Outdoor lovers looking to spend the weekend camping with family, sampling cider, mingling with community, and stargazing should check out the 4th annual HESTIVAL. Taking place in Hotchkiss, this 3-day event offers a myriad of activities including excursions, live music, hiking, and mountain biking.
An event for all ages, HESTIVAL dates are Friday to Sunday, May 2nd to 4th, 2025 at Big B’s Delicious Orchard. There are various admission options. Kids 12 and under can attend Music and Camping for free, but will require a Meal Pass. Ages 13+ are adult tickets and include Music and Camping, and are required to purchase a Meal Pass. You can also purchase Music-Only. Well-behaved 4-legged friends are also allowed to attend.
With full amenity camping, happy hours, and a chance to visit Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park as well as plenty of food and drinks, HESTIVAL is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors this spring.
Live Music and Activities
Come for the weekend and participate in an array of activities of your choosing. There are ample opportunities for beautiful hiking and mountain biking. Take a roll on your bicycle down Vineyard and Orchard County Road for a memorable time.
Kids and adults alike will also enjoy the free cider happy hour, live music, guided star gazing, lawn games, and various demos. There’s also face painting, pony rides and hay bale trailer rides. Tour the orchard or relax and recharge with yoga. Spend your time how you please at the easy-going HESTIVAL.
Meals and Drinks
Kick off the evening on Friday and Saturday at happy hour with complimentary Big B’s Cider. There will also be breakfast on Saturday and Sunday morning, as well as dinner on Saturday night. So prepare to bring your lunches and snacks, and you should be well taken care of.
Camping in the Orchard
Everyone is welcome to camp, however, it’s first-come, first-serve, so arrive early at 3 pm when they open for the best spot. You’ll head to check-in where they will send you to whatever part of the orchard is suitable for your camping setup (i.e. tent, car, RV, van, etc.).
If you are coming to camp with a larger group, you should do your best to have someone there at 3 pm to ensure your team can be accommodated together in whatever section fits your rigs.
Nearby Accommodations
Prefer a hotel for the event? If you need a place to crash before or after the event, check out the Hotchkiss Inn or the best hotels in nearby Delta.
Details
Address: Big B’s Delicious Orchards, 39126 CO-133, Hotchkiss, CO 81419
Dates: Friday-Sunday, May 2-4, 2025
Cost: Yes, multiple pass options, including music only and all-access | Adult tickets 14+ | Youth tickets 4-13 (free if music-only) | Kids 3 and under are free
Website: hest.com/pages/hestival