Everyone wants to know—’Where’s the best 420 events near me?’ April is already upon us, and with it, the biggest day of the year for those of us who love weed. As you well know, 420 is history, culture, industry, lore, and always a whole lotta fun. To get you in the spirit, we have here a lineup of the best ways to celebrate stoner Christmas, from concerts with acclaimed artists to all-day fairs to drops with the biggest breeders around. Make this 420 yours, whichever way you want.
California
SF Space Walk 2026 – San Francisco
SF Space Walk 2026 transforms the week leading up to 4/20 into a citywide cannabis celebration unlike any other. From April 14–20, seven acclaimed growers release seven exceptional flower drops across seven nights at San Francisco’s finest cannabis lounges. It’s a progressive, curated journey through the city’s best 420 culture.
Pot Stars of California 420 Celebration – Sacramento
Taking place April 18 at Cal Expo, this event runs 11 a.m. –8 p.m. and includes live performances, interactive attractions, food trucks, and on-site cannabis sales through licensed retailers. There’s also a VIP lounge with catered food and massage services.
Smoke Yours Fest – Los Angeles
A multi-day event running April 17–20 across Hollywood and Inglewood, featuring live music, DJs, and cannabis vendors. Tickets range from $42–$420 depending on the experience level.
Colorado
Mile High 420 Festival – Denver
One of the world’s largest cannabis celebrations, the Mile High 420 Festival returns to Civic Center Park on April 20 and expects up to 50,000 attendees. This year’s headliner is Juicy J, with additional performances from Paul Wall, Mike Jones, and That Mexican OT. General admission starts at $30, with VIP options including a Juicy J meet-and-greet and exclusive lounge access.
Illinois
420 Shakespeare – Chicago
420 Shakespeare takes the Bard to bold new territory. Four professional actors gather at Chicago’s De Maat Theater to perform a Shakespeare classic — but not before at least one of them indulges in 20mg of, well, you know. The result? Brilliantly chaotic, hilariously unhinged theater. Four actors + 20mg = anything can (and Will) happen. Monday, April 20 at 4 p.m. 21+.
Bicycle Day Celebration & Countdown to 420 – Chicago
A psychedelic night of culture and creativity at its most colorful. Presented by HARMONI¢A LEWIN$KEY and the producers of HighQ – America’s Favorite Drug Test, the night features live performances from seven acts, vintage arcade games, HighQ Lounge activities, craft beers, cocktails, and local bites, all building to a New Year’s Eve-style midnight countdown to 4/20. Sunday, April 19, at the Replay Lincoln Park.
Oregon
Northwest Cannafest – Tualatin
Oregon’s largest 4/20 cannabis festival, presented by Northwest Cannabis Company, runs April 18–20 and is now in its fifth year. The multi-day event features live music, DJs, live glassblowing demonstrations, a prize wheel for swag and giveaways, food, and cannabis specials throughout.
Washington
Laser 420 – Seattle
Laser 420 brings the ultimate 4/20 celebration to Seattle’s iconic Pacific Science Center Laser Dome. On Monday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m., immerse yourself in a laser light show set to your favorite weed-inspired anthems from Wu-Tang Clan, Childish Gambino, Luniz, and more. It’s a trippy, one-of-a-kind sensory experience that goes perfectly with 420 indulging.
Michigan
Cannabana Festival Detroit – Hamtramck
Cannabana Festival Detroit takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2–9 p.m. at White Star Music Venue in Hamtramck, MI. This 420 weekend indoor festival features rapper Lakeyah & Friends performing live across two floors and two stages, with specialty vendors, food, drink specials, and multiple activations.
Nature’s Remedy 420 Pre-Game Party – Ferndale
Nature’s Remedy is throwing an all-day 420 Pre-Game Party on April 18 from 9 a.m. –9 p.m. (main festivities 12–6 p.m.). Expect live music, vendor pop-ups, a tie-dye station, a lollipop artist, and massive deals from top brands. Score one of 25 premium goodie bags (valued at $100+) when you spend $100+ on a recreational purchase — with four drop times throughout the day.
Neveda
Phish at the Sphere – Las Vegas
Phish plays the Sphere April 16–18, perfectly bookending the 420 weekend for music lovers.The combination of the Sphere’s immersive environment and the 420 holiday makes this an all-timer.
420 State Fair – Las Vegas
Presented by Farechild and Cannect Hospitality, the 420 State Fair takes place at NuWu Cannabis on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. This all-day takeover transforms the NuWu Courtyard and Sky High Lounge & Deck into an immersive 420 experience featuring DJs, games, interactive activities, carnival treats, and brand activations.The three-acre outdoor venue offers open-air consumption.
New York
Cannavita 420 Art Exhibition – Astoria
Experience an immersive evening on April 17th from 6 – 11 p.m. featuring a curated art exhibition showcasing a dynamic lineup of contemporary artists, alongside music, connection, and a refined cannabis lifestyle atmosphere. Leafly will be on-site for the festivities; come say hi!
4/20 Weekend at Hibernica – Bronx
Celebrate the biggest day in weed and Hibernica’s second birthday with a dispensary event featuring giveaways, special deals, free swag, live music, food trucks, and more. Leafly will be on-site for the festivities; come say hi!
2026 International Billy Awards – New York
The International Billy Awards come to Brooklyn on April 19 for a day-to-night celebration of cannabis excellence. Presented by Astor Club, the event honors top cultivators across four terpene-driven flower categories — Candy, Fruit, Gas, and Haze — with a full day of vendors, performances, and meet-and-greets leading into an evening awards show. Winners of the 2026 Masters of Rosin Awards featuring Alchemist & Friends will also be crowned.
New Jersey
ANJA Fest IV 420 Block Party – Highland Park
ANJA Fest 4 returns to Highland Park, NJ, on April 18, 1–7 p.m., shutting down the block for its fourth annual 420 celebration. Expect live music from Pollyanna, DJ Tea, and more, plus food trucks, live glassblowing, tie-dye, a Chill & Paint lounge, and $10K+ in prizes and giveaways, including a free ounce at 4:20. Free entry, 21+ only.
Arizona
SBFM 42.0 Sunday’s Best Concert Series – Phoenix, Tempe, and Surprise
Sunday Goods’ SBFM 42.0: Sunday’s Best Concert Series is a free, month-long April concert series turning dispensary locations across the Valley into intimate live music experiences. Upcoming shows feature Mo Maduro (April 19, N. Central Phoenix) and Pariah Pete (April 19, Tempe), and a final Secret Encore Artist on April 26 in Surprise. VIP upgrades include seating, a curated tote ($300+ value), bites, and a post-show meet & greet.
Story Cannabis 420 – Valley-Wide
Story Cannabis runs a full month of 420 programming across its Arizona locations, with 50% off storewide and a $30 half-ounce deal from April 13–20, plus DJs and food trucks on April 20 at select locations, including McDowell and Glendale.
So the next time you wonder, ‘What’s the best 420 events near me?’ Now you know! Have fun out there and drink water!
