📆 Summer of Bud: Your Cannabis Event Roundup 😎🔥

The sun is shining, and the cannabis events are calling! Get ready to enjoy an August packed with awesome gatherings, from festivals to workshops. Let’s roll into the best season yet! ☀️🙌

1. Coney Island Cannafest 2024, Brooklyn, NY 🌿🎶
   Explore vendors offering the latest in edibles, topicals, and cannabis innovations.

2. 2nd Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic: Veterans Fundraiser, York, ME ⛳🌿

   Get ready for another amazing golf tournament, as we tee off the Second Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic.
   

3. The Vermontijuana Sungrown Open Golf Tournament, Barton, VT ⛳🌿
   Connect with fellow cannabis enthusiasts in a scramble-format golf tournament at Barton Golf Club.
   

4. Puff & Brush Summer Series - Cambridge, MA 🎨🌿

   Relax and create your masterpiece in a welcoming environment, perfect for unleashing your artistic potential.

Friday, August 9th @ 6:30p - CANNAVITA: A Captivating Fusion of Art, Music, and Cannabis - Queens, NY - FREE

Join the CANNAVITA for an incredible fusion of art, music, and cannabis! Enjoy stunning exhibits, groove to live beats, and Experience creativity, music, and relaxation combined! After-party at 11 PM at The Dirty Library. Event details>

Monday, August 12th @ 6:00p - Joint Ventures: Legal Safeguards Against Predatory Contracts and Business Practices - Brooklyn, NY - FREE

Join the Brooklyn Business Solutions Center at the Brooklyn Public Library for a cannabis educational series focused on protecting your business from predatory contracts and practices. Learn from Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A and safeguard your cannabis venture. Event details>

Saturday, August 17th @ 10:30a - Puff & Pilates - Brooklyn, NY - $23.18

Enjoy a beginner-friendly Pilates class in Prospect Park with Slam Duncan Wellness. This outdoor event includes free herbal goodies from Dank Dykes. Bring an exercise mat and join us for a relaxing and fun start to your day. Event details>

Friday, August 23rd @ 5:00p - Coney Island Cannafest 2024 - Brooklyn, NY - $55.20

Enjoy live performances from Hot 97's DJ Camilo, Lil Dee, DJ Drew, Jojo Pellegrino, and more. Explore vendors offering the latest in edibles, topicals, and cannabis innovations. Don’t miss out on this electrifying event! Event details>

Saturday, August 24th @ 12:00p - MEC 3rd Annual Cannabis Education Fashion + Music showcase - Brooklyn, NY - FREE

Experience the vibrant intersection of cannabis, fashion, and music at Medgar Evers College's QUAD area. This event features live music performances, the latest trends in cannabis fashion, and valuable educational sessions. Network with like-minded individuals and immerse yourself in a unique celebration. Event details>

Friday, August 9th @ 3:00p - Regenerative Pop-Up! - Boston, MA - FREE

Join Emma Ayotte for an invigorating vinyasa yoga session at the Boston dispensary. This free event includes mats and water, and offers a chance to enhance your well-being and connect with others. Start your weekend with peace and clarity. Event details> 

Saturday, August 10th @ 9:00a - Rebelle Flow Yoga - Boston, MA - FREE

Join Emma Ayotte for an invigorating vinyasa yoga session at the Boston dispensary. This free event includes mats and water, and offers a chance to enhance your well-being and connect with others. Start your weekend with peace and clarity. Event details> 

Sunday, August 11th @ 4:00p - Puff & Brush Summer Series - Cambridge, MA - FREE

Tap into your creative side with Krystal Gardens' painting experience. Relax and create your masterpiece in a welcoming environment, perfect for unleashing your artistic potential. Event details> 

Friday, August 23rd @ 6:00p - Terrarium Workshop @ Panacea Wellness! - Middleborough, MA - $40

Learn to create a beautiful terrarium. This hands-on workshop includes all materials and teaches techniques to craft your own tiny plant world. Take home your creation and newfound skills. Event details> 

Friday, August 23rd @ 6:30p - Power to the Flower Podcast: Live Audience Season 1 Finale (21 + ONLY) - Boston, MA - $25.00

Celebrate the season finale of the Power to the Flower Podcast in Boston with a 4/20-friendly live recording. Join a lively audience and special guest hosts for a memorable event. Event details>

Monday, August 5th @ 9:00a - 2nd Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic: Veterans Fundraiser - York, ME - $550.00 +$38.73 - $800.00 +$55.50 Fee

Get ready for another amazing golf tournament, as we tee off the Second Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic. This year’s fundraising beneficiary will be The Maine Veterans Project and it offers a variety of programs and services for Maine veterans. Event details>

Saturday, August 10th @ 4:00p - The Maine Cannabis Expo - Augusta, ME - $20.00

Come check out the Maine Cannabis Expo, presented by MMCM, where you can learn, connect, and celebrate all things cannabis in person! Event details>

Sunday, August 11th @ 1:00p - Cornhole Tournament Benefiting The VCIEF - Jericho, VT - $25

Support the Vermont Cannabis Industry Fund by participating in a fun-filled cornhole tournament at Kate’s Food Truck. Compete in teams of two for prizes and trophies while enjoying a lively community atmosphere. Event details>

Saturday, August 17th @ 8:00a - The Vermontijuana Sungrown Open Golf Tournament - Barton, VT - $100

Connect with fellow cannabis enthusiasts in a scramble-format golf tournament at Barton Golf Club. Enjoy a day of golf, networking, and fun sponsored by Vermontijuana. Event details>

