Ruidoso, New Mexico Calendar of Events

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February 4: The Texas Tenors at the Spencer Theater: Three ruggedly handsome men in Stetsons who sing tenor! Superb tenors at that, opera and Broadway seasoned with deep musicality, harmonic blending and million dollar smiles. What more could you ask for! For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

February 10: Great White & Slaughter: Great White & Slaughter hit the Inn of the Mountain Gods stage. The hard rock band Great White was formed in L.A. in 1978, gaining popularity in the ’80s and ’90s. American heavy metal band Slaughter was formed in Las Vegas, Nevada by lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Mark Slaughter and bassist Dana Strum. For more info, call (800) 545-9011. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340 Purchase Tickets

February 12: Valentine Soiree Dinner Dance at the Spencer Theater: Singles and couples alike are invited to celebrate the beauty of love and life at the Guild of the Spencer Theater’s 11th Annual Dinner & Dance Valentine Soiree. Taking place on the stage of the Spencer Theater, the celebration includes a gourmet three-course dinner, complimentary cocktail and dancing to the Michael Francis Trio. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

February 17: Joe Nichols: Don't miss Joe Nichols at 8 p.m. at the Inn of the Mountain Gods! For more info, call (800) 545-9011. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340

February 23: Damn Yankees at the Spencer Theater: Home-runs, hit songs and a sizzling siren named Lola have made DAMN YANKEES a musical comedy favorite. Written by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross (of The Pajama Game fame), this frothy tale of a baseball fanatic who sells his soul to the Devil to help his favorite team win the pennant race won 8 Tony Awards – including Best Musical. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

February 29: Ski Apache Disabled Skiers Program: This is the first event for the Disabled Skiers Program this year! For more info, call 575-808-1441. Ski Apache Ski Mountain

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March 3: Las Cruces Chamber Orchestra: A vivacious young symphony blossomed in the desert nearly 50 years ago when the Las Cruces Symphony Orchestra (LCSO) organized to provide symphonic music to the region. Season after season ever since, the orchestra has performed classical, pops and youth concerts to standing ovations and rave reviews. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

March 7: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933 . 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

March 11: Daylight Savings Time Begins: Don't forget to spring forward!

March 16: Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives: Barn-burning honky tonk and hillbilly rock is the hallmark country sound of Marty Stuart, the four-time Grammy winning star who first made his mark on the charts in the 90s. Tickets are $79. Fried chicken pre-show buffet $20. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

March 16-18: Mountain Living Home and Garden Show: Hundreds of home and garden experts and retailers from 4 states present latest products, services and innovative ideas! Shoppers enjoy gourmet specialties, antiques, newest appliances, spas, flooring, windows and window treatments. For more info, call 575-808-0655. Ruidoso Convention Center

March 29: LeAnn Rimes: Don't miss Country singer, LeAnn Rimes at the Inn of the Mountain Gods! For more info, call (800) 545-9011. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340 Purchase Tickets

March 31: REO Speedwagon: Come see REO Speedwagon in concert at the Inn of the Mountain Gods! For more info, call (800) 545-9011. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340 Purchase Tickets

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April 4: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933 . 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

April 7: Trinity Site Tour 2012: Only possible twice a year. First Saturday of April and October. Free admission and no reservations necessary. Caravan will depart from Tularosa High School on the west side of the athletic field at 8am. Line up begins at 7:15am and return arrival at 2pm. For more info, call 575-437-6120.

April 14: Country Royalty: Jason Petty & Carolyn Martin pay tribute to Hank Williams & Patsy Cline. Tickets at $69. Pre-show short rib buffet $20. Performance starts at 7pm. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

April 19: Engelbert Humperdinck: The British pop singer, Engelbert Humperdinck preforms at the Inn of the Mountain Gods For more info, call (800) 545-9011. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340 Purchase Tickets

April 21: Spencers Theater of Illusion: One of the largest touring magical shows on the road today comes to the Spencer Theater. Tickets are $59. Pre-show roast turkey buffet at 5pm $20. Performance starts at 7pm. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

April 28: Coppelia at the Spencer Theater: The full-length, classic tale is a livelier, more realistic story than most other ballet classics: it’s a heart-warming story about two young lovers and a romantic toy-maker who thinks he has magical powers. Old Dr. Coppelius lets everyone believe his creation, Coppélia, a mechanical doll, is a real person, and so captivating is she that young Franz falls in love with her. Performance is $28 at 2pm and 7pm. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

