Weekend Preview

September 3, 2026: This week’s Weekend Preview features Matthew and Mark from Ruidoso Parks & Recreation discussing current mowing projects and new lighting and turf upgrades underway at the Eagle Creek Sports Complex. They also look ahead at events happening throughout the Village during September.

August 20, 2026: This week’s Weekend Preview focuses on Ruidoso’s busy race weekend as Matthew is joined by Parks & Recreation’s Mark Coker and Alex Nocella. They discuss the Grindstone Trails Race and the Sierra Blanca Pack Burro Race, along with a look ahead to two major upcoming events—the 2nd Annual Ruidoso RunFest and the XTERRA World Championship—highlighting what participants, spectators, and the community can expect in the weeks ahead.

August 6, 2026: This week’s Weekend Preview highlights ways to make the most of the weekend in Ruidoso, including the popular Midtown Market, the final weekend of the public pool season, and Sunday’s Pooch Pool Party, where four-legged friends get one last splash before the pool closes for the season.

July 23, 2026: This week on Weekend Preview, Matthew Baird and Mark discuss ways to make the most of the final weeks of summer in Ruidoso, including the Village swimming pool and WIBIT water park, and the popular Midtown Market. They also recognize the Parks and Recreation Department for being named the Village of Ruidoso’s Department of the Quarter.

July 9, 2026: Max Little joins Weekend Preview to discuss the IRONMAN 70.3 Ruidoso race weekend. Hear an overview of the swim, bike, and run courses, road closures, traffic impacts, and what residents and visitors should know before race day. Whether you’re competing, cheering on athletes, or traveling through town, this episode helps you prepare for the weekend.

June 25, 2026: On this episode of Weekend Preview, Alex and Mark discuss this weekend’s Midtown Market, the Fourth of July weekend events All American Tailgate and Red, White and Blue Color Fun Run, and Monday’s Full Moon Night at White Sands National Park. Learn about these family-friendly events, registration opportunities, and ways to enjoy summer in and around Ruidoso.

June 11, 2026: On this episode of Weekend Preview, Matthew and Mark discuss monsoon season preparedness and the Village’s Flood Safe Partners program, along with upcoming summer activities including Brewdoso, IRONMAN 70.3 Ruidoso, swimming opportunities, and the Midtown Market.

May 14, 2026: This week’s Weekend Preview highlights upcoming events around Ruidoso, including the new Chess Wizards Camp presented in partnership with Parks & Recreation and the Ruidoso Public Library, the Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire (May 15 -17) at Wingfield Park, and the Lincoln County Community Theater children’s workshop production of Fantastic Mr. Fox.

April 30, 2026: This week on Weekend Preview, Alex highlights what’s ahead this May with Ruidoso Parks & Recreation, including WagFest 2026 and the Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire. A quick look at family-friendly events, outdoor fun, and ways to get involved as the season picks up.

April 16, 2026: This week on Weekend Preview, Amanda and Jerid Foster of Happy Hiker join the show to share details about the Saturday, April 25, 2026, John Ashcraft Memorial Trail Run at Grindstone Lake. From scenic routes to community spirit, they highlight what runners and spectators can expect from this meaningful annual event in Ruidoso.