Coconut Cannabis to Open Mexico-Themed Dispensary Near Bemidji

First family-owned, non-tribal recreational cannabis shop in the area

Feb. 7, 2026 at 10:15pm

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Jeff and Janelle Hill, a couple with fond memories of traveling in Mexico, are opening Coconut Cannabis, the first family-owned, non-tribal recreational cannabis dispensary in the Bemidji, Minnesota area.

Why it matters

The opening of Coconut Cannabis represents a shift in the local cannabis industry, as it will be the first non-tribal recreational dispensary in the Bemidji region, offering residents more choice and access to legal cannabis products.

The details

The Hills plan to incorporate a Mexico theme into the design and offerings of Coconut Cannabis, drawing inspiration from their travels. The dispensary will be the first of its kind in the area, as previous cannabis retailers have been tribal-owned operations.

  • Coconut Cannabis is set to open in February 2026.

The players

Jeff and Janelle Hill

The couple who are opening Coconut Cannabis, the first family-owned, non-tribal recreational cannabis dispensary in the Bemidji area.

Coconut Cannabis

The new Mexico-themed recreational cannabis dispensary opening near Bemidji, Minnesota, the first of its kind in the area.

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What they’re saying

“We thought we'd bring that up here.”

— Jeff and Janelle Hill, Owners, Coconut Cannabis

What’s next

Coconut Cannabis is awaiting final approval from local authorities before opening its doors to the public.

The takeaway

The opening of Coconut Cannabis represents a diversification of the cannabis industry in the Bemidji region, providing residents with more options for legally purchasing recreational cannabis products.