EVENTS
Upcoming Events
Red River Songwriters’ Festival
February 3 - February 5
If you’ve ever wanted to spend a few days in the beautiful mountains of northern New Mexico, hanging out with some of your favorite songwriters, doing a little eating, drinking, and perhaps skiing….then this event is for you. Texas Red’s Red River Songwriters’ Festival was founded by Drew Kennedy, Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, Susan Gibson, Brandy Zdan and Kelley Mickwee in 2012. Firstly, tickets to this event will be extremely limited. We want the people who choose to attend the festival to feel like they’ve really been able to get to know the talented artists who will be taking part…
Mardi Gras in the Mountains
February 24 - March 1
Come celebrate Mardi Gras with us in the snow-capped mountains of red river. The unique blend of Mardi Gras and Red River traditions draws crowds from all over the country. Come experience something new with the burning of the tchoupitoulas, a spirit that removes your troubles and worries for the coming year. The grand ball is an event for everyone to dress up and celebrate a good time in the mountains. The Mardi Gras Main Street parade showcases local businesses and their holiday spirit. For more information visit https://www.redriverchamber.org/mardi-gras-in-the-mountains
40th Annual Red River Memorial Motorcycle Rally
May 26 - May 30
Attend one of the biggest motorcycle rallies in the Southwest with over 25,000 attendees rolling into downtown Red River for the Memorial Day weekend.
Red River Car Show
June 4
Over 150 of the most awesome classic, hot rod, and modern cars cruise into Red River for this exciting Car Show.
Red River Art & Wine Festival
June 17 - June 19
The annual Art & Wine Festival is presented by the Red River Chamber of Commerce every Father’s Day weekend (postponed to June 17-19, 2022) in Brandenburg Park.
4th of July Parade & Celebration
July 4
Red River is the perfect place for families and no time is this more obvious than during the annual 4th of July Parade & Celebration!
Enchanted Forest Trail Races
July 30
Come celebrate the outdoors this summer in the Land of Enchantment with a weekend of challenging trail fun. Red River, New Mexico is the quintessential cool little adventure town with rivers, mountains, stunning views, tons of character, and a huge heart. Red River sits on the southern end of the Sangre De Cristos and racers will experience the rugged trails in the Carson National Forest and the gorgeous rolling high alpine Enchanted Forest cross country ski area on the course. After the races relax with your friends, family, and other racers over local food, music, and microbrews in the heart…
Southwest Picker’s 47th Annual Bluegrass and Traditional Music Festival
August 12 - August 14
A great music weekend for the whole family featuring concerts, jamming, workshops, open mic, and much more.
Red River’s 8750’ BBQ & Music Festival
August 18 - August 20
The music festival formerly known as Larry Joe Taylor’s Hot Chili Days Cool Mountain Nights will continue-under a new name; Red River’s 8750′ Music & BBQ Festival-along with the Chili Appreciation Society International Cook-Off, the New Mexico Green Chile State Championship and the Lone Star BBQ Society Cook-Off and the guaranteed purse-now up to $10,000.
Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour
August 27
Cyclists take on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway for one of the most challenging tours in the southwest.
Red River Folk Festival & Miner’s Market
September 22 - September 25
Browse through booths of hand-crafted items, jewelry, home furnishings, food, art, pottery, and specialty goods while you enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and the crisp air and changing colors of fall in Red River.
Oktoberfest
October 7 - October 9
$5 admission fee and you can buy your commemorative taster mug or stein when you get to the park. Gates open from, 10am to 6pm on Friday & Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sunday.