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Celebrate the season with a joyful mountain-town festival that blends holiday magic, local charm, and community spirit. Whether you're shopping for handcrafted gifts or watching the streets light up with festive floats, this weekend promises unforgettable memories.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas Eve in Red River, NM, with a dazzling torchlight parade and a fireworks show that lights up the snowy slopes and fills the mountain air with holiday cheer.

January 31 – February 1, 2026 • Red River, New Mexico (CANCELED 2026) 🌨️🏔️ Get Ready For Two Days Of Speed, Snow, And Pure Mountain Excitement! Red River’s Winter Streets Transform Into A High‑Energy Skijoring Arena As Horses, Skiers, And Spectators Come Together For One Of The Most Thrilling Events In The Southwest. 🔥 Fast Horses 🎿 Fearless Skiers 🎯 High‑Flying Jumps 🤠 Western Spirit 🎉 Community Fun All Weekend Long 📅 Event Dates: ➡️ Saturday, January 31, 2026 ➡️ Sunday, February 1, 2026 📍 Location: Red River, New Mexico — Right In The Heart Of The Mountains! 🥶 Bundle Up, Bring Your Crew, And Experience A Winter Tradition That Gets Bigger And Bolder Every Year. 📸 Don’t Forget To Capture The Action And Tag Red River! 🏇❄️ See You On The Snow! ❄️🏇

Red River’s Mardi Gras in the Mountains 2026 will run from February 12–17, 2026, with the theme “Masquerade.” Expect dazzling masks, colorful parades, Cajun music, and six days of mountain-town revelry.

Opening Day has arrived at Red River Ski Area, and the mountain is buzzing with excitement as skiers and riders make their first turns of the season.