The River Music Gathering in 2025 will be on September 12, 13 & 14. Casey James, Amanda Kate Ferris and Michael Smith are all coming back. We will add more performers between now and then. We will also have another gospel hour on Sunday morning!
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EVENTS
Michael Smith Solo Acoustic
Fridays During the Summer @ 7pm
Michael Smith kicks off our River Music Gathering this year. Bring your own chairs. No animals please. For over 20 years, Michael has made his home in Red River, NM, playing his brand of folky, country Americana to tourists from all over the country. Down home, earthy, and honest is a good way to describe Michael's solo performance. Just him and his guitar, playing original tunes and covers, his flavor of music will bring back memories that you may have forgotten.
Enchanted Forest Trail Races
July 25, 2025
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.
Jeremiah Glauser
August 1st & 29th @ 7pm
Full time country music singer Jeremiah Glauser is New Mexicos premier country music solo artist! Steeped in the tradition of country from his grandfather and his parents being Nashville style performers.
Jeremiah is sure to bring you a true style of country music with a silky smooth baritone voice and fine guitar playing to keep folks honky tonk dancing all night long!
Morningside
August 2nd @ 4pm
They will be playing in our pavilion. Bring your chairs and enjoy this family band.
Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour
August 29, 2025
The Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour offers participants the opportunity to ride some of the most scenic areas in the southwest. On both the 85 and 100-mile course, cyclists will experience rewarding climbs, rolling hills, fast descents, and hairpin turns.
8750 BBQ & Music Festival
August 14-17, 2025
Red River’s 8750′ Festival returns with three days of great music alongside cookoff competitions for BBQ, red chili, and green chile.
4th Annual River Music Gathering
September 12-14, 2025
Casey James, Amanda Kate Ferris and Michael Smith return for the River Music Gathering. More details as they come. This is a private event for our guests and friends only, so book your spot now! The playground will be closed during the performances.
Aspencade Music & Arts Festival
September 26-28, 2025
Aspencade Music & Arts Festival is a must-visit fall event in Red River! This boutique festival takes place across four days during the anticipated peak of the aspen changing to their autumn colors. Live music fills the air, and artisan craft vendors fill the park! Our crafts fair features beautiful works from New Mexico and around the Southwest. The crisp fall air and gorgeous mountain scenery complete the setting for this one-of-a-kind festival experience. Celebrate the changing of the season with us in Red River, New Mexico this fall!
Octoberfest
October 10-12, 2025
Join us for the 19th Annual Oktoberfest, a three-day celebration featuring the best craft beer, wines, spirits, artisans and food vendors producers, live entertainment, contests, and more! This year, we are expanding the event to include a kid zone, a Red River Showdown viewing area, a judged beard and mustache competition, and more! We look forward to seeing you at Brandenburg Park on October 11th-13th, where locals and out-of-towners can enjoy a family-friendly experience.
Mayfest in the Mountains
May 22-25, 2026
The Town of Red River invites you, your loved ones, and friends to join us for Mayfest in the Mountains, a transformative event that has replaced the traditional Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally. There will be music in the park this year with Casey James being the headliner!
Red River Car Show
Date to be announced
Over 150 of the most awesome classic, hot rod, and modern cars cruise into Red River for this exciting Car Show. There will be food and specialty vendors during the show hours. Family-friendly activities will be held in Brandenburg Park.
Art & Wine Festival - Vino in the Valley
June 19-21, 2025
The annual Art & Wine Festival is presented by the Red River Chamber of Commerce every Father’s Day weekend in Brandenburg Park.
July 4th Parade
July 4, 2025
Red River Jamboree
July 17th, 18th & 19th, 2026
Join us for the 2nd Annual Red River Jamboree, which will include a music festival with food trucks, vendors and lots of other activities. The Jamboree will be in Brandenburg Park as well as evening performances spread out around town. Performers will include Casey James, Amanda Kate, Dan Smalley, Michael Smith, Chris Arellano, Ry Taylor & The Side Trips, Chancy Bernson Band, Garry Blackchild and more.
Get more details at RedRiverJamboree.com