Why Was Eelpout Festival Cancelled?

Bemidji, Minn.

Will there be an Eelpout Festival in 2021?

— Organizers have canceled the International Eelpout Festival on Leech Lake in Walker, saying the economics and other restrictions on the celebration of Minnesota's ugliest fish no longer work. The organizers said they could not reach an agreement on a number of terms with the Cass County officials.

Is Eelpout Festival Cancelled?

Eelpout Festival - February 20th - 23rd, 2020. It's with a heavy heart we announce the cancelation of the International Eelpout Festival for this season. Over the years, attendance has multiplied substantially. Each year with more attendees, equals – more traffic, more trash and more safety concerns.