A Slow Sunday in Red River: The Little Red Schoolhouse and a Town That Kept Its Past
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Wednesday Spotlight: Shotgun Willie's Cafe on Main Street
For over 20 years, Shotgun Willie's Cafe at 403 West Main Street has been a Red River institution, serving hearty breakfasts from 7 to 11 a.m. and barbecue lunches.
Where Lumberjack Meets Lederhosen: 21 Years of Red River Oktoberfest
Red River Oktoberfest turned 21 this October in Brandenburg Park, a fall festival born in 2005 when locals decided stunning foliage deserved a Bavarian celebration of its own.
Why Red River Is One of the Easiest Places in the Southwest to Learn to Ski
With more than 60 years of family ownership, gentle groomers, and a chairlift a block off Main Street, Red River Ski Area makes learning to ski easy for beginners of all ages.
Night Lights and Cold Air: Winter Tubing After the Lifts Close at Red River Ski Area
After the lifts close, winter tubing at Red River Ski & Summer Area runs one-hour floodlit sessions from 4:30 p.m., with riders at least 42 inches tall and one rider per tube.
Sunday at Oktoberfest: Red River's 21st Annual Bavarian Bash Wraps Up Today
The 21st Annual Red River Oktoberfest wraps its final Sunday at Brandenburg Park with strongman events, stein holding, live polka, awards, and a closing raffle at 5:15 p.m.
Red River Weekend Preview: Oktoberfest Arrives with Sunshine, Crisp Air, and Fall Color
The fall's biggest weekend brings Red River Oktoberfest to Brandenburg Park October 9-11, with craft beer, contests, strongman events, and sunny highs in the low 60s.
Christmas in the Mountains Light Parade Dec 20, 2025
On Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 5:30 PM, Red River, New Mexico, will sparkle with holiday cheer as the annual Christmas in the Mountains Light Parade takes over Main Street. This beloved tradition invites locals and visitors alike to celebrate the season with dazzling floats, glowing lights, and joyful community spirit.