June Is Here — And Cannabis Event Season Is Officially On

Summer cannabis event season is officially underway. From outdoor festivals and educational sessions to networking mixers and community celebrations, June is already shaping up to be one of the busiest months of the year for the industry and culture alike.

1. LEARN THE 4 IN 1 BUSINESS. HEALTH & WELLNESS, CANNABIS, AI AND TRAVEL - Parkville, MD
   Dive into the coolest mix of health, cannabis, AI, and travel biz tips all in one fun, laid-back Explore business growth, wellness strategies, cannabis opportunities, AI innovation, and travel entrepreneurship in this educational networking event.

2. After Party - Canna Cruise - Atlantic City, NJ
   Keep the celebration going after the Canna Cruise with music, networking, and a relaxed atmosphere in Atlantic City.

3. LOVEWELL FARMS AFTER HOURS: 2026 SUMMER FARM TOUR - Hopkinton, RI

   Tour Rhode Island's only USDA-organic hemp farm and enjoy educational talks, local beer, live music, and networking opportunities.

4. 420 Friendly Drag Bingo Sponsored by Joint Operations - Worcester, MA

   Celebrate Pride Month with drag performances, bingo games, prizes, and cannabis culture at this lively community event.

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Mon, June 8 @ 6:30p - CB2 CANNABIS LICENSING COMMITTEE MEETING - New York, NY - FREE

A public committee meeting focused on cannabis licensing and community discussions in Manhattan. Event details>

Fri, Jul 10 @ 7:00a - High on the Fairway II: The Ultimate Cannabis Golf Outing - Carmel Hamlet, NY - $275

A cannabis-friendly golf tournament combining networking, competitions, activations, and community vibes. Event details>

Mon, Jun 29 @ 6:30p - After5NewYork - Cannabis in 2026: What’s Proven, What’s Hype - New York, NY - $29.99

An interactive discussion exploring cannabis science, trends, and the difference between fact and hype. Event details>

Wed, Jun 17-Jun 19 @ 6:00p - Summer Retreat '26 - a Cannabis Collective Event - Woodstock, NY - $74.50

A nature-focused cannabis retreat featuring networking, education, camping, and industry connection. Event details>

Sun, Oct 18 @ 10:00a - Copy of Kosher Natural and Holistic Health Expo - Brooklyn, NY - $18

A large holistic wellness expo featuring natural health experts, wellness products, lectures, and alternative healing experiences.  Event details>

Fri, Jun 12 @ 10:00a - June 12th- Herbwell Celebrates Community, Love & PRIDE! - Cambridge, MA - FREE

A colorful Pride celebration filled with music, giveaways, vendors, and community-centered vibes. Event details>

Fri, Jun 12 @ 8:00p - June Paint and Puff in Holyoke - Friday! - Holyoke, MA - $39.19

Get creative at this cannabis-friendly paint night where guests can relax, socialize, and create their own artwork in a welcoming atmosphere. Event details>

Sat, Jun 20 @ 5:00p - 420 Friendly Drag Bingo Sponsored by Joint Operations - Worcester, MA - FREE

Celebrate Pride Month with drag performances, bingo games, prizes, and cannabis culture at this lively community event. Event details>

Wed, Aug 19 @ 7:00p - Peter Grinspoon with Jay Wexler: Aging Well with Cannabis - Brookline, MA - $35.96

An insightful discussion exploring cannabis, aging, wellness, and practical guidance for older adults. Event details>

Sun, Jun 7 @ 12:00p - 420NJEvents Cannab*s Showcase Series - Rahway, NJ - $59

A high-energy industry showcase connecting brands, professionals, and community through activations and networking. Event details>

Sun, Jun 14 @ 6:00p - After Party - Canna Cruise - Atlantic City, NJ - $24.71

Keep the celebration going after the Canna Cruise with music, networking, and a relaxed atmosphere in Atlantic City. Event details>

Sat, Jun 20 @ 12:00p - 2nd Annual NJC3 Chairman's Brunch & Networking Event - Cherry Hill Township, NJ - $125

