DEMING – The Luna County 4-H Chile Roast is set for August 16–17, 2025, at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fairgrounds, located at 4300 Raymond Reed Boulevard. The event will run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, giving residents the chance to secure their favorite mild, hot, or “jackpot” (mixed) chile. All orders must be placed in advance by calling 575-546-8806, and payment can be made by cash, check, or credit card.
Luna County Extension Agent Jack Blandford told Deming Radio News that pre-orders are the only way to guarantee chile this year, emphasizing that the popular event often sells out quickly. Roasted and sacked chile will be $30 per sack, with a limited number of unroasted large sacks available for $40 each.
Community members are encouraged to place their orders soon to ensure they don’t miss out on this annual chile tradition.