Thursday, August 15th @ 6:00p - Puff and Paint - Manchester, CT - $49.87

Unwind and get creative at our Puff and Paint event in Manchester. Enjoy a relaxing evening with some good vibes and painting fun. Perfect for anyone looking to chill and explore their artistic side. Event details>

Friday, August 23rd @ 8:00p - SMOKUS POCUS: A 420 Magic Show - Hartford, CT - $44.52

Elevate your weekend plans and surround yourself with great vibes at the mind-blowing night out that will leave you gasping at tricks. Event details>

Wednesday, August 7th - 9th @ 10:00a - Cannabis Research Conference - Fort Collins, CO - TBD

An annual scientific meeting focused on advancing cannabis science, encompassing both hemp and marijuana. Uniting leading researchers, innovators, and industry stakeholders, embracing all dimensions of diversity. Event details> 

Wednesday, August 7th - 8th @ 10:00a - Flower Expo - Lansing, MI - $599.99

Experience the Midwest’s premier cannabis trade show at the Flower Expo. Network and discover the latest trends and products in the industry. Event details>

Friday, August 30th @ Time TBD - Women in Cannabis Expo - Lake Tahoe, NV

Discover opportunities at the Women in Cannabis Expo! This event connects women from across the globe who are working or aspire to work in the cannabis industry. Event details>

Friday, September 6th @ 10:00a - TeeHC Open - Grafton, MA - TBD

This event is meant for everyone – golf enthusiast or not. Our team is excited to create a unique space with your help for those in the cannabis industry to feel welcome and engage in an entirely new way. Event details> 

Saturday, September 7th @ 10:00a - Connecticut Cannabis Session - Norwalk, CT - $12.51

Learn best practices and strategies for producing world-class clean, organic premium flower through comprehensive coursework on facility management, genetics, and cultivation techniques. Event details>

Friday, September 13th - 15th @ 10:00a - 420 Expo - Edison, NJ - $34.99 - $139.99

Whether you like to wake and bake, consider yourself a casual user or a cannabis connoisseur, want to learn more about cannabis and CBD, or just want to check out some dope vendors, eat some good food and listen to some great music, the 420 Expo's got you covered for a fun weekend of all things related to weed. Event details>

Monday, September 23rd @ 2:00p - 2024 Black Cannabis Week - Philadelphia, PA

Join the 8th annual Black Cannabis Week, a free educational event spanning seven days. This hybrid event, available online and in-person, brings the community together to celebrate and educate on various aspects of the cannabis industry. Event details> 

Saturday, September 28th @ 10:00a - The Maine Cannabis Fair - Windham, ME

Be a part of Cannabis history at the inaugural Maine Cannabis Fair. Meet the farmers and experience all day and night fun for everyone. Event details> 

Friday, September 6th-7th @ 10:00a - NECANN - Atlantic City, NJ - $45

Attend one of the northeast’s largest cannabis industry events at NECANN. Reserve your exhibit space and sponsorships today! Event details>

Sunday, September 15th-21st - Boston Cannabis Week - Four locations to be announced - TBD

Celebrate cannabis culture during Boston Cannabis Week. From education to art and music, there’s something for everyone at this week-long event. Event details>

Thursday, September 26th @ 10:00a - Los Angeles Cannabis & Psychedelics Investing Forum - Santa Monica, CA

Join 400+ Investors & Investment Attendees! This 1-Day Investor conference will bring together industry leaders, innovators, investors, and global investing opportunities. Event details> 

Friday, September 20th - 21st @ 10:00a - Hall of Flowers - Santa Rosa, CA

Join the world’s premier Cannabis trade show and expo. This year—for the first time ever—they were bridging the worlds of the industry and the culture by opening one of their events to the public on Day 2. Event details> 

Friday, September 27th-28th @ 10:00a - Lucky Leaf Expo - Albuquerque, NM - $35

Join us at the Albuquerque Convention Center for the most anticipated cannabis event of the year! Discover the latest trends, innovations, and .products in the cannabis world. Event details> 

Friday, October 4th-5th, Times TBD - Connecticut Cannabis Convention - Hartford, CT - TBD

As Connecticut begins the transition to a legal recreational cannabis state, NECANN will serve as the state’s “must attend” B2B event for the emerging industry. This will be THE event for anyone who wants to be involved in the local industry on any level. Event details> 

Tuesday, October 8th-9th @ 10:00a - Benzinga- Chicago, IL - $267

Connect with the biggest names in cannabis. Get deals done. Network, network, network. Event details> 

Tuesday, November 5th - 7th @ 8:00a - MJ Unpacked - St. Louis, MO

Join this tailored exclusive event for retail and brand executives within the cannabis industry, serving their unique needs on a national scale. It provides high-quality collaboration, showcases product innovation and cutting-edge scientific advancements, provides access to deal flow and capital, and cultivates a thriving community atmosphere. Event details>

Sunday, November 9th-10th @ 10:00a - The Harvest Cup 2024 - Worcester, MA

premier New England cannabis competition, culminating with an expo featuring hundreds of vendors, artists, live podcasts, and the reveal of all the winners. Event details> 

Tuesday, December 3rd-6th @ 10:00a - MJ BizCon- Las Vegas, NV

This year has been one heck of a rollercoaster ride for the cannabis industry, but let’s not forget, it’s never been a walk in the park. Challenges are the name of the game, and it’s time to go back to our roots and DARE TO GROW. Event details>

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DISCLAIMER: We don't vouch for any of these events. We may not even go to any of them ourselves. This newsletter is strictly educational and is not an endorsement of a company or product that may appear here. Please be careful and do your own research🌿