The Celebration Continues at Red River Oktoberfest!
2025 Festival Schedule
Main Stage & Festival Grounds
Thursday – Oct 9
9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Vendor Setup in Brandenburg
6:00–8:00 PM | Vendor Welcome Reception @ Red River Brewery & Distillery
Friday – Oct 10
All Day | Best Booth Voting (10:30 AM–4 PM)
10:30 AM | Opening Ceremony & Welcome Toast
11:15 AM | Stein Holding Contest #1
11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies in Concert
1:00 PM | Bavarian Binge: Bratwurst Eating Contest (Youth + Adult Divisions)
2:30–4:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies in Concert
3:15 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
4:30 PM | DJ Luisa Houseworks in Concert
5:00 PM | Bester Bart: Beard & Mustache Competition
- 5:00 PM | FREE ADMISSION
5:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
6:00 PM | Gates Close
Saturday – Oct 11
10:30 AM | Red River Strongman: Husafell Race
11:15 AM | Stein Holding Contest #1
11:30 AM–1:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies in Concert
12:30 PM | Red River Strongman: Sled Push & Pull (Municipal Lot)
1:15 PM | Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest Contest (Youth + Adult Divisions)
2:00 PM | Booth Award Voting Closes
2:30–4:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies in Concert
3:30 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
3:30 PM | Children’s Log Painting Workshop (Under the Pavillion)
4:00 PM | Awards Ceremony: Bavarian Barnraisers, Best Oktoberfest Award + People’s Choice Award
4:30 PM | DJ Luisa Houseworks in Concert
- 5:00 PM | FREE ADMISSION
5:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
6:00 PM | Gates Close
Sunday – Oct 12
10:30 AM | Red River Strongman: Hummer-Tire Deadlift
10:45 AM | Stein Holding Contest #1
12:00 PM | Lederhosen & Leashes: Best Dressed Pet Contest
12:30 PM | Red River Strongman: Circus Dumbbell (Municipal Lot)
12:30–2:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies in Concert
12:30 PM | Children’s Log Painting Workshop (Under the Pavillion)
- 2:00 PM | FREE ADMISSION
2:15 PM | Awards Ceremony: Best Booths!
2:45 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
- 2:45 PM | Mechanical Bull Riding Competition
4:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
5:00 PM | Gates Close – See You Next Year
Mark your calendars, round up your friends, and let’s make Oktoberfest 2025 the best one yet!
Bring your ID - it will be checked at the gate!
Food all day! Hot breakfast, delicious German food; New Mexico craft beers, wines and spirits; artisan vendors; games & contests for all ages; gorgeous fall colors - and more!
Food all day! Hot breakfast, delicious German food; New Mexico craft beers, wines and spirits; artisan vendors; games & contests for all ages; gorgeous fall colors - and more!
2025 Vendors
Breweries
Red River Brewery
Taos Mesa Brewing
Downshift Brewing Company
Santa Fe Brewing Co.
Boxing Bear Brewing
Wineries
Las Nueve Ninas Vineyards
DH Lescombes Winery
Noisy Water Winery
Vinos Unidos
Sheehan Winery
Tasty Beverages
Left Turn Distilling
Hollow Spirits Distillery
Red River Distillery
Food Booths
Styria Bakery II
Sanchez Tacos Santa Fe
Andy's Kitchen
Bakery Bowkayes & Beyond
Wok 'n Roll Thai
Bearly Awake Coffee Co. - Breakfast Sandwiches
Zia Bros Pizza
Cornmasters
Krab Kings
Island Noodles
Snacks
Forged by Fire Kettle Corn
Freeze Dried Mountain Goodies
West Family Growers Honey Shack NM
Worthington Farms
Betsy's Ice Cream
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Uncle Cletus Sodas
Bearly Awake Coffee Co.
Artists and Artisans
Joanies Jugs Jars and more
CK-Zads
Portraits by Cecelia
HipRosePottery
Cards and Crafts By Cathy
Southern Exposure
CEZ Metal Art
Zebulons Mancave Mercantile
Reed Weimer Media
Reflections In Metal
Thistle & Thorn
Woodwork
Wood 4 Wine
Baird's Woodshop
BV Scroll Art
J&A Rustic Wood Products
ArtisticWoodWerks
Case’s Customs
Clothing & Boutique
Cobos Boots
Dry Hole Hat Company
FS2 Supply Co.
Snarky Malarkey's
Davis & Co Mercantile
Kichwa's Souvenirs
Rustic Rose Closet
Thornbird Leatherworks
Bronzed Brawdee & Boutique
HustlNHart
Jewelry
Melody Monarch Jewelry
Rodney Coriz Jewelry
Affordable Elegance Jewelry
Wonderland Design
Viva la Vida 505
Liberty Rings by Erich
Spirit of the Mountain Jewelery
Sandra Pinon Jewelry
Chavez Jewelry
Linked & Locked by Dana
Home Goods
Mountain Bear Wooden Creations & Heir-Loomed Treasures and Keepsakes
The Living Flame Candle Co.
Sassy Kakes Candles & More
Cutco
Health & Beauty
BeHempful
Frontier Soap
Damsel In Defense
JAI ELLE Tallow Co.
SavonBar
Experiences
Fancy Faces Face Painting
Mountain Body & Mind
New Mexico Fairy Hair
The Lederhosen Junkies
The Lederhosen JunkiesIsaak Klaus and the Lederhosen Junkies
Polka Music For All
The Lederhosen Junkies are a Texas based polka band from the New Braunfels area. They bring a fresh new take on old time classics and insert their own unique spin on traditional tunes. Polka fans young and old will enjoy their wide array of music ranging from traditional German, Czech, and Polish polkas and waltzes, as well as the occasional modern tune tossed into the mix.
Their upbeat style and on-stage antics keep the crowd engaged and begging for more.
“This is simply the most fun polka band to experience. I have seen them several times including at Wurstfest. [T]he songs are fun and the crowd always loves them, and I know I certainly do! They do both classics and polka versions of a few modern songs which are just as hilarious and wonderful!” - Matthew M.
The Junkies have played everything from major festivals to small venues and private parties. In 2024 the band is embarking on the “Too Much Beer Tour” and are planning to take their brand of polka music to audiences across the nation."
Isaak Klaus and the Lederhosen Junkies - Press Kit (lhjunkies.com) // lhjunkies - YouTube // lhjunkies - Facebook // lhjunkies - IG
DJ Luisa Houseworks
“DJ Luisa is a highly regarded and swiftly expanding DJ in El Paso who specializes in providing exceptional entertainment for parties, clubs, and private gatherings in the Borderland area. Her exceptional ability to blend Salsa, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Funk, House, Top 40, and other music genres is well-known, and she consistently delivers what the audience desires.
With an impressive career as a DJ, Live Act, Creative Studio owner and Music Producer. Based in El Paso, Texas, Luisa has over 11 years of experience as a disc jockey and has the ability to captivate diverse audiences with her musical prowess that transcends various genres. Throughout her career, Luisa has collaborated with top brands such as Adidas and has had the privilege of sharing the stage with both local and international music acts, enabling her to establish new connections across the world.”
Luisa Houseworks - YouTube // Luisa Houseworks - Facebook // Luisa Houseworks - IG
Reservation booked… Weekend pass tickets purchased… So excited to experience Red River’s Oktoberfest for the first time! The Music & BBQ Festival in August was AWESOME, & we are told Oktoberfest is pretty exceptional in its own rights. Already making plans to attend teh Mardi Gras Festival in February 2026.
Thank you, Red River Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, & residents for opening your home/community for these amazing events.