The Best 4/20 Events in Major Cannabis Markets
2018’s been a big year in the cannabis space—January 1st marked California’s enormous jump into adult-use legalization and a surge in cannabis reformation is spreading across the United States. With a boost in cannabis acceptance as the years go by, 4/20 events are getting bigger and better than ever. From massive concerts to THC-infused yoga, major legal markets are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to celebrating our favorite medicinal plant.
So hop over to our dispensary finder, pick out a few favorite strains, and make your way to the closest 4/20 event to join in on the celebration. Luckily, 4/20 lands on a Friday, so events are happening all weekend long.
*Note: Listed below are a few offerings per market—check your local events calendars for even more infused celebrations.
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Arizona 420 Events 2018
Smoke Fest
Live music, delicious food trucks, cool swag bags, and more wait for you at Go4Twenty’s annual Smoke Fest sponsored by Arizona Organix.
- When: April 20
- Where: Eddie’s Lounge in Glendale
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: 18+ event with 21+ bar service
420 Green Gala: Super Troopers Edition
The team that brought you Super Troopers syncs up with Timeless Vapes for a night of live music, near endless vendors, and hilarious comedy.
- When: April 20
- Where: The Venue Scottsdale in Scottsdale
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: 21+ with valid MMJ card
Vapen Clear’s Clearly Baked
It’s going to be a wild night with Vapen Clear as they release a new line of edibles to the tune of fire artists, live mermaids, dab stations, and more on every floor.
- When: April 21
- Where: The Clarendon Hotel and Spa in Phoenix
- Cost: $21–22.73
- Admittance: 21+ with valid MMJ card
Buds & Brushes
Looking for a chill event to celebrate your 4/20? Check out Buds & Brushes from Arte Bella Painting and get creative with cannabis.
- When: April 21
- Where: 420 Social Club in Tuscon
- Cost: $25
- Admittance: 21+ with valid MMJ card
Stoner Jordan Smoke Out
Enjoy music by Stoner Jordan at the second annual Smoke Out hosted by DJ Michael FoXx & Fangz.
- When: April 20–21
- Where: Rogue Bar in Scottsdale
- Cost: $20–25
- Admittance: 21+
Northern California 420 Events 2018
Hippie Hill
Share your love of cannabis with thousands at San Francisco’s huge 420 Hippie Hill event. It’ll be the largest gathering yet as California navigates its first year of adult-use legalization.
- When: April 20
- Where: Robin Williams Meadow in San Francisco
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: 18+
Berner Presents Hippie Hill
Berner, 2 Chainz, and Trippie Redd are among the artists kicking off a spectacular 4/20 concert juxtaposing the annual Hippie Hill event.
- When: April 20
- Where: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco
- Cost: $59–65
- Admittance: All ages
Puff, Pass, Paint
California Cannabis Tours is mixing art and cannabis with the original Puff, Pass, Paint event.
- When: April 19-21
- Where: Mandela Parkway in Oakland
- Cost: $39
- Admittance: 21+
Restorative Ganja Yoga
Yoga and cannabis are the perfect match. Even better? Yoga, cannabis, and relaxing massage. Take 4/20 in a different direction with this calming event.
- When: April 20
- Where: Vanaspati Yoga in Cambria
- Cost: $40
- Admittance: 21+
Hella 420
Exhale Smoke Shop boasts the “only recreational cannabis event” in Sacramento. Check out this event’s live glass blowing, complimentary bar, free food, and dab bar.
- When: April 20
- Where: Exhale Smoke Shop in Sacramento
- Cost: $31.20
- Admittance: 21+
Cheech & Chong’s Up In Smoke 40th Anniversary
Celebrate 4/20 with this ultimate stoner classic.
- When: April 20
- Where: Hanford Fox Theatre in Hanford
- Cost: $6–9
- Admittance: All ages
Southern California 420 Events 2018
SoCal Cannabis Cup
Lil Wayne and Nas are among the talent at the highly anticipated Cannabis Cup—one of the largest cannabis events of the year.
- When: April 20–22
- Where: National Orange Events Center in San Bernardino
- Cost: $60–420
- Admittance: 18+
Palm Springs Cannabis Film Fest
This cannabis infused film fest packs a punch with educational, entertaining, and thoughtful films providing hours of cannabis insights.
- When: April 20–22
- Where: Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs
- Cost: $15–249
- Admittance: All ages
BAYKED by the Bay
Wyclef Jean headlines the first BAYKED by the Bay event alongside delicious eats, a stunning San Diego sunset, and the opportunity to raise money for the Chihuahua Rescue of San Diego.
- When: April 20
- Where: Embarcadero Marina Park in San Diego
- Cost: $30–75
- Admittance: 21+
Into the Light: A Stoned Yoga Experience
Music, yoga, and meditation highlight the first part of this unique cannabis experience, followed by cannabis infused dancing, karaoke, clairvoyants, and much more.
- When: April 20
- Where: NAVEL in Los Angeles
- Cost: $30–70
- Admittance: 21+
Up in Smoke Burlesque
Get a little hot and bothered with a full cannabis-themed show at the famous Havelle’s Long Beach.
