B​eautifully lit and fantastically festive, the Festival of Lights Parade brings friends and family together for an evening of twinkling lights and togetherness in the winter wonderland of Ruidoso. The Parade will be Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm. Following the parade, make your way to Wingfield Park for ice skating and the Christmas Lights trail. The theme for this year’s parade will be determined. CLICK HERE to download the Festival of Lights Parade Application.