Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso Old West photos, food, kids games, a mechanical bull, live music, arts and crafts, and a festive parade!

AspenFest, Ruidoso’s annual fall celebration, the first weekend in October, 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. AspenFest weekend is kicked off every year with a parade Saturday at 10 a.m. through Midtown Ruidoso. The fall is a time for tradition and friends, and our mountain is the perfect spot.

Parade: 10:00 AM; Midtown (Sudderth Drive)

Festival: October 7, 2023, Wingfield Park (300 Center Street)

Doors open at 11 am

Concert Schedule:

Noon - 1 pm: Matthew Palmer Band

1:30 - 2:30 pm: Nova Rush

3 -4 pm: Marie Manning

4:30 -6:00 pm- Phill Hamilton