- When: April 20
- Where: Harvelle’s Long Beach in Long Beach
- Cost: $10–100
- Admittance: 21+
Colorado 420 Events 2018
Snoop Dogg’s 420 Wellness Retreat
Rep your cannabis love by celebrating with the weed king himself. Snoop Dogg, Migos, and Lil Pump take the stage and pay tribute to 4/20.
- When: April 20
- Where: Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre in Denver
- Cost: $39.75–120
- Admittance: All ages
420 On The Block
A 420-inspired music festival bringing cannabis advocates and lovers together. Check out the 420 Bazaar and participate in the 420 Challenge for a chance to win $5,000 in prizes.
- When: April 20–22
- Where: Fox Street Compound in Denver
- Cost: $25–175
- Admittance: 21+
Colorado Springs 420 Fest & Tattoo Art Expo
Cannabis and creativity collide at this massive event showcasing excellent tattoos, live music, and gorgeous art with over 50 cannabis vendors to boot.
- When: April 20–22
- Where: Altered Reality Event Center in Colorado Springs
- Cost: $25–150
- Admittance: 21+
Mile High 420 Festival
Lil Wayne and Lil Jon headline this gigantic free cannabis event in downtown Denver. Bring a joint or two (or three) and get in on the celebrations all day long.
- When: April 20
- Where: Civic Center Park in Denver
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: All ages
Michigan 420 Events 2018
G3C 10th Annual 420 Celebtration
The Genessee County Compassion Club is holding their annual 420 bash complete with door prizes, glass blowing, and a ping pong tournament among the 420-inspired activites.
- When: April 20
- Where: Genesee County Compassion Club in Genesee
- Cost: $20
- Admittance: 21+
The Detroit 420
Start your 4/20 off right with an infused brunch followed by hourly cannabis specials leading to an infused dinner. Win prizes and witness a human jenga tournament.
- When: April 20
- Where: 13501 Auburn St. in Detroit
- Cost: $20–50
- Admittance: 21+
Dead Again’s Annual 420 Bash
Celebrate 420 with the smashing Grateful Dead tribute band Dead Again.
- When: April 21
- Where: The Magic Bag in Ferndale
- Cost: $15–20
- Admittance: 21+
Nevada 420 Events 2018
420 Roll It Up
Pre-party and after-party sandwich an incredible music experience featuring Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Ice Cube, Cypress Hill (ft. Mixmaster Mike), and Baby Bash.
- When: April 20
- Where: Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas
- Cost: $48.75–217.55
- Admittance: 21+
Tribal Theory 420
Celebrate 4/20 with ‘urban reggae’ band Tribal Theory. Their island sound infused with rock beats and R&B brings the perfect sound to a stony night.
- When: April 20
- Where: House of Blues Las Vegas in Las Vegas
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: All ages
High in the Sky Expo & Festival
Enjoy sunny Las Vegas weather with a favorite edible beforehand at the gorgeous Desert Pines boasting live music, after party, art, and local Nevada vendors.
- When: April 20
- Where: Desert Pines Golf Club in Las Vegas
- Cost: $42–125
- Admittance: 21+
Bloom: 420 Industry Party
Cannabis industry professionals and a line-up of cool musical acts await you at this 420 industry party.
- When: April 20
- Where: Xhale in Stateline
- Cost: $10
- Admittance: 21+
Oregon 420 Events 2018
Two Flowers CBD Beer fest
420 isn’t only about THC—get a buzz going with delicious CBD-infused beers at this unique 420 beer fest.
- When: April 20
- Where: Coalition Brewing in Portland
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: All ages
Up In Tokes
Love dressing up for any and every holiday? Don’t make 4/20 an exception and get ready for a cannabis-themed costume contest with multiple prizes, live music, and giveaways at Howiees On Front.
- When: April 20
- Where: Howiees On Front in Medford
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: 21+
4.20 Celebration ft. ExMag
Brought to you by Select Oil, spend your 4/20 getting down to jazz and funk with ExMag.
- When: April 20
- Where: No Vacancy Lounge in Portland
- Cost: $4.20
- Admittance: 21+
Stoned to the Drone: PAZ 4/20
Experience all kinds of new music and experimental beats at PAZ PDX.
- When: April 20
- Where: PAZ PDX in Portland
- Cost: Free
- Admittance: 21+
Washington 420 Events 2018
The Gateway Show
From Ivan Decker to Rachel Walls, light up a joint and laugh your heart out with this 420-inspired comedy show.
- When: April 20
- Where: Broadway Performance Hall in Seattle
- Cost: $20–25
- Admittance: 18+
Cucci’s Spooky Weed
Check out the ultimate stoner drag show with Angel Baby Kill Kill Kill, Cookie Couture, and Terrie Belle among other talented acts.
- When: April 20
- Where: Kremwerk in Seattle
- Cost: $4.20–6.66
- Admittance: 21+
The Dope Show
Light up your favorite giggly strains before heading into the Historic Everett Theatre for a hilarious show presented by Tyler Smith.
- When: April 20
- Where: Historic Everett Theatre in Everett
- Cost: $12–16
- Admittance: 21+
Whiz Khalifa 420 in Tri-Cities
Sponsored by Washington cannabis companies like Lucky Leaf and Royals Cannabis, check out the superstar line-up at Whiz Khalifa’s 420 concert.
- When: April 20
- Where: Toyota Center in Kennewick
- Cost: $47–63
- Admittance: All ages
Source: Leafly
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