The Celebration Continues at Red River Oktoberfest!
2026 Festival Schedule
Main Stage & Festival Grounds (Locations vary and are indicated in parentheses)
Thursday – Oct 8
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Vendor Setup in Brandenburg Park
- 6:00–8:00 PM | VIP Reception @ Brandenburg Park in Biergarten Tent
Friday – Oct 9
- 10:00AM | Gates open - Booths Open - Keepsake Corner & Petting Zoo in the Agricultural Pavilion Open!
- All Day | Best Booth Voting (10:00 AM-4 PM)
- 10:30 AM | Opening Ceremony & Welcome Toast
- 11:15 | Brewer's Talk - Santa Fe Brewing Co. - (VIP Ticketholders only, Red River Conference Center, Conference Room)
- 12:00–1:00 PM | DJ Luisa in Concert
- 12:00 PM | Bavarian Barnraisers: Judged Beer Competition (Offsite)
- 1:15 PM | Bavarian Binge: Bratwurst Eating Contest (Youth + Adult Divisions)
- 1:30–3:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies LIVE in Concert
- 2:00 PM | Fritz Davis LIVE in Concert (Hometown Stage, Agricultural Pavilion)
- 2:15 PM | Stein Holding Contest #1
- 3:00–7:00 PM | Red River Strongman Weigh-Ins (Red River Conference Center, Council Chambers)
- 3:15–4:00 PM | Bester Bart: Beard & Mustache Competition
- 4:00 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
- 4:30–6:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies LIVE in Concert
- 5:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
- 6:00 PM | Gates Close
Saturday – Oct 10
- 10:00AM | Gates open - Booths Open - Keepsake Corner & Petting Zoo in the Agricultural Pavilion Open!
- All Day | Best Booth Voting (10:00 AM-4 PM)
- 10:30 AM | Red River Strongman: Log Clean and Press
- 11:15 | Brewer's Talk - Red River Brewery & Distillery - (VIP Ticketholders only, Conference Center, Conference Room)
- 12:00 PM | Mr. & Ms. Oktoberfest Contest & Jr. Oktoberfest (2 Adult Divisions, 1 Youth Division)
- 12:30 PM | Red River Strongman: Truck Pull (River Street)
- 1:30–3:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies LIVE in Concert
- 2:00 PM | Twisted Holler LIVE in Concert (Hometown Stage, Agricultural Pavilion)
- 2:15 PM | Stein Holding Contest #1
- 3:15–4:15 PM | DJ Luisa in Concert
- 3:30 PM | Children’s Log Painting Workshop (Keepsake Corner in the Agricultural Pavilion)
- 3:30 PM | Beer Appreciation with Lairy J (VIP Ticketholders only, Red River Conference Center, Conference Room)
- 4:30–6:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies LIVE in Concert
- 5:15 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
- 5:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
- 6:00 PM | Gates Close
Sunday – Oct 11
- 10:00AM | Gates open - Booths Open - Keepsake Corner & Petting Zoo in the Agricultural Pavilion Open!
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Best Booth Voting
- 10:30 AM | Red River Strongman: Yoke Walk
- 10:45 AM | Stein Holding Contest #1
- 11:15 | Brewer's Talk - Downshift Brewing Company - (VIP Ticketholders only, Conference Center, Conference Room)
- 11:00–12:00 PM | DJ Luisa in Concert
- 12:00 PM | Lederhosen & Leashes: Best Dressed Pet Contest
- 12:30 PM | Red River Strongman: Stone to Shoulder
- 12:30 PM | Children’s Log Painting Workshop (Keepsake Corner in the Agricultural Pavilion)
- 2:15 PM | Awards Ceremony: Bavarian Barnraisers, Best Oktoberfest Award + People’s Choice Award + Best Booth Awards!
- 2:45 PM | Stein Holding Contest #2
- 3:30–5:00 PM | Lederhosen Junkies LIVE in Concert
- 4:30 PM | Closing Toast
- 4:30 PM | Alcohol Service Ends
- 5:00 PM | Gates Close – See You Next Year!
