Each week, News5 tries to compile a list of the fun-filled events happening across Colorado. From the Chile Fest in Pueblo to the Pikes Peak Marathon, there’s plenty of Colorado culture to experience.
30th Pueblo Chile & Frijoles Festival
The Chile Fest is happening Friday from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on South Union Avenue in Historic Downtown Pueblo! The festival was created to promote Pueblo’s rich agriculture and to encourage the community to buy local fresh products. From chiles to a balloon fest, there’s plenty to enjoy. One day admission is $6, three-day admission is $18 and a family-four pack is $40. Click here for everything you need to know.
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Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon
This weekend is the annual Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon! Saturday is the 13 mile race up the mountain and on Sunday, the runners will go up the mountain and back down. The course for the marathon begins in downtown Manitou Springs, and proceeds for about one and a half miles before it joins into the Pikes Peak’s Barr Trail. More information here .