A high-level brunch and networking gathering for New Jersey cannabis leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals. Event details>

Sat, Jul 11-12 @ 11:00a - POPPED: A Pop Culture Event - Atlantic City, NJ - $19.01

A high-energy pop culture expo featuring celebrity guests, gaming, collectibles, and interactive experiences. Event details>

Tue, Jun 2 @ 5:00p - Maine Women's Cannabiz Council's June Networking Night - Old Orchard Beach, ME - FREE

A casual networking meetup for women in cannabis to connect, collaborate, and share ideas. Event details>

Sat, Jun 20 @ 4:00p - Cut & Paste Vision Workshop — A Free Community Event Hosted by Seaweed Co. - South Portland, ME - FREE

A relaxed, hands-on vision board workshop designed for creativity, reflection, and connection in a low-pressure, community setting. Event details>

Fri, Jul 17 @ 12:00p - The 5th Annual Maine Womens Cannabiz Symposium - Charleston, ME - $50 - $200

A three-day camp-style gathering connecting women in Maine’s cannabis industry through networking, education, and community building. Event details>

Sat, Aug 8-9 @ 10:00a - Maine Medical Cannabis Expo - Summer Session - Augusta, ME - $23.18

Discover cannabis products, vendors, educational opportunities, games, raffles, and networking at Maine's summer medical cannabis expo. Event details>

Wed, Jun 17 @ 7:30p - Charley Crockett – Age of the Ram Tour - New Haven, CT - $54.99

A live music experience blending country storytelling with a cause, supporting cannabis justice initiatives through every ticket sold. Event details>

Sun, Aug 16 @ 8:00a - CARS COFFEE CANNABIZ - Bethel, CT - $12.51

Experience a unique mix of exotic cars, coffee, live entertainment, vendors, and cannabis industry networking at Connecticut's premier lifestyle event. Event details>

Sat, Jul 25-26 @ 10:00a - Pocono Canna Fair - Jul 25 & 26, 2026 - Gilbert, PA - $17.85

A large-scale outdoor cannabis festival featuring hundreds of vendors, live entertainment, education, and immersive experiences. Event details>

Fri, Jun 26 @ 10:00a - Shifting Gears Course - Manchester, NH - FREE

An interactive, youth-focused workshop breaking down the real effects of cannabis and impaired driving through education, discussion, and myth-busting. Event details>

Thu, Jun 4 @ 5:00p - Lit Ladies Sesh - South Kingstown, RI - $48.80

An elevated women-focused gathering featuring wellness, hemp education, fragrance making, sound baths, and local vendors. Event details>

Sat, Jun 6 @ 6:00p - Suave Mob Most Wanted: All The Smoke - South Kingstown, RI - $20

A high-energy showcase blending live music, cannabis culture, vendors, and networking with a spotlight on rising talent and creative expression. Event details>

Thu, Jul 16 @ 4:00p - LOVEWELL FARMS AFTER HOURS: 2026 SUMMER FARM TOUR - Hopkinton, RI - FREE

Tour Rhode Island's only USDA-organic hemp farm and enjoy educational talks, local beer, live music, and networking opportunities. Event details>

Sat, Jun 6 @ 5:00p - LEARN THE 4 IN 1 BUSINESS. HEALTH & WELLNESS, CANNABIS, AI AND TRAVEL - Parkville, MD - FREE

Dive into the coolest mix of health, cannabis, AI, and travel biz tips all in one fun, laid-back Explore business growth, wellness strategies, cannabis opportunities, AI innovation, and travel entrepreneurship in this educational networking event. Event details>

Sat, Jun 6 @ 6:00p - Cannafest NYC: Governors Ball Weekend 2026! - Brooklyn, NY

A two-day cannabis culture festival blending live music, premium brands, and community vibes during Governors Ball weekend. Event details>

Sat, Jun 6-7 @ 11:00a - Hemp Harvest Fest - Lebanon, PA - $6.65

A summer kickoff festival featuring 150+ vendors, live music, food trucks, and hemp-focused education. Event details>

