September Has No Chill

I think we can officially say we’re back at it. The days are getting shorter, the industry is getting busier, and suddenly there’s a lot competing for your attention. Here’s what we’ve got on our radar this week.

1. NYC’s Must-Do Cannabis, Urban Art & Culture Experience | Boho Bus Tour - New York, NY
   A boho bus tour mixing cannabis, street art, city views, music, games, and NYC eats.

2. East Coast Cannabis Beach Cleanup - Eliot, ME
   Join the cleanup crew for a morning of giving back and helping protect Maine’s coastline and marine life.

3. Coffee - Connections - Cannabis - Marshfield, MA

   A relaxed morning meetup with coffee, networking, cannabis education, and community conversations.

4. 37th annual Boston Freedom Rally

   MassCann’s annual gathering returns for two days of cannabis culture, community, and advocacy under the theme “Seeds of Reform.”

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Now Streaming: They Brought Him A Duffel Bag Of Cash To Rig The Vote

He runs cannabis competitions in nine states, and someone showed up with a duffel bag full of cash to buy a win. He turned it down, deleted the votes, and made the phone call to people he considered friends.

Mark Kazinec built the Cannabis Cup People's Choice model at High Times, opened judging to the public, and walked out months before the lawsuits and SEC fraud claims started landing on the ownership team. Then he rebuilt the whole thing under his own name with no entry fees, no deposits, unique QR codes per kit, and vote-stacking detection on the back end.

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Tuesday, Sep 15 & 17 @ 6:00p - Cannabis NYC Career Training Program Information Sessions - New York, NY - FREE

Learn how the Cannabis NYC Career Training Program connects job seekers with opportunities at licensed cannabis businesses. Event details>

Thursday, Sep 17 @ 6:00p - Third Thursday NYC - Community Meet Up - New York, NY - FREE

A casual meetup for New York’s cannabis community to connect, share ideas, and meet the people shaping the industry. Event details>

Sat, Sep 19 @ 4:00p - lil cannabinoid / big energy: weed school 001 - Liverpool, NY - $25

A cannabis education session exploring cannabinoids beyond THC and the broader science behind the plant. Designed to deepen understanding of cannabis compounds and their effects. Event details>

Saturday, Sep 19 @ 2:00p - High Tea & Terp Party - Buffalo, NY - $10

Sip herbal tea, learn about terpenes, and create your own blend in a relaxed community setting. Event details>

Sunday, Sep 20,27 @ 3:00p - NYC’s Must-Do Cannabis, Urban Art & Culture Experience | Boho Bus Tour - New York, NY - $89.99

A boho bus tour mixing cannabis, street art, city views, music, games, and NYC eats. Event details>

Thursday, Sep 24, 29 @ 5:00p - Galaxy Exploration: CannaPlanet x The CannaDiva - Scotchtown, NY - FREE

Grab a Galaxy Passport and explore interactive cannabis experiences, brands, products, and education. Event details>

Tuesday, Sep 29 @ 2:00p - NYC LEASE September Workshop - New York, NY - FREE

A workshop helping provisionally approved licensees find commercial spaces and navigate leasing resources. 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>

Thursday, Nov 5 @ 6:00p - Hudson Valley Cannabis Roll Call - Middletown, NY - $28.52

A cannabis industry networking event connecting local businesses, nonprofits, and professionals across the Hudson Valley. Event details>

Tuesday, Sep 15 @ 9:00a - Coffee - Connections - Cannabis - Marshfield, MA - FREE

A relaxed morning meetup with coffee, networking, cannabis education, and community conversations. Event details>

Fri, Sep 18-19 @ 3:00p - 37th annual Boston Freedom Rally 

MassCann’s annual gathering returns for two days of cannabis culture, community, and advocacy under the theme “Seeds of Reform.” Event details>

Saturday, Sep 19 @ 4:00p - Flower and Footwork - Boston, MA - $30

Roll up and two-step at a cannabis-friendly line dancing experience with food, drinks, and brand activations. Event details>

Thursday, Sep 24 @ 6:00p - Discover Cannabis: Wellness, Longevity, Benefits and uses for Female Health - Boston, MA - FREE

A panel exploring cannabis wellness and female health, with brand discovery, refreshments, and community connection. Event details>

Thu, Oct 1 - TeeHC Open - Uxbridge, MA

A unique cannabis networking experience combining golf, professional development, speed networking, and interactive activities. Event details>

Fri, Oct 5 @ 11:00a - Herbwell Halloween Party - Cambridge, MA

Celebrate spooky season with costumes, vendor pop-ups, music, giveaways, and Halloween-themed deals. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 10 @ 10:00a - 2nd Annual Weedtober Fest 2026 - Tyngsborough, MA - FREE

