California
SF Space Walk 2026 – San Francisco
From April 14 through April 20, San Francisco’s premier cannabis lounges host the SF Space Walk, a curated series of nightly flower drops featuring seven award‑winning growers. Each evening showcases a different strain, allowing attendees to explore the state’s diverse genetics in a regulated, consumption‑friendly setting. Organizers note that all participating venues hold valid licenses from the California Department of Cannabis Control, ensuring product safety and compliance with state testing standards.
Pot Stars of California 420 Celebration – Sacramento
Taking place on April 18 at Cal Expo, this day‑long festival blends live music, interactive art installations, and food trucks with licensed retail sales. According to the event’s press release, over 30 vendors will be on site, offering everything from pre‑rolled joints to infused edibles. A VIP lounge provides catered bites and massage services, catering to guests seeking a more relaxed experience.
Smoke Yours Fest – Los Angeles
Spanning April 17‑20 across Hollywood and Inglewood, Smoke Yours Fest features multiple stages with DJs, live performances, and a marketplace of licensed cannabis brands. Ticket tiers range from general admission ($42) to premium packages ($420) that include backstage access and exclusive merchandise. The organizers emphasize responsible consumption, providing on‑site hydration stations and educational materials about dosage.
Colorado
Mile High 420 Festival – Denver
One of the nation’s largest gatherings for cannabis enthusiasts, the Mile High 420 Festival returns to Civic Center Park on April 20. Expected attendance tops 50,000, according to city permits filed with Denver’s Office of Special Events. This year’s headliner is rapper Juicy J, joined by Paul Wall, Mike Jones, and That Mexican OT. General admission starts at $30, while VIP tickets offer a meet‑and‑greet with Juicy J and access to a private lounge.
Illinois
420 Shakespeare – Chicago
At De Maat Theater on April 20 at 4 p.m., four professional actors perform a Shakespearean scene after consuming a measured 20 mg dose of THC. The production, billed as “Brilliantly chaotic, hilariously unhinged theater,” aims to explore the intersection of art and cannabis in a controlled, 21+ environment. All performers are licensed medical cannabis patients, and the event adheres to Illinois’ public consumption restrictions by taking place indoors.
Bicycle Day Celebration & Countdown to 420 – Chicago
Presented by HARMONI¢A LEWIN$KEY and the producers of HighQ, this April 19 event at Replay Lincoln Park blends live acts, vintage arcade games, and craft beverages leading up to a midnight countdown to 4/20. The lineup includes seven musical acts spanning hip‑hop to electronic, with a focus on showcasing local Chicago talent. Attendees must be 21 + and present valid ID for entry.
Oregon
Northwest Cannafest – Tualatin
Now in its fifth year, Northwest Cannafest runs April 18‑20 at the Northwest Cannabis Company campus in Tualatin. The festival features live glassblowing demonstrations, a prize wheel for swag, food trucks, and rotating cannabis specials from Oregon‑licensed producers. According to the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, all on‑site sales comply with state testing and packaging requirements.
Washington
Laser 420 – Seattle
On April 20 at 7:30 p.m., the Pacific Science Center’s Laser Dome transforms into a immersive light‑show experience set to weed‑inspired tracks from Wu‑Tang Clan, Childish Gambino, Luniz, and others. The event is marketed as a sensory journey that pairs visual stimulation with curated audio, and tickets are sold through the science center’s official portal. All attendees must be 21 + and adhere to Washington’s public consumption laws, which restrict use to private spaces.
Michigan
Cannabana Festival Detroit – Hamtramck
Held on April 18 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at White Star Music Venue, this indoor festival showcases rapper Lakeyah & Friends across two floors and two stages. In addition to music, the event hosts specialty vendors, food trucks, and drink specials. Organizers note that all cannabis vendors are licensed under the Michigan Regulatory Agency, ensuring product safety and accurate labeling.
