February Is Warming Up (Slowly, But Surely)

February is officially here, and while winter isn’t quite done with us yet, the calendar is heating up with events that make braving the cold worth it. From cannabis-curious socials and creative nights to policy conversations and industry meetups, this month is all about reconnecting, learning, and showing up in the right rooms.

And yes… this issue was fashionably late. A tiny scheduling hiccup pushed us off Monday, but the cannabis intel inside is still fresh, timely, and very much worth the wait.

Bundle up, stay warm, and scroll on for what’s happening across the cannabis community as we ease into the next stretch of 2026.

1. Canna Curious - South Glens Falls, NY
   A relaxed, beginner-friendly cannabis event designed to explore, learn, and connect through conversation, education, and community.

2. Frost Fest Vendor - Windsor Locks, CT
   A two-day cannabis-friendly festival featuring music, comedy, brands, influencers, and a dedicated consumption lounge built for vendors ready to show up and stand out.

3. Maine Women's Cannabiz Council's February Networking Night - Kittery, ME

   A casual networking night for women in cannabis to connect, collaborate, and share what they’re building.
   

4. Galentine's Day the Herbwell Way! - Cambridge, MA

   A bold, Friday-the-13th Galentine’s celebration featuring exclusive deals, killer vibes, and a playful twist on Valentine’s season.

High Functioning Podcast

Now Streaming: "I Wore A 'Wine Mom' Shirt... But Hid My Cannabis"

Why is a glass of wine at 5 PM viewed as "classy" while a functional dose of cannabis is viewed as a "risk"? It wasn’t an accident. It was engineered.

In this episode of High Functioning, Jason sits down with Joyce Gerber (Attorney & The Canna Mom Show) to dismantle the "Alcohol Playbook." We discuss how the alcohol industry built a cultural infrastructure to normalize a prohibited substance, and why the cannabis industry is currently failing to replicate that success.

We also dive deep into the "Sandwich Generation", caregivers caught between raising children and caring for aging parents, who are forced to navigate a system that will administer opiates to a student but criminalize a mother for using plant medicine.

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Sunday, Feb 8, 15 & 22 @ 3:00p - Canna Gathering - Schenectady, NY - FREE

A weekly chill-out session for the local cannabis community featuring relaxed hangs, friendly faces, and good vibes. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 4 @ 6:00p - Canna Curious - South Glens Falls, NY - FREE

A relaxed, beginner-friendly cannabis event designed to explore, learn, and connect through conversation, education, and community. Event details>

Monday, Feb 9 @ 3:00p - Middletown Indoor Cannabis Co Grand Opening - Middletown, NY - FREE

A community grand opening with a live DJ, food, giveaways, and a first look at Middletown’s newest cannabis retailer. Event details>

Monday, Feb 9 @ 6:30p - CB2 Cannabis Licensing Committee Meeting - New York, NY - FREE

A public committee meeting covering cannabis licensing updates and discussions impacting Manhattan’s local cannabis landscape. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 12 @ 3:00p - NYC LEASE February Workshop - New York, NY - FREE

A resource-driven session connecting provisionally approved cannabis licensees with vacant storefront opportunities, leasing support, and key NYC business resources. Event details>

Friday, Feb 13 @ 6:00p - Free Art Show in Astoria: Weed Art Week at Cannavita - Queens, NY - FREE

A community-focused art night spotlighting local creatives and cannabis culture through curated visual art in an open, welcoming space. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 18 @ 6:00p - CannaPitch NYC - New York City, NY - Donation

A pitch-style showcase highlighting Black founders building purpose-driven cannabis brands across wellness, culture, and access. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 19 @ 6:00p - Third Thursday NYC - Cannabis Community Meet Up - New York, NY - FREE

A monthly Lower East Side hang bringing together entrepreneurs, operators, creatives, and advocates for relaxed networking, real conversations, and community connection. Event details>

Monday, Feb 23 @ 1:00p - IN PERSON: Evaluating Cannabis Dispensaries - Brooklyn, NY - FREE

An educational session helping community board members better understand the dispensary application process, with private consultations available. Event details>

Sunday, Feb 8 @ 6:30p - Elevate & Create: a Valentines Color Me Dizzy Experience - New Bedford, MA - $35

A guided paint night designed for beginners, blending creativity, lite bites, pop-up vendors, and an elevated, laid-back atmosphere. Event details>

Friday, Feb 13 @ 11:00a - Galentine's Day the Herbwell Way! - Cambridge, MA

A bold, Friday-the-13th Galentine’s celebration featuring exclusive deals, killer vibes, and a playful twist on Valentine’s season. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14 @ 2:00p - Liberty Cannabis x Dry Humor Parings Event - Easthampton, MA - $25

A Valentine’s Day tasting experience pairing premium non-alcoholic wines and fine chocolates, wrapped in live music and relaxed vibes designed for mindful indulgence. Event details>

