Question: I'm watching a program on the Food Network about an annual Chuck Wagon Cookoff in Ruidoso. It looks like it is in Ruidoso Downs. Do you know when it is held?

Answer: Yes the cook-off is an annual affair and is presented as part of the Lincoln County Cowboy Symposium every October .... visit www.hubbardmuseum.org for specifics on this year's event. Thank you for visiting. We are happy to assist you in any way with Ruidoso Travel Information. Consider subscribing to our Monthly GoRuidoso E-Newsletter.

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Question: Is there anything occurring or planned in the Ruidoso area for the Fourth of July holiday weekend. You know parades, fireworks or live music? Let me know thanks.

Answer: Yes, we have a variety of things of that ilk occurring every 4th of July in Ruidoso and its surroundings. The Inn of the Mountain Gods, the Village of Capitan and the Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts all have events planned for our Nation's Birthday. Check out the events listings for the Ruidoso area at www.ruidosoevents.com for more information and actual event dates.

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Question: What are the dates for the Ruidoso motorcycle rally?

Answer: Well Jim ... we have two in our fair little Village. Yup, twice a year we invite the scooter crowd to town to enjoy some of the best touring roads in America. Spring and Fall, May and September is when they take place every year. The Aspencash Rally occurs every May and The Golden Aspen Rally every Fall. Easiest way to stay in touch on the special events is to take a look at www.motorcyclerally.com ... all the details are right here for you.

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Question: What goes on for Aspen Fest weekend? I saw a mention of this and was not sure exactly what it entails? Can you help with some information?

Answer: Happy to help Clarissa! Aspenfest occurs the first weekend of October and has been ever since Ruidoso Rob was just a sapling. The weekend includes The fantastic Aspenfest parade at 10:00 AM through midtown Ruidoso, The Classic Car show at Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, The New Mexico State Chili cook-off and a great Arts and Crafts fair at Schoolhouse Park in Ruidoso. For more information and the annual dates visit www.ruidosoevents.com.

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Question: Tell me about the Ruidoso Arts Festival if you would please?

Answer: This is the big one! A juried art show which has now been occurring for almost 40 years. Artists from all over the Southwest are invited and only the best of the best are allowed to exhibit. This event is very well run and occurs at the Ruidoso Convention Center and is sponsored by the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce. For more information and the annual dates visit www.ruidosoevents.com. Thanks for the question.

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