Red River’s new Memorial Day weekend festival garners support from New Mexico Tourism Department

Red River’s new Memorial Day weekend festival garners support from New Mexico Tourism Department

RED RIVER, N.M. (KRQE) – Red River’s new Memorial Day week festival has received support and funding from the New Mexico Tourism Department. The Mayfest in the Mountains festival is taking the place of the annual Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally.

The new family-friendly festival will pay tribute to veterans with a Wall of Honor Display and will feature other cultural and recreational activities. The NMTD sponsorship will help support the Wall of Honor Display as well as outdoor recreation workshops and live music.

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NMTD is providing $30,000 in sponsorship support for Mayfest in the Mountains. 

Featured activities include:  

Wall of Honor Display at the Red River Conference Center 

Outdoor Recreation Workshops: fly-fishing, skateboarding, disc golf, mountain biking, rock climbing, and more.  

Plein Air Competition and Exhibit: Capturing the essence of Red River’s scenic landscape in its natural light, the resulting artworks will be showcased in an exhibit at the Red River Community House.  

Family-Friendly Games and Activities: Two highlights include all-ages chalk art and the chance to meet special guest alpacas who will be visiting. Family activities will be hosted at venues across town. 

New Mexico Game & Fish Department Exhibit: Explore the wonders of nature with the New Mexico Game & Fish Department exhibit, featuring the Trophy Trailer.  

Live Music: Performances by local talent from Red River and Taos County, including country and americana bands.  

The festival will feature local businesses, artisans, and vendors from the greater Red River area. For more information on the event, click here.

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