Too Hot to Think? We Got Events to Chill With

It’s late July and your iced coffee isn’t the only thing working overtime. The cannabis community is buzzing with summer fundraisers, rooftop mixers, and roll-up-and-vibe sessions you won’t want to miss. Whether you're in it for the brand-building, the policy talk, or just a well-timed joint with good people, we've got you covered.

Check the highlights, clear your calendar, and let’s end July on a high note.

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1. Canna Farmers Market - East Berne, NY

   A weekly 420-friendly hangout with local vendors, food, music, and laid-back vibes free to attend and with free food all winter.

2. High on the Green Golf Tournament - Charlton, MA
   Network on the green with strategic pairings, dinner, and cannabis brand activations. No clubs? Join for dinner & vibes.

3. Atlantic City Cannabis Industry Tour - Atlantic City, NJ

   Hop on a guided tour of AC’s top dispensaries and lounges, offering behind-the-scenes access to the local cannabis scene in a relaxed, social setting.

4. Pocono Canna Fair - Gilbert, PA

   PA’s largest outdoor canna fest returns with 325+ vendors, free concerts, camping, and even mushroom tours. Family-friendly and festive.

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Friday, July 25 @ 6:00p - Hudson Valley Cannabis Roll Call - Stone Ridge, NY - $28.52

Network, learn, and explore with local brands, panels, and live demos. Whether you’re in the industry or just cannabis-curious, this regional mixer has something for you. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 3:00p - Canna Farmers Market - East Berne, NY - FREE

A weekly 420-friendly hangout with local vendors, food, music, and laid-back vibes free to attend and with free food all winter. Event details>

Saturday, July 26-27 @ 11:00a - CannaBLISS in the Catskills Summer Fun - Delhi, NY - $22.84

Workshops, vendors, and a flower comp meet live music and stunning views. A Catskills weekend for every kind of canna-curious. Event details>

Thursday, Aug 21 @ 6:00p - Third Thursday NYC - New York, NY - FREE

NYC’s go-to cannabis meetup returns with a Hot Summer Products showcase and casual networking among industry insiders, brands, and creatives. Event details>

Tuesday, July 22 @ 9:00a - High on the Green Golf Tournament - Charlton, MA - $0 – $135.23

Network on the green with strategic pairings, dinner, and cannabis brand activations. No clubs? Join for dinner & vibes. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 12:00p - Zahara's Summer Street Fest - Attleboro, MA - FREE 

Live music, giveaways, and unbeatable deals meet local vendors and cannabis pop-ups. A sunny street fest done right! Event details>

Saturday, August 16 @ 7:00p - Reefer Madness - Somerville, MA - $25

A campy, high-energy musical spoof of 1930s anti-weed propaganda, reimagined by Moonstruck Theater with comedy, chaos, and swing tunes. Event details>

Saturday, Aug 23 @ 4:20p - THE HOMIEGROWN CUP IV - Russell, MA

Test the region’s best flower in this judged, canna-culture campout from The Homie Collective. Judge passes and valid ID required for the full terp experience. Event details>

Thursday, July 24 @ 6:00p - Local Live Music & Cannabis vendor Event for The Seacoast - Eliot, ME - FREE

Chill out every Thursday with live music, local vendors, and golden hour views—all while supporting community nonprofits. Vibes for a cause. Event details>

Sunday, July 27 @ 9:00a- East Coast Cannabis Beach Cleanup - Eliot, ME - FREE

Join East Coast Cannabis and the Blue Ocean Society for a community beach cleanup at Dead Duck Beach. Help preserve the coast, no cannabis consumption allowed. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 10:30p - Welcome to Playhouse: The 100 L Party - Sicklerville, NJ - $33.85

A luxe, smoke-friendly bash hosted by the cast of Prettygirlsloveweed Playhouse. Expect DJs, infused treats, interactive stations, giveaways, and cast cameos. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 3:00p - Atlantic City Cannabis Industry Tour - Atlantic City, NJ - $70.22

Hop on a guided tour of AC’s top dispensaries and lounges, offering behind-the-scenes access to the local cannabis scene in a relaxed, social setting. Event details>

