Coconut Cannabis plans dispensary north of Bemidji in February 2026

Coconut Cannabis has announced plans to open a retail cannabis dispensary north of Bemidji in February 2026, adding a new storefront to Beltrami County's emerging adult-use market. The expected opening is part of a broader uptick in retail cannabis activity across northern Minnesota as state and tribal licensing processes and supply chain constraints are gradually being resolved.

The planned store arrives at a moment when municipalities and tribal governments across the region are adjusting to Minnesota's expanding adult-use framework and new municipal-tribal arrangements for retail operations. Local officials and business observers say that as more licenses are issued and logistics stabilize, communities from Bemidji to other northern towns are seeing more retail entries and modest commercial investment tied to the sector.

For Beltrami County residents, the immediate impacts will be primarily local retail choices and economic activity. A new dispensary typically generates on-site jobs, increased foot traffic, and taxable retail sales that flow into city and county coffers. While final employment and revenue figures for Coconut Cannabis's store have not been released, the store's February opening sets the stage for hiring, inspections, and supply deliveries in coming weeks. Municipal permitting and state compliance checks will determine the exact timeline and operational details before sales begin.

The broader market implications include greater competition among retailers and a strengthening supply chain. Many operators in northern Minnesota faced early challenges with sourcing inventory and coordinating distribution networks; recent regulatory steps have aimed to smooth those bottlenecks. As supply becomes more reliable, consumers in Beltrami County can expect a wider product selection and more predictable pricing compared with the early rollout period.

Regulatory developments remain a key variable. Local zoning and licensing decisions, state compliance requirements, and tribal- municipal agreements continue to shape where and when dispensaries open. For residents, that means the calendar for additional openings in the region could accelerate or slow depending on inspections, final licensing approvals, and local ordinances.

The Coconut Cannabis opening will be one visible sign of the market maturing in northern Minnesota. For now, Beltrami County residents should watch local notices for hiring announcements, public meetings about licensing or zoning, and the official opening date. As retail activity ramps up, the county can expect modest economic gains alongside ongoing discussions about public safety, regulation, and community planning.