Sunday, Feb 15 from 6:00p - Highheauxx Valentines Sesh - Atlantic City, NJ - $30.41

A love-forward 420 sesh featuring goodie bags, smoke challenges, and a chill, welcoming vibe for solo guests and groups alike. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 28 @ 2:00p - A Minority Wellness Event by Dank Diamonds - Newark, NJ - Donation

A donation-based wellness gathering focused on mental health, resilience, and minority voices through panels and community activations. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14-15 @ 12:00p - Puff n Paint at XPOCANNA 2026 - Southington, CT - $44.52

A relaxed paint session during XPOCANNA that blends creativity, cannabis culture, and social vibes perfect for first-timers and seasoned artists alike. Event details>

Friday, Feb 20 @ 3:00p - Frost Fest Vendor - Windsor Locks, CT  - $215.26

A two-day cannabis-friendly festival featuring music, comedy, brands, influencers, and a dedicated consumption lounge—built for vendors ready to show up and stand out. Event details>

Sunday, February 22 @ 4:00p - Puff & Pour: A Cannabis-Friendly Candle-Making Experience - Bridgeport, CT - $71.21

A cannabis-friendly candle-making night with a live DJ, guided pours, good vibes, and handcrafted keepsakes to take home. Event details>

Friday, Feb 20 @ 8:00p - Smokus Pocus - Philadelphia, PA - $40.25

A high-energy, weed-themed magic show where mind-bending illusions, fast wit, and cannabis culture collide (21+). Event details>

Thursday, Mar 12 @ 7:00p - Scenic Root Art presents: Rooted Cloud - Pulls & Paints at Infusions (BYOB) - Bethlehem, PA - $44.52

A laid-back puff-and-paint lounge night blending music, infused bites, BYOB cocktails, and creative freedom, no art skills required. Event details>

Thursday, Mar 26 @ 9:00a - THC: Prescribed and Self-Medication Trends and Implications Training - West Chester, PA - $25

A professional, education-forward training exploring THC usage trends, efficacy, and mental and physical health implications. Event details>

Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 5:00p - Maine Women's Cannabiz Council's February Networking Night - Kittery, ME - FREE

A casual networking night for women in cannabis to connect, collaborate, and share what they’re building. Event details>

Saturday, March 21-22 @ 10:00a - Maine Cannabis Expo - Spring Session 2026 - Augusta, ME - $23.18

A family-friendly expo featuring exhibitors, live music, patient gift bags, raffles, and medical-focused activations. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 5 @ 6:30p - Understanding Cannabis with Dr. Riley Kirk - Rutland, VT - FREE

A science-forward conversation on personalizing your cannabis experience, featuring Dr. Riley Kirk and Dr. Philip Lamy, plus a Q&A celebrating the release of Reefer Wellness. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14 @ 11:00a - Canna Gras - St. Louis, MO - $12.50

A 21+ cannabis trade show packed with exhibitors, product deals, food vendors, and music — perfect for discovering new brands and industry connections. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 21 @ 12:00p - 5TH Annual Black Cannabis Festival - Los Angeles, CA - FREE

A free, culture-forward festival celebrating Black excellence in cannabis through music, education, brands, and community. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 25 @ 9:00a - 2026 Great Lakes Indigenous Cannabis and Hemp Summit - Lac du Flambeau, WI

An Indigenous-led summit uniting tribal leaders, policymakers, and operators to advance wellness, agriculture, and economic growth. Event details>

Thursday, Feb 26 @ 7:30p - Cannabis Botany - Learn the science behind the smoke - Brooklyn, NY - $71.21

A hands-on, beginner-friendly class exploring how cannabis biology and plant science shape the final smoke. Event details>

Mar 14 @ 12:00p - Groove and Gather: The Great Green Gathering Cannbis Festival (5G) - Wellington, OH - $12.51

A full-day cannabis festival featuring live music, artisan vendors, food trucks, and interactive games designed to bring Ohio’s cannabis community together to chill, connect, and celebrate. Event details>

Mar 14 @ 1:00p - The Hemp & Cannabinoids Revolution featuring Dr. Stuart Titus - Carefree, AZ - $10 – $20

A live, expert-led deep dive into the future of hemp and cannabinoids, featuring industry insights, emerging trends, and scientific breakthroughs. Event details>

Friday, March 20-21 @ 11:00a - Kentucky Cannabis Conference & Expo - Louisville, KY - FREE

An education-first public conference focused on patient access, public health, and responsible cannabis policy. Event details>

Apr 17 @ 8:30a - 6th Denver CBD OutLook - Westminster, CO - $530.05

A deep-dive conference on CBD’s next chapter, covering federal scheduling changes, hemp beverages, cannabinoid research, and emerging healthcare access. Event details>

Apr 25 @ 11:00a - Gulf Coast Festival - Biloxi, MS - $12.51

A Mississippi-grown celebration of plant medicine, culture, and community, blending education, advocacy, and good vibes into one must-attend canna weekend for patients, professionals, and supporters alike. Event details>