Thursday, July 31 @ 5:30p - UCANNB2B's HIGH-Tide Networking - Saco, ME

Mingle with Maine’s cannabis leaders over seafood and ocean views. Expect real conversations, fresh connections, and coastal summer vibes. Event details>

Friday, August 15 @ 6:00p - Queer in Cannabis - Atlantic City, NJ - FREE

A storytelling event honoring Dennis Peron and the LGBTQ roots of medical cannabis, blending history, activism, and community celebration. Event details>

Saturday, August 23 @  5:00p - CannniVal - Newark, NJ - FREE

Newark’s first cannabis carnival brings immersive games, live art, food trucks, music, and high vibes together for a free 21+ celebration of culture and community. Event details>

Friday, July 25 @ 8:00p - SMOKUS POCUS - Philadelphia, PA - $40.25

Move with intention in this THC-friendly slow flow and guided meditation. Reconnect with your breath, energy, and inner calm. Event details>

Friday, July 25 @ 5:30p - Herbal Consumption Retreat - Philadelphia, PA - $129.89

Hop on a cannabis-friendly retreat bus for a scenic ride, local eats, and great vibes. New destinations every month, same chill energy. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 10:00a - Pocono Canna Fair - Gilbert, PA - $7.18 – $20

PA’s largest outdoor canna fest returns with 325+ vendors, free concerts, camping, and even mushroom tours. Family-friendly and festive. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 5:30p - Yoga Budz- Evening Chill & Flow - Township, PA - Donation

Ease into the weekend with a donation-based, cannabis-friendly yoga session featuring mindful movement, grounding breathwork, and disco-ball aura shielding. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 12:00p - Burn N Learn Reggae Fest 2025 - Shelton, CT - $10

This cannabis-friendly reggae fest features a dab bar, infused mocktails, live music, stoner games, and art all in the name of plant-powered community vibes. Event details>

Thursday, August 14 @ 6:00p - PUFF N PAINT - Manchester, CT - $49.87

Unwind with a paintbrush and a puff at this laid-back art night with drinks, guided painting, and creative vibes at Elicit Brewing. Event details>

Saturday, July 26 @ 2:00p - Supreme Cannabis Tours - Las Vegas, NV - $107.59

Ride party buses to top Vegas dispensaries and lounges. Includes stops at NuWu, Cookies, Jardin, and Planet 13. Event details>

Sunday, July 27 @ 2:00p - The Summer Showcase - Denver, CO - $12.51

A Sunday cannabis-friendly market with local vendors, glass art, and chill BYOW vibes at Tetra Lounge. Event details>

Tuesday, July 29 @ 6:00p - Plant Medicine Leaders Round Table Session LA - Los Angeles, CA - $28.52

An intimate roundtable for plant-medicine leaders to share, strategize, and connect. Limited to 20 vetted participants. Event details>

Saturday, August 16 @ 2:00p - Greener Gardens Growers Cup - Minneapolis, MN - $25 – $50

A judged showcase of Minnesota’s top homegrown flower and concentrates. Includes live music, local vendors, and grower networking. Event details>

Sunday, Aug 17 @ 1:00p - Elevate Your Cannabis Knowledge - Savannah, GA - FREE

Join Trulieve for a free wellness-focused afternoon with cannabis education, local eats, and onsite medical card support at Starland Yard. Event details>

Friday, September 5 @ 3:00p - Speed Networking: NECANN - Atlantic City, NJ - FREE

Fast-paced, guided networking with color-coded name tags and refreshments. Free with NECANN registration. Event details>

Friday, Sep 5 @ 9:00a - Accelerate Cannabis: Kickstarter Brunch - Atlantic, NJ - $39.88

Kick off NECANN NJ with a power brunch connecting industry leaders, startups, and service providers over good food and high-impact networking. Event details>

Friday, Sep 5 @ 8:00p - The Official NECANN NJ 2025 Rooftop Afterparty - Atlantic City, NJ - $215.26

Wrap up NECANN NJ with style at The VÜE Rooftop Bar. Expect music, views, and elevated vibes with industry pros and enthusiasts. Event details>

Saturday, Sep 13 @ 12:00p - Revelry Festival - Pier 36, Manhattan, NY - $25.00

Celebrate NY cannabis and culture with music, speakers, brand activations, and local culinary talent on Pier 36. Event details>

