every year.
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EXCITEMENT...
Live Racing May 10 - Labor Day
RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK & CASINO
26225 US Highway 70 • Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346 • 575-378-4431 • www.RaceRuidoso.comYOU BET! Casino Open All Year Billy The Kid Casino is a Responsible Gaming Property. For more information call 800-572-1142
PLACE
YOUR BETS
Ruidoso has many opportunities for you to roll some dice, play cards
and place bets! Whether you’re interested in unwinding at a card
table after a long day or you want to make a day of it with slots,
horse racing and a festival, we’ve got you covered!
INN OF THE MOUNTAIN GODS CASINO
Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino provides all kinds of
activities and events, but if you just want to lay low and spin the
wheel or yell “Bingo!” check out their casino! It is owned and run
by the Mescalero Apache Tribe.
TIP:
Check out their
» Slots » Poker » Blackjack » Craps » Roulette » Bingo
websites for their
frequent gaming
promotions!
RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK
& BILLY THE KID CASINO
With festivals and weekly themes throughout race season you are
sure to have a blast at the race track. The casino is just steps away
making it easy to go from horse racing to slots in just minutes!
» Live Horse Racing Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays
» Both Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred Racing
» 150 New Slot Machines inside Billy the Kid Casino
» Festivals and Promotions Every Weekend All Summer
photo by Russ Pearce
CASINO APACHE TRAVEL CENTER
This casino is a little more low key that the other two
options and provides several gaming options. This casino
includes a full-service truck stop and soft touch car wash.
It is also owned and operated by the Mescalero Apache Tribe.
» Slots » Blackjack » Roulette » Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em Poker
42 The Official Ruidoso Visitor Guide™ • 20 1 9 -2020RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK
& BILLY THE KID CASINO
2019 EVENTS
MAY 28-30 RED RAIDER WEEKEND 9-11 BATTLE OF THE BASES
10-12 OPENING WEEKEND » Appearance by Masked Rider » Rio Grande TB Trials /
» Texas Tech Alumni Reception $20,000 Brigand Handicap
» Ruidoso Maiden Stakes Trials Friday night » Fitness team from Holloman and
» Mother’s Day Roses Sunday » Blue Light Live featuring Dirty River Cannon Air Force Bases compete on
» HomeGrown Boyz after the races Boys and Kody West 7 pm the race track Saturday
17-19 PREAKNESS STAKES WEEKEND » $60,000 Adequan Derby Challenge 16-18 ALL AMERICAN FUTURITY &
» Preakness Stakes Simulcast » $50,000 Higheasterjet Handicap / DERBY TRIALS WEEKEND
John Deere Juvenile Trials $
45,000 Danley Distaff » $3-million All American Futurity Trials
» 2nd Leg of Triple Crown / $500 » $1 million (est.) All American Derby Trials
Handicapping Contest » New Mexico-Bred Horse Sale
» $1 Hot Dogs/Popcorn/Sodas
JULY
4-7 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND 23-25 ALBERTSON’S BACK TO
24-27 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND » Rainbow Futurity/Derby Trials SCHOOL LUNCHBOX
» Ruidoso Futurity/Derby Trials » Jeep Wrangler Giveaway inside GIVEAWAY WEEKEND
» BBQ Grill Giveaway Billy the Kid Casino Billy the Kid Casino » Jockey Autograph Party
» Yarbrough Band in Sports Bar » Yarbrough Band in Sports Bar » First 500 on Saturday receive a free
back-to-school lunchbox
» $100,000 (est.) Maiden Stakes Final 12-14 MINE THAT BIRD 10TH » $1 Hot Dogs/Popcorn/Sodas all weekend
» Red Steagall/Flag Presentation ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND
on Sunday » Trials for Zia Festival Aug. 30- LABOR DAY WEEKEND
May 31- TOURNAMENT WEEKEND » Appearance by 2009 Kentucky Derby Sept. 2 ALL AMERICAN FUTURITY &
Winner Mine That Bird on Saturday DERBY
June 2 » $25,000 Dash for Speed Stakes /
$25,000 John Deere Juvenile » Commemorative Posters of » $3-million All American Futurity
» $30,000 First Lady Handicap Mine That Bird » $1 million (est.) All American Derby
» Slot Machine Tournaments » Multiple Stakes Races
19-21 RAINBOW FUTURITY
Billy the Kid Casino
& DERBY WEEKEND » All American Yearling Horse Sale
» $1.5-million Rainbow Futurity and » Dodge Ram Pickup Giveaway,
JUNE $
750,000 (est) Rainbow Derby Finals Billy the Kid Casino
7-9 RUIDOSO FUTURITY/DERBY » $100k Corona Cartel /
PLUS BELMONT WEEKEND 100k Rainbow Juvenile
$
» $1-million Ruidoso Futurity / 26-28 ZIA FESTIVAL WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER
$750,000 (est.) Ruidoso Derby 18-22 GOLDEN ASPEN MOTORCYCLE
» Belmont Stakes $500 Handicapping » Zia Festival - Over 60 vendors in RALLY WEEKEND
Grandstand and Tent
Contest » Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally
» Dr Pepper Handicapping Contest » Multiple New Mexico-Bred Stakes Races
» Rock-Music Concert Saturday Night at 8 pm
» $100,000 Mr. Jess Perry / $100,000 » Saturday night concert by Jake Hooker 7 pm
Ruidoso Juvenile » Children’s Activities in tent
14-16 FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND
OCTOBER
11-14 LINCOLN COUNTY COWBOY
» $350,000 Mountain Top QH Final /
$30,000 Ruidoso Sprint Handicap
AUGUST SYMPOSIUM WEEKEND
2-4 CHILE THE KID BEER & WINE » 30th annual Lincoln County Cowboy
» Father’s Day Weekend / Family Day FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY
Sunday (Kids on Race Track) Symposium (cowboysymposium.org)
CITY BANK
» Dad’s Giveaway inside Billy the Kid Casino » Daytime events Fri/Sat/Sun
» Chile Roasting and Wine/Beer Tastings
» $1 Hot Dogs/Popcorn/Sodas on Sunday » Thursday Concert: Texas Playboys
» The Long Run (Eagles Tribute) featuring Jason Roberts
21-23 FIESTA WEEKEND performs in tent Fri/Sat at 6 pm
» Friday Concert: Quebe Sisters/Asleep
» Los Lonely Boys Concert Saturday 7 pm » $50,000 Mr Jet Moore Handicap at the Wheel
» $175,000 Mountain Top TB Final » Saturday Concert: Texas Jamm Band
» Fresh Boys Car Club Show / Mariachis (George Strait’s Ace in the Hole Band)
in the Grandstand
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