Apres’ Ski Fun in Ruidoso

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And if you take a day off from the slopes on your visit … don’t forget to consider all the Ruidoso area offers. We’ve a variety of vacation options including museums, nightlife, great restaurants, shopping and more. You can even sneak in a round of golf or a horseback ride on a balmy afternoon in the valley below the towering 12,000 foot Peak Sierra Blanca.

And when the slopes close, the Ruidoso area’s “Apres’ Ski” scene is as good as it gets. After the Mountain, some will retire to a quiet hot tub, a soothing fire and a comforting beverage while others venture out into the evening and keep the fun rolling.

Take a look at Ruidoso for your evening’s options as well. Midtown Ruidoso offers quality dining, lounges and places to kick up your heels as well. 

Win, Place or Show is a friendly place with live country music every night of the year. The Quarters is a large venue for the younger set where DJs keep the house rockin’. Pasta Café offers a street-side lounge with music on the weekends as well. 

And the Billy the Kid Casino at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack is a slot player’s haven ... 600 slot machines, a great buffet and lounge make for a great evening. And don’t forget about the Spencer Theater; this 500-seat venue is one of New Mexico’s premier live entertainment showcases.

For those seeking the nightlife, both The Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino and the mountain village of Ruidoso offer more than any visitor could experience in a single visit. At the Inn of the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, Las Vegas-style gaming, including slots, craps, blackjack, poker, roulette and more will tempt you to stay out past your bedtime.

This nearby resort also offers a variety of drinking and dining options including world-class dining in Wendell’s ... incredible offerings at the Gathering of Nations Buffet, a classic sports bar with the Sportsman Bar& Grill and a live music venue in Club 49. Wendell’s lounge features some great local musicians and a quiet comfortable bar as well.

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