Top Cannabis Conferences and Events in the US (2025–2026)
The US cannabis market is valued at roughly $38.5 billion in 2024, with projections reaching $75 billion by 2030. Over 40 states permit some form of cannabis use. This guide covers the major industry events from late 2025 through mid-2026.
2025–2026 Cannabis Events Calendar
| Event | Date | Location | Type | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MJBizCon 2025 | December 2–5, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | Global B2B Conference & Expo | mjbizconference.com |
| SUNY Cannabis Conference | January 12–13, 2026 | Niagara Falls, NY | Academic/Professional Conference | (Check SUNY system sites) |
| Hawaii Cannabis Expo | January 30 – February 1, 2026 | Honolulu, HI | Regional Expo & Conference | (Check local event listings) |
| Florida Cannabis Conference | February 10–12, 2026 | Florida (Location TBD) | Regional B2B Conference | floridastatecannabis.org |
| Lucky Leaf Expo Minneapolis | February 27–28, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | B2B Conference & Expo | luckyleafexpo.com |
| Natural Products Expo West | March 3–6, 2026 | Anaheim, CA | Natural Products Trade Show (includes hemp/CBD) | expowest.com |
| National Cannabis Festival | April 18–19, 2026 (Estimated) | Washington, D.C. | Festival, Music & Advocacy | nationalcannabisfestival.com |
| NECANN Boston | April 24–25, 2026 | Boston, MA | B2B Convention & NECANN Cup | necann.com/boston |
| NECANN New Jersey | May 5–7, 2026 (Estimated) | Atlantic City, NJ | B2B Convention & NECANN Cup | necann.com |
| NECANN New York | May 14–15, 2026 (Estimated) | New York/Rochester area | B2B Convention & NECANN Cup | necann.com |
| Cannabis Means Business (CMB) | June 3–4, 2026 (Estimated) | New York, NY | B2B Conference & Expo | cannabismeansbusiness.com |
| Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference | June 2026 (Dates TBD) | Chicago, IL | Investment & Branding Conference | benzinga.com/cannabis |
| CannaCon Midwest St. Paul | June 26–27, 2026 (Estimated) | St. Paul, MN | B2B Conference & Expo | cannacon.org |
Many 2026 dates are estimated based on historical patterns. Always verify dates and registration details on official event websites.
Event Details
MJBizCon 2025
- December 2–5, 2025 (Pre-show forums Dec 2)
- Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
- The world's largest B2B cannabis event. Expects 30,000+ attendees and 1,400+ exhibitors across 250,000+ sq ft. Pre-show forums cover Finance, Marketing, Science, Psychedelics, and Business 101. Main conference includes 60+ sessions with 125+ speakers. Networking events include "Empowering Women" and "Achieving Equity" receptions.
- mjbizconference.com
Lucky Leaf Expo Minneapolis 2026
- February 27–28, 2026 (Pre-show course February 26)
- Minneapolis, MN
- Focused on Minnesota's emerging adult-use market. 100+ exhibitors, 30+ sessions on cultivation, extraction, retail, compliance, and business fundamentals. Includes a "Cannabis Business Crash Course" on Feb 26 for newcomers. Covers Minnesota-specific regulations and licensing. Open to professionals, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and consumers.
- luckyleafexpo.com
NECANN Boston 2026
- April 24–25, 2026
- Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA
- Largest cannabis industry event on the East Coast. 9,000+ attendees, 300+ exhibitors, 60+ speakers. Covers Massachusetts regulations, cultivation, retail, extraction, investment, and marketing. Features the NECANN Cup competition, one-on-one investor meetings, and networking events.
- necann.com/boston
Cannabis Means Business (CMB) New York 2026
- June 3–4, 2026 (Estimated)
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY
- Premier East Coast B2B expo in Manhattan. Programming covers cultivation automation, extraction, retail tech, compliance, and branding. Special events include the Women in Cannabis Entrepreneur Luncheon. Focused on New York's large emerging adult-use market and the broader Northeast corridor.
- cannabismeansbusiness.com
Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference 2026
- June 2026 (Specific dates TBD)
- Chicago, IL
- North America's leading cannabis investment conference. Features live company presentations to investors, pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings, and panel discussions on valuations and deal structures. Attendees include institutional investors, family offices, venture capital firms, and private equity funds. Both presenters and investors must apply to attend.
- benzinga.com/cannabis-conference
Industry Snapshot (Late 2025 / Early 2026)
Cannabis remains federally illegal in the US, classified as Schedule I. About 24 states plus D.C. have legalized adult-use recreational cannabis, and nearly 40 states permit medical programs. Federal reform discussions continue around the SAFE Banking Act and DEA rescheduling petitions.
Emerging markets like New York, New Jersey, Ohio, and Minnesota are building out licensed retail infrastructure. Established markets like California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington are focused on consolidation and efficiency. Multi-state operators (Curaleaf, Trulieve, Green Thumb Industries, Cresco Labs) continue expanding, while independents compete through craft cultivation, unique genetics, and niche products.
High-growth product categories include cannabis beverages, precisely-dosed edibles, novel extractions, and wellness formulations.
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