Bean Hole Days
Bean Hole Days spectators enjoy live music from Elvis while they wait for the beans
The secret bean recipe being served up in a 2023 "Fast Pass For Gas Mug"
The 2023 King and Queen Bean declare the beans are delicious and ready to eat with a thumbs up!
Bean Hole Days
Event Information
South Trailside Park
31095 Government DrivePequot Lakes, MN 56472
About
A tradition since 1938. Save the date for Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes July 16-17, 2024! This one-of-a-kind event is rootin' tootin' good fun for the whole family! The huge cast iron kettles of beans are buried on Tuesday, July 16 to cook overnight and will be served on Wednesday, July 17 at noon to more than 3,000 hungry visitors. Lines form early, so make sure to purchase a 2024 Bean Hole Days mug and head to the front of the “Fast Pass for Gas” line!
Trailside Park in the center of town is teaming with people visiting craft vendors, playing games, and enjoying free beans. Make the trip to Pequot Lakes for northern Minnesota’s quirkiest small town celebration!
TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024
5:30 PM // Food Vendors (South Trailside Park).
5:30 PM // Burying of the Beans (South Trailside Park).
Watch as the Pit Crew lowers the 5 large cast iron kettles of beans so they can cook overnight and be served to thousands the next day!
5:45 PM – 8 PM // LIVE MUSIC BY GEOFF ELVEE TRIO (South Trailside Park)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024
9AM – 2PM // Craft Fair and Food Vendors (South Trailside Park).
9AM – 4PM // Kid’s Activities (South Trailside Park).
Kids' Bungee & Trampoline Jump, Water Wars.
11:30AM // Crowning of King & Queen Bean (South Trailside Park).
Beans are declared ready to eat!
12PM // Serving of the Beans (South Trailside Park).
Friendly volunteers serve a delicious free meal of baked beans, dinner roll and water.
12 – 2PM // The Memories of Elvis Tribute Show by Chris Olson (South Trailside Park).
We're thrilled to have Chris Olson performing his Memories of Elvis Tribute Show! Attendees will enjoy the King of Rock while waiting for the delicious and famous Bean Hole Days beans. Bring your lawn chair and sit back to enjoy the free show!
2024 Bean Hole Days Mug & Tee Shirt
Purchase your NEW 2024 limited edition Bean Hole Days mug and tee shirt while supplies last! Make sure to buy your 2024 Bean Hole Days mug so you can skip the long wait and head to the front of the “Fast Pass for Gas” line to receive your free bowl of beans, bun and water! Available to purchase at the Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce or at our merchandise tent during Bean Hole Days!
- 2024 Tees: $25
- Vintage Tees: $20
- 2024 Mugs: $15
- Vintage Mugs: $10
- Stickers: $3