Saturday, Sep 13 @ 10:00a - Steel City Cannabis Convention - Monroeville, PA

Industry insiders, celeb guests, and a cannabis culture celebration that brings Pittsburgh’s finest together in one space. Event details>

Saturday, Sep 26 @ 10:30a - Cannabis Harvest and Intro to Growing Refresher - Lancaster, MA - FREE

A free workshop on harvesting cannabis and refreshing your indoor grow skills—perfect for growers at any stage. Event details>

Saturday, October 4 @ 4:00p - Cannafest DMV: A High-Vibe OktoberSesh Experience - District Heights, MD - From $28.52 

An elevated fall fest with flavor, culture, and community. Rick’s Rulez brings the sesh energy to the DMV. Event details>

Saturday, October 25 @ 10:00a - Cannabis Policy Crash Course & Leadership Training - New York, NY - $0 – $55.20

Leadership training and advocacy tools for building an equitable cannabis industry. A full day of talks, organizing, and action. Event details>

Monday, October 27 @ 8:30a - State of the Cannabis Industry Conference - Boston, MA - $99 – $199

National experts and industry leaders share legal, financial, and investment insights shaping the cannabis landscape. Event details>

Thu, Jun 19-21 - Alternative Products Expo - Nashville, TN

Explore the latest in vape, hemp, and smoke shop innovation at The Fairgrounds Nashville. A key event for connecting with top brands and discovering new trends in the alternative products space. Event details>

Wed, July 9 – 11 - Hemp Beverage Expo - Atlanta, GA

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>

Sun, Jul 17-19 - National Cannabis Festival - Washington, DC

Celebrate legal weed with 2 days of live music, munchies, exhibitors, and more. Event details>

Friday, July 18 @ 1:00p - WEEDCon West - Santa Monica, CA - From $103.22

A premier B2B cannabis expo for education, networking, and product discovery—where West Coast deals and innovations come to life. Event details>

Thursday, August 14 @ 7:00p - Women in Cannabis Expo: Stigma Breakers 2025 - Reno, NV - $250 – $2,500

Connect, inspire, and grow at WICE’s biggest event yet! This 6th annual expo brings together women leaders and aspiring pros across all corners of the cannabis, CBD, and hemp industries. Break barriers, build networks, and spark new opportunities in Reno. Event details>

Fri, Aug 30 - 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>

Wed, Sep 3-5 - MJ Unpacked - St. Louis, MO

Discover, connect, and grow at MJ Unpacked—the national event curated for licensed operators, scientists, and investors to elevate their businesses and ignite new opportunities. Event details>

Fri, Sep 5-6 - The New Jersey Cannabis Convention and NJ NECANN Cup - Atlantic, NJ

The Mid-Atlantic’s biggest B2B cannabis event returns with 200+ exhibitors, 5,000+ attendees, and top-tier programming on business, equity, and innovation. A must-attend for operators, investors, and industry pros. Event details>

Sat, Oct 4-5 - Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival - Kutztown, PA -

Pennsylvania's premier Cannabis festival returns this fall to Renninger's Farmer Market in Kutztown. Hundreds of Vendors, dozens of unique food vendors, all with a cannacentric focus. Event details>

Monday, October 6 @ 8:00a - 2025 Cannabis Research Conference - Avenue Portland, OR - $135.23

Three days of science, innovation, and equity-focused cannabis research for both hemp and marijuana sectors. Event details>

Sunday, November 9 @ 2:00p - Fall 2025 Maryland Home Growers Cup - Ijamsville, MD - From $17.79

MD’s favorite homegrown showdown is back! Celebrate craft cultivation with live music, great eats, and People’s Choice voting. Event details>

Fri, Dec 5-7- Terp Basel 2025 - Miami FL - TBD

This is the ultimate celebration of cannabis culture, art, music, fashion, skateboarding, and technology. This three-night extravaganza features a dynamic lineup of live performances, exclusive brand activations, and mesmerizing art installations by renowned creators. Event details>

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

MJ Unpacked is the go-to event for cannabis retailers and brands ready to scale. With national players, emerging brands, and top investors under one roof, it’s a powerful mix of product innovation, business insight, and real market movement. 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🌿 💐