SHREVEPORT, La. — The Red River Revel is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an expanded lineup of programming, including an arts exhibit spanning several months, a diverse music schedule, fireworks, a drone show, and new educational initiatives. The 50th Annual Red River Revel Arts Festival will take place over two weekends, Oct. 8 through Oct. 11 and Oct. 15 through Oct. 18, at Festival Plaza.