Red River Ski & Summer Area
Red River Weekend Preview: A Wet, Cool Weekend with Balloons Over Taos
Friday, October 23, 2026
Friday is starting cool and damp in Red River, with a partly cloudy morning near 42 degrees, no weather alerts in effect, and afternoon showers on the way to a high near 57. Rain is likely tonight, with a low near 38, so pack the waterproof layers if you are arriving today and plan on a cozy Main Street evening. Sunset comes at 6:14 PM, and the late-season color still hanging on in the canyon should look rich in the wet light between showers.
This Week in Red River: Fall Color, Midweek Rain, and Balloons on the Horizon
Monday, October 19, 2026
Welcome to a quieter, golden week in Red River. Monday starts clear and cold, around 33 degrees early, then mostly sunny with a high near 60, a fine day for a Main Street stroll, a last look at fall color in the canyon, and an unhurried drive around the Enchanted Circle. After the bustle of Oktoberfest, town settles into the slower rhythm locals love in late October, with shops and restaurants open for visitors who prefer elbow room on the sidewalks and trails.
Why Red River Is One of the Easiest Places in the Southwest to Learn to Ski
Night Lights and Cold Air: Winter Tubing After the Lifts Close at Red River Ski Area
Switch on the Holidays: Red River Kicks Off the Season November 26 in Brandenburg Park
Holiday Events for 2025
Red River, NM will host its signature Christmas in the Mountains festival on December 20–21, 2025, followed by New Year’s Eve celebrations on December 31. These events align perfectly with the ski season opening on November 26, making the holidays a prime time for visitors.