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May 2: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933 . 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

May 3: Prayer Breakfast: 6:30am to 8am. Breakfast buffet at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Tickets can be picked up at Rio Ruidoso Realtors at 1204 Mechem or at KEDU 1009 Mechem. For more info, call 575-937-2849. Ruidoso Convention Center

May 4-5: 10th Annual Smokey Bear Days: The event includes fire prevention and educational booths, free live music, a street dance, visits from Smokey Near throughout the event and at the cutting of his birthday cake during the street dance. Parade is on Saturday at 10am. For more info, call 575-354-2748. Capitan, NM

May 5: Gary Puckett and the Union Gap: During the late 60s Gary Puckett & The Union Gap forged a series of massive chart ballads 'almost otherworldly in their sheer earnestness, melodrama, and white-bread conservatism,' says Music Critic Guide’s Jason Ankeny. 'The group pioneered the hip-to-be-square concept...clad in Civil War-era get-ups (complete with fictitious military ranks) … Puckett and the Union Gap were in their own way as far-out and singular as any other act of the period.' Performance is at 7pm. Tickets are $69. Pre-show Angus burger buffer dinner $20. For more info, call (888) 818-7872 or (575) 336-4800. 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, NM Visit Our Website

May 17-20: AspenCash Motorcycle Rally: Ride the high roads where the sky meets the horizon. Beat the heat and find yourself riding the shaded pines of the Sacramentos. For more info, call 1-800-452-8045 or 575-257-8696.

May 25-28: Ruidoso Downs Race Track Opening Weekend: Ruidoso Downs Race Track host exciting annual living racing from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. For more info, call 575-378-4140. 26225 US HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346 Visit Our Website

May 26: Flying J Ranch Opens: Opening Day for the season, May through September 2012. Gates open at 5:30pm. Gunfights being at 6:45pm, dinner bell rings at 7:00pm and the western stage show starts at 8:00pm. $24 for adults and $14 for children under 13. For more info, call 575-336-4330. Visit Our Website

May 26-27: Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Gun & Collectible Show: Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 9am-4pm. Explore aisles and aisles of booths filled with all sorts of treasure. Admission is $5 for adults and kids get in free. For more info, call 575-258-1345 or 575-257-2776. Ruidoso Convention Center

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June 2: Ruidoso Mountain of Blues Festival: The 15th Annual Mountain Ruidoso Mountain of Blues Festival kicks off Friday Night June 1st at the Quarters Night Club and Grill ... with the Big Day Saturday June 4th and more music back at The Quarters on Sunday Afternoon. For more info, call 575-257-9533. 501 Wingfield, Ruidoso, NM 88345

June 3: St. Joseph Apache Mission Parish Bazaar: 12pm to 5pm. Games, arts and crafts, entertainment. For more info, call 575-464-4473. 636 Mission Trail, Mescalero 88340

June 6: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933 . 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

June 16-17: High Rolls Cherry Festival: Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 9am-4pm. Cherries and cherry products. Delicious entertainment. Over 60 arts and crafts vendors in the walk through the woods. Food, drink and children's activities. For more info, call 575-682-6044. East of US Tunnel HWY 82

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July 4: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

July 13-15: Fort Stantion Live: Candellight tour is Friday night (book early - this sells out). Wild West Show with Civil War reenactments, and Mountain Men, Vendors, food and entertainment. For more info, call 575-354-0341. Fort Stanton, NM

July 27-29: Ruidoso Art Festival: Art lovers from the serious collector to the first time buyer will be sure to discover treasures to complement any lifestyle or budget at the Ruidoso Art Festival. Friday 12pm to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm. For more info, call 1-877-784-3676.

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August 1: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

August 3-5: Old Lincoln Days: Street vendors, food, parade and mountain man camp. Activities happen throughout the day. Join us for the 'Last Escape of Billy the Kid' folk pageant. The episodes of the pageant are based on historical facts of the notorious Lincoln County War and in particular its focus is centered upon the best remembered of its fighters, Billy the Kid. For more info, call 575-653-4372.

August 4-5: Alto Artist Stuido Tour: Free, self guided tour offers you the chance to explore behind the scenes of the Alto Art Community. The public is invited to visit private studios and homes to interact with 26 local professional artists. For more info, call 575-937-4468.

