SOUTHERN COLORADO – Every week, News5 tries to put together a list of fun things happening across Colorado. From Chile Fest in Pueblo to the Pikes Peak Marathon, there’s plenty of Colorado culture to experience.

30th Pueblo Chile & Frijoles Festival

Chile Fest takes place on South Union Avenue in historic downtown Pueblo on Fridays from 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.! The festival was created to promote Pueblo’s rich agriculture and encourage the community to purchase local fresh produce. From chilis to a balloon festival, there’s plenty to enjoy. Admission is $6 for one day, $18 for three days, and $40 for a family package for four people. Click here for everything you need to know.

WATCH: Pueblo Chile & Frijoles Fest, a showcase of local products

Pikes Peak climb and marathon

This weekend is the annual Pikes Peak Climb and Marathon! The 13-mile race up the mountain takes place on Saturday and on Sunday the runners go uphill and downhill again. The marathon route begins in downtown Manitou Springs and stretches for about a mile and a half before joining Pikes Peak’s Barr Trail. More information here.

To ensure that runners remain protected from car traffic, the following detours and closures will be in place on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday from 4:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m

• There will be road closures on Ruxton Avenue and Manitou Avenue (and adjacent side streets) from Old Mans Trial to Ruxton Avenue

Sunday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m

• Road closure on Ruxton Avenue

Sunday from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m

• Road closures on Ruxton Avenue and Manitou Avenue (and adjacent side streets) from Old Mans Trail to Ruxton Avenue

WATCH: Pikes Peak climb and marathon happening this weekend

“Henry IV and V.”

Shakespeare’s multi-part saga of the rise of King Henry V arrives this Friday at Theatreworks! It connects Henry IV. Parts 1 and 2as well as Henry V into a two hour show. The performance runs from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and takes place at the ENT Center for the Arts at UCCS. Tickets start at $20.75. More information here.

Folk’n’Flannel Festival and Fundraiser

Wear your flannel and join us for this fundraiser on Friday and Saturday! The event will take place at The Meanwhile Block on Costilla Street in Colorado Springs. Friday’s festivities will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and include a silent disco. Saturday’s events take place from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and feature live music. The event is a fundraiser for UpaDowna, a local nonprofit organization that provides access to outdoor adventures for all. Tickets start at $20. More information here.

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City Council passes new cannabis ordinance

In what has now been described as Colorado Springs’ “de facto” ban on recreational marijuana, differing opinions have emerged over the ordinance.

City Council votes to approve new zoning restrictions for cannabis retail stores

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