Fri, Jun 19 @ 6:30p - Be Mellow: Medicated Succulent Terrarium Workshop with Liberty Cannabis! - Baltimore, MD - $55.20

A hands-on, cannabis-friendly workshop where guests create custom terrariums in a relaxed, social setting. Event details>

Wed, Jun 24 @ 6:00p - Arizona Cannabis Business Networking Event - Chandler, AZ - $55.20

Connect with cannabis professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders while discussing trends, opportunities, and business growth in Arizona's cannabis market. Event details>

Fri, Jun 26 @ 1:30p - Legacy Cannabis Genetics: Research Dissemination Event - Sacramento, CA - FREE

Explore research findings on California's legacy cannabis genetics, cultivation history, and preservation efforts through presentations and community discussions. Event details>

Sat, Jun 27 @ 11:00a - EMC Access Series: Show Up & Sell - Baltimore, MD - $7.18

A community learning event exploring vending, brand ambassadorship, and business visibility in cannabis. Event details>

Sat, Jun 27 @ 7:00p - Cannabis and Candles - Phoenix, AZ - $23.18

A chill cannabis-friendly kickback with candles, food, vendors, art, and laid-back vibes. Event details>

Sat, Jul 18 @ 9:00a - People Over Profits: Cannabis Policy Crash Course - Fort Lauderdale, FL - $55.20

Join advocates, policymakers, and industry leaders for a day of cannabis policy education, leadership training, and networking focused on building a fair and equitable cannabis industry. Event details>

Thu, Jul 23 @ 10:00a - IWC Budtender Education Summit - Chicago, IL - $15

A cannabis education summit focused on budtenders, featuring product training, brand connections, and industry conversations. Event details>

Fri, Sep 11 @ 2:00p - Garden Greenz- CANNABIZ CUP - Jersey City, NJ - $125

A laid-back cannabis celebration featuring vendors, treats, networking, and chill vibes in Jersey City. Event details>

Sat, Oct 3-4 - Pennsylvania Fall Cannfest - Kutztown, PA

The fall edition of PA’s premier cann-festival returns with curated vendors, live entertainment, and community-focused activations all weekend long. Event details>

Sun, Oct 4 @ 4:00p - Cannafest DMV: A High-Vibe OktoberSesh Experience! - Temple Hills, MD - $17.85

A fall-inspired cannabis celebration with music, vendors, food, and elevated community vibes. Event details>

Sat, Nov 7-8 @ 10:00a - Morgantown Canna Fair - November 7-8, 2026 - Morgantown, PA - $17.85

A massive indoor canna festival with vendors, live music, wellness experiences, yoga, and educational workshops. 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>

Mon, Jun 15 @ 8:00a - 4th Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic: Veterans Fundraiser - York, ME - $578.06

A full-day golf and networking event supporting veterans through community-driven fundraising. Event details>

Wed, Jun 17-18 - Hemp Beverage Expo - Austin, TX - $267.09

Discover the nation's largest selection of hemp beverage brands—all in one place. HBE is the first executive-level B2B trade event exclusively focused on hemp beverages featuring delta-9 THC. 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>

Thu, Jun 26-27 @ 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>

Sat, Aug 8 @ 10:00a - 2nd Annual New York City Cannabis Festival & Resource Fair - New York, NY

Celebrate cannabis culture, education, and opportunity at this free outdoor festival in Harlem featuring expert panels, community resources, workforce development, and industry networking. 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>

Wed, 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>

Fri, Sep 18-19 @ 10:00a - New Jersey Cannabis Convention and NECANN CUP Awards - Atlantic City, NJ 

A major cannabis convention featuring trade exhibits, educational panels, networking, awards, and after-parties. 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>

Mon, 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>

Mon, Oct 26 @ 8:30a - State of the Cannabis Industry Conference - Boston, MA

A premier, all-day conference bringing together top operators, investors, and regulators for high-level insights, strategy, and networking Event details>

Fri, 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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