Nature’s Remedy 420 Pre‑Game Party – Ferndale
Running from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on April 18 (with main festivities noon‑6 p.m.), this all‑day party features live music, a tie‑dye station, a lollipop artist, and pop‑up brand activations. Guests who spend $100 + on a recreational purchase receive a premium goodie bag valued at over $100, with four distribution times throughout the day. The event stresses responsible consumption, providing water stations and educational handouts on dosing.
Nevada
Phish at the Sphere – Las Vegas
Phish’s three‑night run at the Sphere (April 16‑18) aligns perfectly with the 420 weekend, offering fans an immersive audiovisual experience in the venue’s cutting‑edge LED dome. The combination of the band’s improvisational style and the Sphere’s technology has been highlighted by multiple music publications as a must‑see event for both cannabis enthusiasts and live‑music fans.
420 State Fair – Las Vegas
Presented by Farechild and Cannect Hospitality, the fair takes place on April 18, 2026, from 2 p.m. to midnight at NuWu Cannabis. The three‑acre outdoor venue transforms the NuWu Courtyard and Sky High Lounge & Deck into a carnival‑style setting with DJs, interactive games, brand activations, and open‑air consumption areas permitted under Nevada’s private‑use regulations. Free entry is offered, with attendees required to show valid 21+ identification.
New York
Cannavita 420 Art Exhibition – Astoria
On April 17 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Leafly partners with local galleries to present an immersive art show featuring contemporary works inspired by cannabis culture. The evening includes live music, curated cocktails, and a refined lounge atmosphere. All cannabis products displayed are sourced from licensed New York dispensaries, and the event complies with the state’s indoor consumption allowances for licensed premises.
4/20 Weekend at Hibernica – Bronx
Celebrating both the 420 holiday and Hibernica’s second birthday, this dispensary‑hosted event offers giveaways, special deals, free swag, live music, and food trucks. Leafly representatives will be on site to answer questions about product selection and responsible use. The gathering adheres to New York City’s public consumption restrictions by remaining within the dispensary’s private premises.
2026 International Billy Awards – New York
Taking place on April 19 in Brooklyn, the International Billy Awards honor top cultivators across terpene‑driven categories (Candy, Fruit, Gas, Haze) and crown winners of the Masters of Rosin Awards. Presented by Astor Club, the day‑to‑night showcase includes vendor booths, artist performances, and meet‑and‑greets leading up to an evening awards ceremony. All participating businesses hold active licenses from the New York Office of Cannabis Management.
New Jersey
ANJA Fest IV 420 Block Party – Highland Park
On April 18 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., ANJA Fest shuts down a city block for its fourth annual celebration. Attendees can enjoy live music from Pollyanna and DJ Tie, food trucks, live glassblowing, tie‑dye stations, a Chill & Paint lounge, and over $10 K in prizes—including a complimentary ounce distributed at 4:20 p.m. The event is free, 21+ only, and operates under New Jersey’s regulated market guidelines for licensed retailers.
Arizona
SBFM 42.0 Sunday’s Best Concert Series – Phoenix, Tempe, and Surprise
Throughout April, Sunday Goods presents a free concert series that rotates among dispensary locations in Phoenix, Tempe, and Surprise. Shows feature artists such as Mo Maduro (April 19, N. Central Phoenix) and Pariah Pete (April 19, Tempe), with a secret encore slated for April 26 in Surprise. VIP upgrades provide premium seating, a curated tote valued at $300+, refreshments, and post‑show meet‑and‑greets with the performers.
Story Cannabis 420 – Valley‑Wide
Story Cannabis runs a month‑long 420 program across its Arizona locations, offering 50 % off storewide and a $30 half‑ounce deal from April 13‑20. Select stores host DJs and food trucks on April 20, including outlets at McDowell and Glendale. All promotions comply with Arizona’s licensing and advertising statutes for recreational cannabis.
So the next time you wonder, ‘What’s the best 420 events near me?’ Now you know! Have fun out there and drink water!