Fall fun with food, music, games, brand pop-ups, giveaways, and special deals. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 17 @ 12:00p - Zaharafest 2026 - FREE

Spooky-season fun with live music, food, vendors, giveaways, specials, and more. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 24 @ 6:00p - Weed, Witches, Brews Costume Party - Springfield, MA - FREE

A Halloween night with cannabis vendors, cocktails, craft brews, costumes, giveaways, and prizes. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 24 @ 12:00p - PERPETUAL’s Harvest Market - Pittsfield, MA - FREE

Shop local vendors, grab some food, enjoy the music, and check out fall specials. Event details>

Mon, Oct 26 @ 8:30a - State of the Cannabis Industry Conference - Boston, MA - $99 - $199

Industry leaders tackle the biggest issues facing cannabis, with plenty of insights and networking along the way. Event details>

Fri, Oct 30 @ 6:30p - Witches & Zombie Halloween Party Cruise - Boston, MA - $38.09

A Halloween-themed harbor cruise featuring DJs, costume contests, dancing, and spooky entertainment. Event details>

Sat, Oct 31 @ 6:30p - Sinners & Saints Haunted Party Cruise - Boston, MA - $38.09

A Halloween party cruise with music, costumes, dancing, and themed entertainment on Boston Harbor. Event details>

Friday, Sep 18 @ 6:30p - The Pre Game Jaw (N) - Atlantic City, NJ - FREE

Kick off the weekend with music, food, vendors, live art, and community networking. Event details>

Friday, Sep 25 @ 1:00p - Nova Farms NJ September Green Market - Woodbury, NJ - FREE

Shop local cannabis brands, tasty treats, and unique finds from a lineup of vendors. Event details>

Monday, Sep 28 @ 10:00a - Suburban Greens Stroke & Toke Golf 2026 - Washington, NJ - $55.20

A 21+ golf day combining friendly competition, community, and laid-back cannabis vibes. Event details>

Tuesday, Oct 6 @ 6:00p - Cannabis Industry Round Table - Trenton, NJ - FREE

A community roundtable bringing together cannabis leaders, advocates, and entrepreneurs for meaningful conversations. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 17 @ 3:00p - Brushes N’ Blunts Vinyl Paint Party - Atlantic City, NJ - $24.71

Paint your own vinyl record while enjoying music, cannabis culture, and live entertainment. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 31 @ 3:00p - ReLeaf's 2nd Year Anniversary Party! - Monroe, NJ - $36.09

Celebrate two years of ReLeaf with Halloween festivities, live music, cannabis brands, giveaways, and fall vibes. Event details>

Thursday, Nov 12 @ 6:00p - Best in Grass New Jersey Awards Show 2026 - Sayreville, NJ - $23.18

Celebrate New Jersey’s top cannabis growers and producers with brand activations, a live DJ, and the awards ceremony. Event details>

Tuesday, Sep 15 @ 4:00p - East Coast Cannabis Beach Cleanup - Eliot, ME - FREE

Join the cleanup crew for a morning of giving back and helping protect Maine’s coastline and marine life. Event details>

Sunday, Sep 20 @ 8:30a - Easy Like Sunday Morning- RISE Run Club Sunday Run - Orange, CT - FREE

A casual community run for runners and cannabis enthusiasts, followed by coffee, snacks, and good vibes. Event details>

Wednesday, Oct 21 @ 6:00p - Puff n Paint Manchester - Manchester, CT - $49.87

Grab some friends for a relaxed night of painting, creativity, and good vibes. Event details>

Saturday, Oct 31 @ 11:00a - Cars Coffee Community - Bethel, CT - $44.52

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

Fri, Sep 25 @ 4:20p - High Black History Comedy Show at Cannabis Opportunities Conference 2026 - Philadelphia, PA - $28.52

A unique fundraising event blending comedy, storytelling, and education to celebrate Black history and culture while fostering community connection through laughter and conversation. Event details>

Fri, Sep 25 @ 8:30a - Policy Summit at Cannabis Opportunities Conference 2026 - Philadelphia, PA - $44.52

A day of policy discussions bringing together leaders, regulators, entrepreneurs, and advocates shaping the future of cannabis. Event details>

Fri, Sep 25, 27 @ 8:30a - ALL ACCESS PASS | The Cannabis Opportunities Conference - Philadelphia, PA - $135.23

Three days covering cannabis policy, business, culture, equity, and community, with everything from the Policy Summit to Community Day. Event details>

Sat, Sep 26-27 @ 10:00a - Bak'd on the Bay - Wattsburg, PA - $17.85

A community cannabis festival featuring educational speakers, live entertainment, food trucks, local vendors, and opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Event details>

Sat, Sep 26 @ 9:30a - Expo - Cannabis Opportunities Conference 2026 - Philadelphia, PA - $28.52