- 5:15 PM | Raffle of 1L Commemorative Stein - Must be Present to Win
Mark your calendars, round up your friends, and let’s make Oktoberfest 2026 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!
2026 Vendors
Breweries
Boxing Bear Brewing
Downshift Brewing Company
Lost Hiker Brewing Co.
Nuckolls Brewing Co.
Nurvis Purvis Brewing Co.
Red River Brewery
Santa Fe Brewing Co.
Taos Mesa Brewing
Wineries
Las Nueve Ninas Vineyards
Noisy Water Winery
Sheehan Winery
Tasty Beverages
Left Turn Distilling
Mystic Ambrosia Mead
Red River Distillery
Hollow Spirits Distillery
Experiences
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices High Valley Group - Custom Pen Giveaway!
Color Me Radical Facepainting
Mix It Up ABQ
New Mexico Fairy Hair
Food Booths
Andy's Kitchen
Bakery Bowkayes & Beyond
Betsy's Ice Cream
Cornmasters
Crescent City Seafood
The Fizz Lab
Forged by Fire Smash Burger
Island Noodles of New Mexico
Jodaddy's
Kenn's Cuisine Hatcha's
Mr. Squishey's Charcuterie
NM Desert Desserts
PizzaRio
Rustler's Roost BBQ
Yahualica’s Tacos y Mas
Zia Bros Pizza
Z-Mac's Silly Dogs
Artisan Kitchen
Blossom & Barrel
Honey Shack NM
Styria Bakery II
Weird’o Beardo Jerky
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
The Fizz Lab
Artists and Artisans
Portraits by Cecelia
Roller Studio
Sienna Van Slooten Fine Art
Woodwork
BV Scroll Art
J&A Rustic Wood Products
Wood 4 Wine
Metalwork
CEZ Metal Art
CK-Zads
Leroy & Kathy’s Art
Reflections In Metal
Textile & Fiber Arts
Angela's Skein Creations
Bag Maker of Taos
Hats of the High Desert
La Luna Textiles
Tumbleweeds Pumpkins
Verbena Quilts
Streetwear
FS2 Supply Co.
Good Buddies by Design
Stephen McIntyre Apparel
Zebulon's Mancave Mercantile
Boutique
Bronzed Brawdee & Boutique
Cobos Boots
Kichwa's Souvenirs
Rustic Rebellion
Rustic Rose Closet
Thistle & Thorn
Viva La Vida 505
Photography
Fine Art Photography by Carl Brown
Mountain Mist Photography
Reed Weimer Media
Pottery
Artistic Mud Pottery
Callahan Signature Pottery
Dragonfly Pottery
HipRosepottery
Joanie’s Jugs, Jars, and more
The Painted Pony Pottery Shop & Gallery
TobyLou Pottery
Jewelry & Lapidary Arts
Affordable Elegance Jewelry
Chavez Jewelry
Liberty Rings by Erich
Linked & Locked By Dana
Love On A Wire
Melody Monarch Jewelry
Rodney Coriz Jewelry
Sandra Piñon Jewelry
Spirit of the Mountain Jewelry
Home, Health & Wellbeing
BeHempful CBD
Damsel In Defense
Jae Elle Tallow
SavonBar
Home Goods
Cutco Charlie!
Lit Borracha Cancle Company
Sassy Kakes
The Living Flame Candle Co.
Toys & Games
HustlNHart
Mountain Bear Wooden Creations & Heir-Loomed Treasures and Keepsakes
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
Hello, I am Greg Smith, silversmith and stone cutter from Taos. My business name is Stones of Taos. Is there any Booth spaces still available for October?
I am available, and can send you any information or pictures you may need. Thank you. Greg
Sorry it took so long to get back to you. We are full in our jewelry vendors. But go ahead an fill out vendor application so you can be put on vendor list. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/0CD5ursX9H