Why We Loved the Pueblo Chile Festival 2023

You could smell the roasting peppers long before you actually stepped foot onto Union Avenue for the Pueblo Chile Festival 2023. If you've ever been to Southern Colorado in late September, you know exactly what I'm talking about—that smoky, slightly sweet, and intensely spicy aroma that hangs heavy in the air. It's basically the unofficial scent of fall in this part of the world. For those who made the trip in 2023, it was a weekend filled with heat, music, and an incredible amount of "green gold." ...

May 4, 2026 · 7 min · Ustaran Healy