A full day of policy, business, education, networking, and industry programming, with an expo hall and career opportunities. Event details>

Sun, Sep 27 @ 9:00a - Community Day - Cannabis Opportunities Conference 2026 - Philadelphia, PA - FREE

A community-focused day centered on culture, wellness, restoration, and connection. Bring the conference spirit into the neighborhoods most impacted by cannabis criminalization. Event details>

Sunday, Sep 27 @ 1:00p - EXHALE Philly Garden Party & Brunch - Philadelphia, PA - $44.52

A wellness-filled garden party featuring infused brunch, poetry, sound baths, music, and community connection. Event details>

Mon, Sep 28 @ 5:30p - Cannabis Industry Reception - Harrisburg, PA - $50

A networking reception bringing together Pennsylvania cannabis professionals, advocates, coalition members, and legislative champions for an evening of industry connections in the state capital. 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>

Saturday, Sep 19 @ 10:00a - KCIA Kentucky Cannabis & Wellness Expo - Lexington, KY - Free

A free community expo with cannabis education, wellness resources, expert panels, and medical cannabis certifications. Event details>

Tue, Sep 29 @ 8:30a - Cannabis Conversations: This Isn't Just Marijuana - Williamsburg, VA - FREE

An educational forum on cannabis prevention, policy, and community perspectives featuring expert discussions and panel sessions. Event details>

Tuesday, Sep 29 @ 6:00p - Design Maryland’s Cannabis Ecosystem - Baltimore, MD - $7.18

An interactive community town hall where attendees can share ideas and help shape a more accessible, connected cannabis ecosystem. Event details>

Wednesday, Sep 30 @ 11:00a - Accelerate Cannabis: Virginia Cannabis Summit - Vienna, VA - $180 - $245

A full-day summit covering legalization, licensing, networking, and the future of Virginia’s cannabis market. 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>

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

An elevated fall fest featuring live DJs, food vendors, Black women-owned businesses, specialty products, chill zones, and OktoberFest-inspired vibes. Event details>

Thu, Oct 15 @ 4:00p - Cannabis & Community: A Cultivation Celebration Duluth, MN - $6.89

A gathering of Minnesota cannabis businesses and community members featuring networking, education, and vendor experiences. Event details>

Friday, October 16 @ 6:30p - Be Mellow: Kokedama Workshop with Liberty Cannabis! - Baltimore, MD - $55.20

Learn to make your own kokedama moss ball while getting creative, meeting fellow canna-friendly folks, and enjoying a mellow atmosphere. Event details>

Sat, Oct 17 @ 10:00a - Toke Tober Fest 2026 - Aberdeen, MS - $20 - $321.96

Celebrate Mississippi’s cannabis community with a day of education, live entertainment, local vendors, food trucks, and responsible-use resources at this annual cannabis festival. Event details>

Monday, Oct 19-21 @ 8:00a - 10th Annual National Cannabis Research Conference - San Diego, CA - $161.90

Researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders come together to explore the latest in cannabis science and policy. 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, Nov 7 @ 11:00a - Women's Cannabis & Wellness Expo - West Chester Township, OH - FREE

Explore cannabis wellness through educational speakers, licensed vendors, holistic health practitioners, and a marketplace featuring wellness-focused products. Event details>

Fri, Jan 29, 2027 @ 10:00a - 2027 5th Annual South Carolina Cannabis Supporters Capitol Rally - Columbia, SC - FREE

An advocacy event bringing together cannabis supporters to promote policy reform and engage with lawmakers. 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>

Fri, Sep 25 @ 8:30a - Policy Summit at Cannabis Opportunities Conference 2026 - Philadelphia, PA - $44.52

A cannabis policy conference uniting regulators, industry leaders, advocates, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders for discussions on legislation, business, and the future of the cannabis industry. Event details>

Wed, Sep 30 @ 11:00a - The Virginia Cannabis Summit - Tysons Corner, VA - $167.00

An all-day conference offering market insights, expert panels, networking, and access to key decision-makers shaping Virginia’s emerging cannabis industry. Event details>

Wed, Oct 14-15 - MJ Unpacked - 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, Nov 20 @ 8:00a - Power Connections Cannabis - Novi, MI - $316.63

A premier B2B cannabis conference featuring speed networking, expert panels, business insights, and opportunities to connect with industry leaders across retail, manufacturing, banking, technology, and more. 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>

Fri, Aug 6-7, 2027 - Lucky Leaf Expo Philadelphia, PA 2027 - Oaks, PA - $39.28-$499

Explore one of the region’s largest cannabis expos featuring exhibitors, educational seminars, networking opportunities, industry innovations, and an official after-party. Event details>

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