The stoner holiday supreme is just around the corner. If you live on the East Coast or in the Midwest, there are plenty of weed-friendly states to ensure you can celebrate safely without the fear of the police knocking on the door and killing your buzz. 420 events are becoming more and more common every year, and if you’re close to places like Boston, New York City, or Chicago, you’ll have your pick of the litter.
New York 420 Events
420 Puff and Paint
Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025
Location: Saint John’s Place, Brooklyn, NY
Details: A place to paint your next masterpiece or learn the basics from real art instructors. Smoking and revelry are welcome.
Happy Munkey 4/20 Celebration
Date: April 20, 2025
Location: Brooklyn Bourne Dispensary, 2225 Church Ave., Brooklyn
Details: Live DJ sets, cannabis activations, raffles, and contests. Entry is free with RSVP and a qualifying purchase at Happy Munkey’s Manhattan or Brooklyn locations. Must be 21+ to attend.
NYC Cannabis Parade & Rally
Date: April 20, 2025
Location: Parade down Broadway to Union Square Park
Details: One of the world’s longest-running marijuana legalization events, featuring a parade, rally, and celebratory after-party.
Massachusetts 420 Events
Extravaganja
Date: April 19, 2025
Location: Franklin County Fairgrounds
Details: UMass C.E.C. is the nation’s oldest student-run cannabis and drug reform organization. Their annual event features live music, local vendors, food, and cannabis education.
NB Rude Boys 420 Event
Date: April 20, 2025
Location: The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub, New Bedford, MA
Details: Live music and 420-friendly activities abound.
Boston Freedom Rally
Date: September 19–20, 2025
Location: Boston Common
Details: Annual marijuana law reform event with speeches, live music, vendors, and educational exhibits.
The Harvest Cup
Date: November 8–9, 2025
Location: DCU Center, Worcester
Details: New England’s premier cannabis competition, exhibition, and trade show.
Illinois / Midwest 420 Events
Keefy Cannafest 2025
Date: May 17, 2025
Location: Parkway Dispensary, Tilton
Details: A celebration featuring various cannabis-related activities and vendors.
A Culinary 420 Experience
Dates: April 20, 2025
Location: Eden, 2734 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL
Details: Expect a four-course tasting menu crafted with bold flavors, immersive activations, mocktails, and a dinner menu infused with delight.
Ohio Valley 4/20 Cannabis Fest
Dates: April 18–21, 2025
Location: Jacobsburg
Details: Features live music, unique activities, and free camping.
