Red River’s Oktoberfest, presented in partnership with Red River Brewery & Distillery, Edelweiss Condominiums, and Rio Colorado Cabins, will take place October 11 through 13, 2024.

This three-day festival includes a full itinerary for event-goers. The website for the event states that food will be served all day, with hot breakfast, delicious German food, New Mexico craft beers, wines, and spirits. In addition to the vast food scene, artisan vendors, games, and contests for all ages will be available, and let’s not forget the gorgeous fall colors to view and enjoy!

We caught up with band leader Isaak Klaus of the Lederhosen Junkies, a lead act headlining the weekend’s entertainment. The band is traveling to New Mexico from New Braunfels, Texas. “I’ve never been to New Mexico, so I am really excited to explore the area,” Klaus says. Coming from a family with strong ties to their German heritage, Klaus says his band’s music showcases this, helping crowds feel their culture, traditions, and heritage through their polka music. “I grew up listening to polka music and attending German festivals. I have always enjoyed the music, so in 2020, we decided to form our band and bring our love of our music to people.”

Klaus says he’s excited to see how New Mexicans will receive their music. “There are a lot of similarities with Tejano Mexican music and polka. There’s the incorporation of the accordion and beats that are shared across genres. It’s going to be a great time.”

Klaus says he’s incredibly excited to travel to New Mexico in October. “Thank you in advance to New Mexico and Red River for having us out. This is a milestone for our band and we are so excited to play for you.”

For tickets and information: https://redriver.org/events/annual-events/oktoberfest/