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Never Bean Better Day

Never Bean Better Day is the perfect time to indulge in your favorite bean dishes and share them with loved ones! Let's celebrate this delicious holiday together.

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August 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAugust 22

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYSide Dishes

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to celebrate Never Bean Better Day on Oct. 1! This fun holiday was created by the bean-loving folks at Bush's Beans to celebrate all things beans and their versatile uses in different cuisines around the world. Whether you're a fan of black beans, chickpeas, or good old-fashioned baked beans, this day is all about appreciating the humble yet nutritious legume. So grab a can of beans or get creative with some recipes and join in on the celebration!

TIMELINE

Never Bean Better Day Timeline

Creation of Bush's Beans

The Bush Brothers & Company was founded, which eventually became famous for its range of canned bean products.

Introduction of Baked Beans

Bush's Beans introduced their now-iconic "original" flavor of baked beans, further spreading the love and enjoyability of beans.

Debut of Duke Ads

Bush's Beans launched their entertaining ad campaign featuring Jay Bush and his talking dog, Duke, bringing beans into pop culture.

Expansion of Bean Types

Bush's Beans expanded their product line beyond baked beans to include black beans, pinto beans, chickpeas, and others.

First Never Bean Better Day

The first celebration of Never Bean Better Day took place, encouraging individuals to enjoy and share their favorite bean-inclusive dishes.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Never Bean Better Day

Try a new bean recipe

Challenge yourself to cook with a type of bean you've never used before. Whether it's black beans, chickpeas, or lentils, incorporate them into a delicious and healthy dish to celebrate Never Bean Better Day.

CREATE

Create a bean-themed menu

Plan a menu for the day that includes beans in every dish. From appetizers to desserts, get creative and have fun incorporating different types of beans into your meals.

Go on a bean scavenger hunt

Make a list of different types of beans and go on a scavenger hunt at your local grocery store or farmer's market to find them all. This is a great way to learn about new beans and their uses.

HOST

Host a bean-themed potluck

Invite friends and family over for a bean-themed potluck! Have everyone bring a dish that features beans as the main ingredient and enjoy trying out different recipes together.

DONATE

Donate to a bean-related charity

Celebrate Never Bean Better Day by giving back. Research and donate to a charity or organization that focuses on promoting the benefits of beans or providing them to those in need.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Never Bean Better Day

It supports sustainable and environmentally-friendly food choices

Choosing beans over meat on Never Bean Better Day not only benefits our own health, but it also helps promote sustainable and environmentally-friendly food choices. Producing beans requires less resources like water and land compared to meat production, making them a more eco-friendly option.

It celebrates a healthier alternative to traditional beans

Never Bean Better Day is all about promoting legumes as a healthier option for meals. By choosing beans over meat, you can reduce your intake of saturated fats and increase your fiber and protein intake. Plus, beans are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals!

It encourages creativity in cooking

Never Bean Better Day challenges us to think outside the box and come up with new and exciting ways to incorporate beans into our meals. From bean burgers to bean dips, there are so many delicious recipes waiting to be discovered!