Celebrate Autumn in Ruidoso with Old West photos, food, kids game’ games, 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 yearly with a parade Saturday at 10 a.m. through Midtown Ruidoso. Fall is a time for tradition and friends, and our small mountain town is perfect for that.
The theme of this year's parade is Heroes of Ruidoso.
Event Schedule
Parade
Parade through Midtown at 10:00 AM
The Festival starts right after the parade at Wingfield Park until 6:00 PM
Traffic Control:
Road closures begin at 9:30 AM and will affect Sudderth Drive from Paradise Canyon Drive to the Traffic Circle on Main Road, with no traffic past 9:45 AM. Please plan alternate routes as delays are expected due to closures and congestion. View the barricade location list.
Post-Parade Festival at Wingfield Park
Live Music Lineup
McKenzie: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
The Mammoth Cults (Matthew Palmer): 1:30 - 3:30 PM
The Flying J Wranglers: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Free Kids’ Activities
Hosted by the Ruidoso Public Library from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
Festival Admission
General: $5
Tasting Admission: $20
Kids 12 and under: Free
Don’t miss out on a fun-filled day for the whole family!