As every self-respecting stoner knows, the high holiday of cannabis culture takes place on the 20th of every April. Denver isn’t the only city with a variety of unique 4/20 events commemorating cannabis culture. In every state, country and continent, cannabis enthusiasts of every variety join together in celebration. Review our guide to discover nine next-level 4/20 events hosted locally and throughout the world. Don’t feel like leaving the house to celebrate this year? No problem! Check out our team’s best ideas for celebrating 4/20 at home.
Denver hosts a variety of unique 4/20 events commemorating cannabis culture – and an extensive variety of events worldwide. Let’s explore nine recurring cannabis celebrations occurring locally and throughout the world.
Mile High 420 Festival – Denver, CO
The annual Mile High 420 Festival is a free 4/20 gathering in Denver’s own Civic Center Park – packed full of music, food, comedy, yoga and a cannabis community that knows how to get down and party. The legendary bash has featured live shows from a range of notable headliners – including Lil Wayne, Lil Jon, The Wailers, and Waka Flocka Flame. Check the Mile High 420 Festival’s website for the latest details on the next event.
Colorado 420 Fest – Colorado Springs, CO
If you are looking for a relaxing and diverse gathering of cannabis enthusiasts, then Colorado Springs’ 420 Fest is the place for you. This is an annual two-day party where you will get the opportunity to blaze, dab and enjoy the entertainment. Since 2017, each year’s celebration has featured more than fifty nationally recognized tattoo artists and hundreds of 420-friendly vendors. The Holistic Cannabinoid Zone showcases information on varied subjects from aromatherapy to cannabis cooking. The event also offers sightseeing tours, raffles, and photo ops with cannabis models and guest speakers.
UPDATE: This event’s founders announced an indefinite hiatus in 2020 due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit the Colorado 420 Fest website for updates on whether future gatherings are scheduled to occur.
Sweetwater 420 Fest – Atlanta, GA
The Sweetwater 420 Fest has been held annually for more than 15 years – featuring stoner-approved acts like String Cheese Incident and Umphrey’s McGee. But they don’t stop there: they also have a 5K race with cold beer waiting for you at the finish line, a Cornwall tournament, and a children’s play area so parents can relax and enjoy the festivities.
420 Hippie Hill – San Francisco, CA
The yearly 420 Hippie Hill Festival has been held in California since the 1970s – with no signs of stopping (or even slowing down) anytime soon. This all-day event is held at the Golden Gate Park with live music, specials from local vendors, and thousands of cannabis fans. Visit the 420 Hippie Hill website for details on upcoming festivities.
Northwest CannaFest – Portland Oregon
If you’re looking for an eccentric and lively community to join for a unique experience, Portland is the place to go. The city’s annual Northwest CannaFest is a three-day cannabis infused event takes over an entire ghost town area called “Friend”. One great thing about this event is that the party doesn’t stop even after the sun goes down. Most participants set up their tents and camp for the three-day period. While you’re there you can also see great art, participate in educational speakers, peruse through several cannabis vendors with food glassblower’s games and over 30 bands and DJs. Check out the Northwest CannaFest website for the latest details on upcoming festivities.National Cannabis Festival – Washington D.C.
The first National Cannabis Festival took place in 2015 to commemorate the legalization of cannabis in our nation’s capital. The legendary bash has taken place on April 20th of every year since. Adults aged 21 and over are invited to enjoy a variety of food, live music and glass art galleries. You’re also likely to learn from each year’s exhibits exploring the fight toward legalization by advocates throughout the United States.
Additional information on upcoming festivities, location and parking availability can be found on the National Cannabis Festival website.
Still Looking for More 420 Events?
Although many of the following events don’t take place on April 20th, they’re some of the world’s most notable cannabis celebrations. If you want to get your travel on and celebrate 4/20 all-year-round check out some of these awesome events.HempFest – Seattle, Washington
For over thirty years, hemp lovers and environmental advocates have gathered annually for HempFest in the state of Washington. This festival claims to be “the world’s largest event advocating for the decriminalization of marijuana”. With many music groups, vendors, educational opportunities and marijuana advocates this party is grown to be one of the largest in the world and this year should be no exception.Spannabis – Madrid, Spain
As the world’s largest international cannabis tradeshow, Spannabis offers a glimpse into the future of cannabis. Vendors and cannabis enthusiasts come from around the world to showcase unique strains and innovative cannabis technologies. This three-day global celebration allows cannabis enthusiasts to commemorate their shared passion while exploring the latest developments within the cannabis industry.
Stepping High Ganja Festival – Negril, Jamaica
As the largest reggae capital in the world, this ganja-infused party is the longest running cannabis Festival. Featuring several famous and local reggae stars, vendors and educational workshops, come to this annual event for an unforgettable celebration in the beautiful country of Jamaica.
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