August 24-26: Noon Lions Club Antique Show & Sale: Early American Native, American, European and more! Proceeds benefit Ruidoso Noon Lions Club. Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 11am-4pm. Admission is $3 in advance and $4 at the door. 3 day tickets are $5. For more info, call 575-257-2776 or 575-336-7706. Ruidoso Convention Center

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September 5: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

September 12-16: 41st Annual Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally: Rally for motorcycle riders with poker run, events and vendors. A tradition in Ruidoso for more than 40 years. Saturday motorcycle parade starts at 10am. For more info, call 1-800-452-8045 or 575-257-8696. 287 Carrizo Canyon Road Mescalero , NM 88340

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October 3: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

October 6: Trinity Site Tour 2012: 8am, at the site, visitors can take a quarter mile walk to grounds zero, where a small obelisk marks the exact spot where the bomb was exploded on July 16, 1945. A vehicle caravan that will form at the Tularosa High School football field parking lot. The caravan will leave Tularosa at 8am. For more info, call 575-437-6120 or 575-678-1134.

October 6: Aspenfest Parade: Midtown, Saturday at 10am from the corner of Sudderth and Mechem to the 700 block of Sudderth. The Parade is in conjunction with the Aspenfest Weekend, which allows residents and visitors alike to participate in the celebration of our caring community, the cool crispness of the coming fall and the beauty that is Ruidoso. For more info, call 1-877-784-3676.

October 6: Aspenfest Rod Run and Car Show: 8am to 4pm hot rods and classic cars on display. This event is in conjunction with Aspenfest Weekend. For more info, call 915-598-0621.

October 6-7: NM State Open Chili Cook-Off and Chile Society Chili Cook-Off: The Annual New Mexico State Open Chili Cook-Off be held on Saturday, October 6th and the Chile Society Pod Chili Cook-Off will be held on Sunday, October 7th. These Events are held in conjunction with Aspenfest Weekend. Chili Turn-In. Judging and Public Tasting are at noon. For more info, call 575-336-8399 or 520-419-0202. 26225 US HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

October 6-7: Aspenfest Arts and Crafts Fair: Part of the Aspenfet Weekend. Unique, handmade items. Admission is $1. For more info, call 575-378-4661. Schoolhouse Park (next to the public pool)

October 12-14: Lincoln Country Cowboy Symposium: Ruidoso Downs plays host to the nation's finest cowboy festival with old west storytellers, musicians (including the world famous Texas Playboys), western artist and craftsmen for three days of events, cowboy competitions, horse demonstrations, western swing dancing, kids rodeo and educational activities. For more info, call 575-378-4431. 26225 US HWY 70, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

October 19-20: Ruidoso Oktoberfest: Friday 5pm to 11pm and Saturday 12pm to 11pm. $8 for one day or $14 for two days. Young adults age 13 to 18 are $5 for one day or $8 for two days. Children under 12 are free (must be accompanied by an adult). For more info, call 575-257-6171.

October 27: Ski Run Road Challenge: 8am - The 6th annual Ski Run Road Challenge offers 3 events packing in one day: 3M fun run, 12M solo run and 12M relay (team of 4). Great scenery, famous carved Ruidoso bear prizes, fantastic food makes the run a must in New Mexico. 575-257-9507 or 575-937-7106 E-mail Us

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November 3: Electronic Recycle at Lawrence Brothers: 9am to noon. Drop off your obsolete, outdated and replaced electronic items to be recycled by Greentree Solid Waste. For more info, call 575-257-5030 or 575-378-4697. 721 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345

November 7: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

November 9-11: Christmas Jubliee: The Annual Christmas Jubilee offers something for everyone. Bring the kids and meet Santa. Shop for unique gifts and get a head start on Christmas. Admission is $1 and kids under 12 are free. Military are free with ID Visit Our Website

November 22: Opening Day at Ski Apache: Ski Apache Opens for the Winter Season For more info, call 575-464-3600. Ski Apache Ski Mountain

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December 5: Lincoln & Otero County Healthy Life Initiative: Community gardens strengthen community bonds; provide healthy, locally grown produce for families; create educational and recreational opportunities; and promote environmental awareness. For more info, call (575) 336-1933. 901 Mechem Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 (Hot Shot Building)

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