NOVEMBER

13th-15^th              

21st Annual Christmas Jubilee 
Shop ‘til you drop and bring the kids for a visit with Santa.
Convention Center.
Fri: Noon-6, Sat. 10-6, & Sun. 11-4
Admission only $1! And children under 12 Free. 
www.christmasjubilee.net

14^th

Bjorn Again, The ABBA Experience 
The most popular ABBA tribute band in the world celebrates the ABBA phenomenon. A remarkably accurate visual reflection of ABBA’s stage look, BJORN AGAIN perfectly captures their catchy sound, dance steps and humor. 
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts
8 pm.
$59 & $56.
More Info: 1-888- 818-7872  Web: www.spencertheater.com

23^rd

Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance
Michael Flatley’s world famous Celtic dance sensation features 40 dancers whose passions ignite in a love story brimming with dramatic leaps and turns against a backdrop of exhilarating Celtic rhythms. 
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts  
8 pm.
$79 & $76.
More Info: 1-888- 818-7872  Web: www.spencertheater.com

26th & 27^th

Mescalero Arts & Crafts Show 
Visitors can enjoy arts and crafts made by local artists. Great for holiday gifts! 
Inn of the Mountain Gods
0 am to 6 pm both days.
More Info: 1-877-277-4577  Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com

26^th

Ski Apache Opening Day 
 Adult full day $26 & Child Full Day $17. 
More Info: 464-3600  Web: www.skiapache.com

27^th

Annual Lighting of the Village
Walk through Midtown at dusk to view the lighting of the Midtown Merchant Shops and Light Poles down the street. 
More Info: 575-257-7395 

27th, 28th, & 29^th

Walk Through Bethlehem 
Interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. You are encouraged to talk with the actors about the times they portray.  
6pm. 45 minutes presentation. Reservations recommended
Angus Church of the Nazarene.
More Info: 575-336-8032 

30^th

Gingerbread House Competition Entries 
What are the holidays without Gingerbread Houses!? Call for details about the competition and where to view the entries. Goes through December 4th.
Inn of the Mountain Gods
More Info:   575-464-7777

DECEMBER

3^rd

Christmas in the Park
Join the Village of Ruidoso in their annual lighting of the Yule Log. Santa and cookies will be there, of course
Schoolhouse Park.
6 pm
Free admission

4th, 5th, & 6^th

Walk Through Bethlehem Angus Church of the Nazarene.
45 minute interactive walk through a recreated village of Bethlehem at the time of Christ’s Birth. Cast of over 60 live actors plus real animals. Talk to the actors about the times they portray.
Friday: 6-8 pm.
Saturday: 2pm Matinee with Reservations Required.
Sunday: 6-8pm. Reservations recommend
More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

4th, 5th, & 6^th

Lincoln County Community Theater .
The Christmas Story. Join us in the tradition--no legged lamps, please....
Friday: 7pm, Saturday: 2pm, Sunday: 2pm.
Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center
More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

4^th

A Ronny Kole Christmas 
Famed New Orleans jazz piano great Ronnie Kole, is joined by his dynamic trio for a delightful night of Kole stylings on all of your favorite Christmas classics and traditional jazz standards.
8 pm. $49 & $46.
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts.
More Info: 1-888- 818-7872  Web: www.spencertheater.com

5^th

Parade of Lights
Beautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights--Parade of Lights starts at 5:30 pm from the corner of Sudderth/Mechem, through Midtown, down to the Chamber of Commerce. 
5:30pm
Midtown Ruidoso
More Info: 575-257-7395  E-mail: info@ruidosonow.com  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

6^th

ENMU-Ruidoso 6^th Annual Community Choir Christmas Concert
3 pm
Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts.
More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS   Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/fol

9^th

Christmas at the Lodge .
Merriment and carols led by Ol' St. Nick. Cider, Hot Chocolate, Confections. Fundraiser for Big Brothers, Big Sisters. 
6:30 pm.
The Lodge at Sierra Blanca
 More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

11th, 12th, & 13^th

Lincoln County Community Theater 
The Christmas Story.
Friday: 7pm, Saturday: 2pm, Sunday: 2pm. 
 Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center
 More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

13^th

Willie Nelson
Singer, songwriter, actor, and activist Willie Nelson will be performing live. Performance starts at 7pm. The "Outlaw" country singer burst onto the music scene in the  1970's with the release of "Red Headed Stranger". His dozens of albums and hundreds of songs have made him on of the most recognized and popular artists in country music.
Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino
More Info: 1-888- 324-0348  Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com

17^th

Fireside Celebration at The Lodge
Festival of Lights happens because of the tremendous efforts of volunteers and sponsors. Join us at The Lodge at Sierra Blanca for a fireside cocktail party honoring our community members that truly have the giving spirit.  Area caterers will provide hors d’oeuvres.
6-9pm. Free and open to the public
The Lodge at Sierra Blanca
More Info:  1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web:  www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

19^th

Ski Apache Torch Light Parade 
A native drum will begin playing at 5 p.m., and the Parade is at 6. Veteran skiers and their lighted torches will ski down the mountain. Assorted snacks and refreshments will be available.
Spectators are encouraged to be there by 5:45  
Free admission!
Ski Apache
More Info: 1-888-71-LIGHTS  Web: www.RuidosoNow.com/FOL

19^th

The Nutcracker 
Starring more that 50 Ruidoso-area dancers ages 4 and up, the two-act ballet classic is under the artistic direction of Deborah Rogers, a former professional dancer with several Houston companies.  RDE's Nutcracker features delightful choreography, lavish costumes and sweet scenery that never fails to impress. 
2 & 7 pm.
Tickets are $28.
Spencer Theater
More Info: 1-888-818-7872  Web: www.spencertheater.com

22^nd

Flyng J Wranglers Christmas Special .
The Flying J Wranglers' holiday show features rich melodious western yodeling, vocals, fiddle and guitars in a program of traditional favorites and new and classic western/cowboy Christmas songs, instrumentals and homespun comedy. Their home-cooked chuck wagon meals, western stage shows and Christmas concerts are a favorite.
 8 pm. $29 & $26
Spencer Theater
More Info: 1-888-818-7872  Web: www.spencertheater.com

31^st

New Years Eve Celebration  
 5-4-3-2-1-HAPPY NEW YEAR! No plans for New Year's Eve yet? No problem, there's a party at Inn of the Mountain Gods that's sure to start 2010 off right! Enjoy a wide array of appetizers and a sensational dinner. Dance the night away, leading up to the complimentary champagne toast at midnight.  8:30pm - 12:30pm. Tickets are $100
Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino.
Info: 1-877-277-4577  Web: www.innofthemountaingods.com