National Lentil Festival: Latest Innovations and Breakthroughs in Lentil Fun

The National Lentil Festival in Pullman brings locally - grown lentil fun this weekend . The Downtown Vibes event will kick off the festivities on Friday , Aug. 16 , at 4 p.m. Hosted by the Downtown Pullman Association , it will feature live entertainment from Classic Rewind , Ally Fraser , DJ Goldfinger , and WSU Country Swing . Attendees can also join a lentil hunt to explore downtown Pullman for unique lentil - themed dishes , beverages , and activities at various businesses . Returning a completed map to the event may win a prize.

On Saturday , Aug. 17 , the Tase T. Lentil 5k Fun Run will start at 7:30 a.m. , followed by Sports Tournaments at 9 a.m. The WSECU Grand Parade will begin at 11 a.m. , following a route from Riverview and Benewah to Lentil Lane . The festival will open at noon in Reaney Park , offering vendors , a non - profit marketplace , live music , a beer garden , and food . The Lil ' Lentil Land will have activities like science demos by Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories and cooking demonstrations with a Pulse Expert.

Throughout the day , attendees will have the chance to meet various personalities , including poster artist Rachel Jones , Pulse Family of the Year Max and Phil , Lentiful CEO Ben Bacon , and USA Pulses CEO Tim Mcgreevey . Free lentil chili will be served at 5 p.m. by Ziply Fiber and USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council . The festival will conclude with a performance by Copastetic on the Hometown Chevy Main Stage at 8:15 p.m. , ending at 10 p.m.

The National Lentil Festival is a popular event that draws crowds to Pullman every year . The festival is a celebration of lentils , a versatile legume that is rich in protein and fiber . It showcases the local lentil industry and offers a variety of activities for attendees to enjoy . The festival also promotes healthy eating and sustainable agriculture practices . Overall , the National Lentil Festival is a fun and educational event that brings the community together to celebrate this nutritious and delicious legume.