Feb 12 @ 5:00p - Flower Expo Local: New York City 2026 - New York, NY - $160.69

One-night B2B cannabis meetup connecting brands and buyers. Feb 12, 5–10 PM at The DL NYC. Fast, focused networking and dealmaking. Event details>

Saturday, Feb 14-15 @ 10:00a - XPOCANNA: 5th Annual Connecticut Cannabis Expo - Cheshire, CT- $30

Connecticut’s largest cannabis industry expo, bringing MSO leaders, cultivators, and innovators together under one roof. Expect high-level networking, market insights, and a clear pulse on where the regional industry is headed. Event details>

Wednesday, Feb 25 at 9:00a - 2026 Great Lakes Indigenous Cannabis and Hemp Summit - Lac du Flambeau, WI - $55.20

A community-centered summit bringing together tribal nations, operators, and policymakers to explore wellness, economic growth, and the future of Indigenous cannabis and hemp. Event details>

Sat, March 21-22 @ 10:00a - Morgantown Canna Fair - Morgantown, PA - $17.85

Pennsylvania’s largest indoor cannabis festival, featuring 250+ vendors, food trucks, workshops, speakers, and alternative wellness experiences. Event details>

Apr 11 @ 12:00p - Cleveland Canna Convention 2026 - Cleveland, OH - $12.51

A culture-forward cannabis expo spotlighting solventless rosin, terpene craftsmanship, custom glass, and the creators pushing the plant forward. Event details>

Friday, April 24-25, 2026 - NECANN Boston - Boston, MA - $99

The Northeast’s largest cannabis convention returns with 300+ exhibitors, 9,000+ attendees, expert sessions, and the NECANN Cup, an essential stop for anyone in the industry. Event details>

Tue, May 5-7, 2026 - MJ Unpacked - Atlantic City, NJ

MJ Unpacked is back in AC, bringing together the cannabis leaders shaping what’s next. From the Opening Reception to product slams in the Experience Hall, Cannabis Cup Awards, and the legendary Official Afterparty, every moment moves the industry forward. Event details>

Tue, May 19 @ 8:00a - VIP GROW - May 2026 - Potomac, MD - FREE

A free, three-day training program helping Veteran-owned businesses scale in government contracting, taught by industry experts. Application required. Event details>

Sat, Jun 6-7, 2026 - Lebanon Valley Summer Canna-Fest - Lebanon, PA

A massive summer cannabis festival featuring 175+ vendors, live music, food, art, and certifications—making it one of Pennsylvania’s biggest canna celebrations of the year. Event details>

Sat, June 6-7 @ 11:00a - Hemp Harvest Fest - Lebanon, PA - $11.44

A high-energy summer festival with 150+ vendors, live music, food trucks, samples, and all-day community vibes. Event details>

Wed, Jun 17 @ 10:00a - Flower Expo Massachusetts 2026 - Northampton, MA - $267.09

The Northeast’s leading cannabis trade show returns, connecting brands, buyers, and industry pros from across the region. Event details>

Thursday, June 26-27, 2026 @ 10:00a - Lucky Leaf Expo Dallas, Tx 2026 - Irving, TX - $39.28 – $499

A major cannabis business expo bringing together 100+ exhibitors, expert-led sessions, and serious networking across every corner of the industry. Event details>

Fri, Aug 7-8 - Lucky Leaf Expo Philadelphia, PA 2026 - Oaks, PA - $39.28 – $499

A two-day industry expo offering exhibitors, education, and networking, capped with an official after-party for the full Philadelphia cannabis experience. Event details>

Tue, Aug 18-19 @ 9:30a - Women in Cannabis Expo "POWERHOUSES" 2026 - Reno, NV - $108.55

A two-day expo bringing together women across the cannabis space for high-impact networking, industry insights, and professional growth. Event details>

Sep 9 @ 9:00a - PBC Conference 2026 - Washington, DC - $963.38

A premier two-day conference uniting the cannabis banking ecosystem—regulators, financial institutions, and operators for deep dives into payments, compliance, investing, and the future of cannabis finance. Event details>

Tue, Oct 13-15, 2026 - Kansas City, MO

MJU is coming to Kansas City! Join MJ Unpacked—the national event designed for licensed operators, researchers, and investors to discover fresh insights, make meaningful connections, and spark new opportunities to grow their businesses. Event details>

Oct 19 @ 8:00a - 10th Annual National Cannabis Research Conference - San Diego, CA - $161.90

The most comprehensive interdisciplinary cannabis research conference in the U.S., bringing together scientists, healthcare leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to explore cannabis science, policy, and innovation shaping the future. Event details>

December 4-6 - Terp Basel

A three-night collision of cannabis, art, music, fashion, and culture featuring live performances, immersive art, brand activations, and a global crowd shaping what’s next. Event details>

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