Ruidoso to host Ironman 70.3 competition in 2026

RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Nearly a year after fires and floods devastated Ruidoso, the village has announced another big outdoor competition making its way to the area. Ruidoso will host an Ironman 70.3 competition in the summer of 2026. According to Ironman, it is the first branded event to be held in New Mexico and will feature a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride from Grindstone Lake to Hondo and back, and a half-marathon.Albuquerque Museum showcases Pictures of Hope’ exhibitThi