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Chiles & Chocolate Festival

DATE: Nov. 13-15
TIME: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
PRICE: Included with Garden admission and membership


Admission to this experience includes full access to Super Bloom

Tickets on sale Sept. 8

The Chiles & Chocolate Festival brings together two of the most unforgettable flavors in nature—fiery chiles and rich, velvety chocolate for a weekend of tasting, discovery and sensory adventure. Shop, sample and meet local vendors.

Come try all of this and more for an unforgettable weekend.

Food & Drink available for purchase.

Chiles & Chocolate Vendor Applications are Open!
Applications are now open for vendors to participate in this year’s Chiles & Chocolate Festival at the Desert Botanical Garden. The deadline to apply is Sept. 6, 2026. Priority will be given to vendors who can attend all three festival dates and offer items related to or inspired by Chiles and/or Chocolates.

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