44th Annual Bean Fest and Championship Outhouse Races

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BEANS & CORNBREAD Get ready for the ultimate comfort-food celebration! Thousands of hungry festival-goers will gather to savor 1,000 pounds of pinto beans simmering away in giant cast-iron cauldrons. While you’re here, wander through the Bean Fest Artisans Market on the Square, bursting with unique handmade treasures crafted by talented artists from all across Arkansas. CHAMPIONSHIP OUTHOUSE RACES You’ve never seen anything like this! Watch as hilariously decorated outhouses—yes, real “people-powered potties”—zoom down the street with fearless drivers perched proudly on toilet seats. These teams are racing hard for glory, bragging rights, and the ultimate prize: the decorated toilet seat (plus cash!). MUSIC The good vibes never stop! Enjoy live music on the Courthouse Stage all weekend long, then stroll over to Pickin’ Park where locals and visiting musicians spark up spontaneous jam sessions under the gazebos. It’s pure Ozark magic you don’t want to miss!

Dates

Oct 23, 2026 · 10:00 AM - Oct 24, 2026 · 5:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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Location

109 N Peabody Ave, Mountain View, Arkansas 72560-9281, United States

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Artists, vendors & exhibitors applications

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Bean Cooker Application

Deadline: Oct 21, 2026

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Welcome to the 44th Annual Bean Fest and Championship Outhouse Races!

Do you have a secret family recipe for pinto beans? The kind that’s been perfected with a little love, a lot of patience, and maybe just a pinch of mystery? If so, this is your moment. Each year, thousands of folks gather to watch pot after pot of pinto beans slowly simmer in giant cast-iron kettles — and every one of them has its own story, its own flavor, and its own proud cook behind it.

It’s not just about the beans (though they truly are the star of the show). It’s about the smiles, the friendly competition, and the way the whole town fills with the comforting aroma of slow-cooked goodness. Whether you’re stirring the pot or just stopping by for a taste, you’ll feel like part of the family.

So bring your best recipe, your favorite spoon, and your bean-cooking pride. Who knows — your pot of pinto beans might just be the one everyone’s talking about this side of the Ozarks.

Outhouse Race Registration

Deadline: Oct 23, 2026

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The Arkansas Championship Outhouse Races will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Mountain View, Arkansas!

The fun kicks off with the Parade of Outhouses around 1:00 PM, when the crowd gathers to cheer on their favorite “people-powered potty” teams. Each wheeled outhouse comes complete with a steering device for the fearless driver—who just so happens to be seated on a potty seat—while two mighty pushers supply the horsepower.

Teams go all out, dressing in costumes to match the theme of their privy, and all sense of seriousness disappears as racers line up on Howard Avenue to compete in heats for the title of Fastest Privy in the Ozarks.

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Bubbling Bean Badge Sponsor

Deadline: Oct 12, 2026

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Put your business right where the beans are cooking! Let everyone see your name sizzling alongside the steamy, savory action of Bean Fest.

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Bean Cooker Application

Deadline: Oct 22, 2026

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BEANS AND CORNBREAD

Thousands will flock to the festival to enjoy the 1,000 lbs. of pinto beans stewing in giant cast iron cauldrons. The fest also features the Bean Fest Artisans Market on the Square that's filled with handmade crafts from around the state. GREAT ARKANSAS CHAMPIONSHIP

OUTHOUSE RACES

The ridiculous race showcases cleverly themed privies steered by drivers sitting on toilet seats. The "people powered potty" teams are racing for high stakes - the gold toilet seat award (and cash prize).

MUSIC

Music will be on the Courthouse Stage all weekend long. Don't forget to stop in the Pickin' Park to see both locals and pickers from out of town having mini jam sessions under the gazebos.

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