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The 4rd annual HESTIVAL is just around the corner!! The “official kickoff weekend to camping season” is coming to Big B’s Delicious Orchard in Hotchkiss, Colorado on May 2-4, 2025. We have a fun-filled weekend planned so we put together a guide with all the information you need to know. A HESTIVAL pass is required for entry for camping, live music, activities, free demos for everyone 13 years and older, 12 and under are FREE!. A Meal Pass is required for all HESTIVAL meals, no matter age, which include happy hour drinks for 21+, breakfast on Sat/Sun and dinner on Saturday.
Get a lay of the land and all the happenings for the weekend with the map and schedule below, please note that camping rigs such as vans, trucks, ground tents and smaller campers will go in the orchard. Any larger tow-behind campers ( longer than 25 feet) will go in the field camping.
+ We are very proud to be a Pet/Dog Friendly event, but don’t be the dog owner to ruin this! Pick up after your dog, and note that NO DOGS ALLOWED in Basecamp or Courtyard after 5pm on Friday and Saturday during dinner and live music.
+ To Reduce Single Use Plastic, we STRONGLY ENCOURAGE bringing your own drinking vessel for morning coffee and happy hours
+ Looking for local tips? Visit the Western Slope Conservation Center booth to learn more about Paonia and the surrounding areas
Friday, May 2nd from 3-6pm: (you will not be allowed in BEFORE 3pm!)
When you arrive at Big B’s Delicious Orchards (address for Google Maps 39126 CO-133, Hotchkiss, CO 81419 ) we have a NEW entrance + check in area down in the field- check out map for details.
Late Friday Arrivals:
For anyone arriving after 9pm, please find a camp spot and check in with us in the morning to get your wristband.
Music Only Passes:
Gates open at 5pm. Music starts at 6:15pm. Parking donations to Western Slope Conservation Center will be required.
Check out the schedule for all the fun activities lined out but be sure not to miss the following as there is limited room:
Yoga in the Orchard: both mornings from 8:15-8:45, byo mat- limited demo mats available!
Group Mountain Bike Ride:* Paonia has some great trails to ride! Meet at the Western Slope Conservation at 9:45am on Saturday for a group ride from the orchard or hop in a FREE Shuttle to the trailhead. See information about local trails below:
Free Oboz Demos:Stop by the Oboz booth to check out free demos all weekend long for the guided hike, nature walk or simply cruising around the orchard
Guided Hike with Oboz (Shuttle Provided!):Join us for a four mile hike in our beautiful Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forest. We will be hiking on a little used 4WD road. Learn about our public lands and our flora and fauna in this area. Please wear sturdy shoes, a great opportunity to demo Oboz, and bring sunscreen, water, snacks and your sense of wonder. This will be a moderate 3-4 hour hike depending on the pace of the group.
Nature Walk with Western Slope Conservation Center And Oboz (Shuttle Provided!):Join our local nonprofit partner for an educational nature walk at the Paonia River- meet at the WSSC booth at 1pm.
Kid-Friendly Activities:Join us in Basecamp for performances by Enchanted Kingdom, Facepainting, Balloon Animals, and Hay Bale rides around the Orchard
Lawn Games: Grab your friends and head to Basecamp for Cornhole, Horseshoes and more!
5/2:
Happy Hour including Big B’s Cider
5/3:
Breakfast
Happy Hour including Big B’s Cider
Dinner Buffet (vegetarian options available)
5/4:
Breakfast
Support our local nonprofit by purchasing a limited edition HESTIVAL mug for $10 ( includes a pour of cider + discounted cider all weekend long!) All proceeds will benefit the Western Slope Conservation Center.
We are super excited to welcome an outstanding live music lineup throughout the weekend! All music will be take place at the courtyard truck stage.
Colorado in the springtime is highly unpredictable- so pack accordingly!
Recommended Gear:
Optional:
Camping at Big B’s is “rustic” and dreamy at the same time, here are the amenities available on the property throughout the weekend:
Yes, your little ones and fur babies are welcomed to attend HESTIVAL- each parent/guardian is responsible for their children and pets throughout the entire weekend. Please clean up after your dog and we keep them on the leash in group zones like Basecamp. We have plenty of kid friendly activities planned. Recommend bringing your kids extra snacks and food depending on their eating habits.
You are free to come and go as you please from HESTIVAL, and if you prefer to do other activities outside of our organized event, here are some suggestions on fun things to do in the area:
Check out our HESTIVAL FAQ page or ping us at info@hest.com and we will do our best to get back to you as soon as we can!
Thanks for attending our 4th annual #HESTIVAL in Colorado! We are grateful to be gathering again in such a beautiful place and can’t wait to share an epic weekend together! We ask that you please be kind to one another and respectful of the gorgeous Big B’s property. See ya soon.
P.s. Thank you to our brand partners who helped make this event possible, feel free to tag them in any #HESTIVAL posts:
