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Bemidji Serves Up 28th Annual Taco Fest for Charity
31 Jul
Summary
- The 28th Annual Taco Fest in Bemidji was held despite high heat.
- Event raises funds for the United Way of Bemidji Area nonprofits.
- Frybread tacos, along with corn or flour options, were served.
The 28th Annual Taco Fest kicked off in Bemidji, drawing hundreds to the Lake Bemidji Waterfront for three days of food and entertainment. Volunteers braved 90-degree heat and high humidity to make the event a success. The festival serves as a crucial fundraiser for the United Way of Bemidji Area.
Attendees enjoyed live music from local artists and could purchase a frybread taco meal, with corn or flour tortilla options available upon request. Local businesses also participated by pre-ordering tacos for delivery, a service managed by Sanford Health volunteers. The funds raised are distributed among approximately 30 local nonprofits.
Key partners like Sanford Health and Lueken's Village Foods, which donated all food products, were instrumental in the event's execution. The festival, which began on Thursday, July 30, included a schedule of musical performances and various races throughout the weekend. The United Way of Bemidji Area coordinates the allocation of funds to support community organizations.
