Cannabis Events and Industry Expo Guide for 2024

Cannabis Events and Industry Expo Guide for 2024

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Another year, another full schedule of cannabis events. It’s shaping up to be one the most jam-packed years yet when it comes to networking opportunities, fresh plant education, and sharing major advancements for continued industry success and growth.

We’ve rounded up all of the most notable global cannabis events for retailers, cultivators, investors, culture junkies, and cannabis enthusiasts alike.

Connecticut Cannabis Expo, Uncasville, Connecticut

Date: February 24-25, 2024

Location: Sky Convention Center at Mohegan Sun

The third annual Connecticut Cannabis Expo, presented by XpoCanna, rolls three events into one: the Connecticut cannabis business convention, the consumer expo, and The X Cup. New and existing businesses and entrepreneurs will find value in the trade show, which will feature panel discussions on legislation, business opportunities, growth forecasting, networking opportunities, career openings, and the current cannabis political climate, capped off with the second-annual X Cup award ceremony for the best cannabis products on the market.

SXSW, Austin, Texas

Date: March 8-16, 2024

Location: Austin Convention Center

SXSW celebrates the convergence of tech, music, education, film, culture, and, most recently, medical and recreational cannabis. This year will feature a host of panels on the plant, including topics like retail market trends, career opportunities, industry diversity, cannabis law, social equity, the importance of advocacy, and much more.

Alternative Products Expo, Miami

Date: March 14-16, 2024

Location: Mana Wynwood Convention Center

Originally named the USA CBD Expo, the annual B2C Alternative Products Expo exists to help undiscovered products develop into superstars. The show is going international this year and will feature vapes, cannabis, and “everything counterculture under one roof” from hundreds of brands around the world.

Hall of Flowers, Ventura, California

Date: March 13-14, 2024

Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds

Hall of Flowers is coming to Ventura this March, bringing education, exhibitions, new inventions, and invaluable B2B cannabis tips for success to its attendees.

International Cannabis Business Conference, Barcelona

Date: March 14, 2024

Location: L’Auditori de Cornellà

With a few different conferences occurring throughout the year, the International Cannabis Business Conference in Barcelona will focus on B2B. The conference has partnered with Spannabis to form a “super-conference”, considered a “must-attend” for anyone serious about succeeding in the international industry.

Spannabis, Barcelona, Spain

Date: March 15-17,2024

Location: Fira de Cornellà

Spannabis is the most well-known destination when it comes to tapping into the ins and outs of international cannabis. This year will feature three days of thoughtful exhibitions, designed for global cannabis professionals to exchange opinions, create new contacts, and maybe even feel out a few new clients.

NECANN, Boston

Date: March 22-23, 2024

Location: Hynes Convention Center

This year’s New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN) will feature a new and third exhibit hall, with more programming and workshopping on the 2024 schedule. Exhibitors include Assured Testing Laboratories, Flowhub, Hara Supply, TREEZ, Xylem Technologies, and more.

CannExpo, Toronto, Canada

Date: March 22-24, 2024

Location: Enercare Centre

This year’s CannExpo will feature daily competitions, budtender sampling, games and prizes, an outdoor consumption zone, and the chance to purchase some of the most popular cannabis products on the market. Attendees: expect to explore exhibits from the likes of Boveda, High Flyer Media, and Royal Cannabis Supply Co.

The Emerald Conference, San Diego

Date: April 1-3, 2024

Location: Loews Coronado Bay

In its ninth year, The Emerald Conference highlights industry-wide advancements in cannabis science and psychedelics. A forum for cannabis’s latest research, advancements, and practical applications, attendees will learn about modern innovations in cannabis cultivation, processing, and product development.

CannaCon South, Oklahoma City

Date: April 5-6, 2024

Location: OKC Convention Center

As Oklahoma gears up to hopefully launch its adult-use program soon, the state is getting a head start with CannaCon South, a cannabis networking event that aims to bring together the South’s cannabis community as it continues to establish itself.

MJ Unpacked, Atlantic City, New Jersey

Date: April 9-11, 2024

Location: Hard Rock Hotel Casino in Atlantic City

One of the biggest cannabis networking events in the U.S., MJ Unpacked returns to Atlantic City for a mass collaboration of retailers and accredited investors. The cannabis industry event is exclusive to retail and brand executives with the title manager and above, R&D and licensed lab professionals, and active investors in the space.

NoCo Hemp Expo, Estes Park, Colorado

Date: April 11-13, 2024

Location: Estes Park Events Complex & Conference Center

This year marks the 10th annual NoCo Hemp Expo: a tranquil, intimate retreat in Estes Park, Colorado—a.k.a., “The Gateway to the Rockies.” Here, you’ll find meaningful connections, insightful sessions, and the invaluable opportunity to network and make deals with like-minded operators.

International Cannabis Business Conference, Berlin

Date: April 15-17, 2024

Location: Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin, Estrel Berlin

This iteration of the International Cannabis Business Conference will take place in Berlin: one day at the Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin for a global investment forum, and the following two days at Estrel Berlin to cover B2B industry updates and innovations.

CannaCon Midwest, St. Paul, Minnesota

Date: April 16-17, 2024

Location: Saint Paul RiverCentre

CannaCon Midwest is where Midwest cannabis culture collaborates with the legal industry. The cannabis business expo is a one-stop shop for cultivation supplies, industry innovations, world-class genetics, business and legal advice, retail displays, extraction technology, scientific and financial trends, branding, marketing, and more.

Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, Hollywood, Florida

Date: April 16-17, 2024

Location: Diplomat Beach Resort

Of all the cannabis events on this list, Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is the one geared most toward investment and branding. The cannabis conference is all about meeting major players and making deals. Attendees will attend group networking events on a daily basis, schedule one-on-one meetings, and establish powerful relationships with new targets.

Lucky Leaf Expo, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Date: April 26-27, 2024

Location: Minneapolis Convention Center

This marijuana convention is all about industry education, networking, and growing your business. The Lucky Leaf Expo provides attendees with speakers and panels, innovative exhibitors, networking opportunities and after-parties, and last but not least: a canna museum, where you can learn all about the roots of the cannabis industry.

Innovation CannaTech, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Date: April 30, 2024

Location: The Kingsley by Hilton Bloomfield Hills

Whether you’re a cultivator, manufacturer, or retailer, Innovation CannaTech is a prime opportunity to present your cannabis community advancements to a like-minded and experienced audience. Out of all this year’s weed conventions, Innovation CannaTech is best for new business owners looking to float their bright new ideas in a safe, helpful space.

Michigan CannaTech Expo, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Date: May 1-2, 2024

Location: Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort

As the largest cannabis market expo and one of the biggest cannabis trade shows in the nation, Michigan CannTech Expo is the prime place to gather if you’re a local operator looking for some guidance in the still-establishing new market. The event will feature over 40,000 square feet of exhibitions, highlighting recent advancements in production technology, licensing, banking, hiring, and more.

Cannabis Science Conference, Kansas City, Missouri

Date: May 7-9, 2024

Location: Kansas City Marriott Downtown

This year’s Cannabis Science Conference will include presentations, exhibits, and roundtable discussions from some of the most brilliant minds in cannabis science. As the industry’s premier science event, the conference focuses on science, medical cannabis, and cultivation.

CBD & Hemp Wholesale World 2024, Las Vegas

Date: May 8-9, 2024

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center

The CBD & Hemp Wholesale World 2024 is for entrepreneurs in the space. Attendees will pull a lot of value from the event, including effective business practices and powerful insights into past challenges operators have learned and grown from.

CannMed, Marco Island, Florida

Date: May 12-1, 2024

Location: J.W. Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort

This year’s CannMed Innovation & Investment Summit will be an exclusive experience of discovery, development, and networking with cannabis innovators all over the world.

CannaCon West, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Date: May 17-18, 2024

Location: Albuquerque Convention Center

This B2B cannabis expo is a great chance for operators to connect, network, and learn more about building a business in New Mexico. CannaCon West will feature cultivation supplies, business and legal advice, market trends, branding concepts for retail success, and more.

BizCann Expo, Medellín, Colombia

Date: May 18-19,  2024

Location: Plaza Mayor Convention Center

BizCann Expo offers customized educational panels that will cover topics like: legislation and regulation, branding and marketing, banking, investing, accounting, real estate, legacy markets, and retail. The event space focuses on delivering educational and networking opportunities for the LATAM cannabis region as it continues to expand and develop.

Grow Up, Toronto, Canada

Date: May 27-29, 2024

Location: Delta Hotel by Marriott Toronto Airport Conference Centre

This year’s Grow Up is Toronto’s ninth annual industry event. It’s one of Canada’s largest legal cannabis trade shows, featuring a wide array of growers, retailers, and brands for attendees to discover and connect with.

CWCB Expo, New York

Date: June 5-6, 2024

Location: Javits Convention Center

CWCB Expo is New York City’s premier B2B convention for East Coast operators. Expect two days of networking, keynote speakers, product displays, educational sessions, and an exhibition floor created to inspire ideas for the industry’s future.

Flower Expo, Greenfield, Massachusetts

Date: June 5-6, 2024

Location: Franklin County Fairgrounds

The grassroots Massachusetts Flower Expo is where buyers meet legal cannabis brands. The goal of the event is to facilitate meaningful connections and partnerships for businesses, while also offering a consumer-friendly experience that includes product samples, networking, and delicious food and beverages from local vendors.

CannaCon Northeast, Rochester, New York

Date: June 20-21, 2024

Location: Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center

Rochester’s CannaCon Northeast provides New York operators with access to entrepreneurs and creators within the space. Attendees will learn more about trends and technology from the industry’s leaders and access forecasting insights into New York’s market.

Flower Expo, Allegan, Michigan

Date: August 7-8, 2024

Location: Allegan County Fairgrounds

This year’s second Flower Expo will take place in Michigan, where operators will gather to discuss the future of the industry and network with like-minded peers over free products, food, and beverages.

AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference, Aurora, Colorado

Date: August 12-14, 2024

Location: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center

AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference is where finance leaders and CFOs reveal and explore all of the insights that they’ve rendered “top-of-mind” for 2024.

Hall of Flowers, Santa Rosa, California

Date: September 27-28, 2024

Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds

Hall of Flowers also hits Santa Rosa in September, where essential B2B connections are available for attending entrepreneurs. Of all the cannabis conventions 2024, Hall of Flowers is great for checking out high-quality brands, accessing impactful networking, and consuming onsite with your peers.

Lucky Leaf Expo, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Date: September 27-28, 2024

Location: Albuquerque Convention Center

New Mexico’s Lucky Leaf Expo brings professionals and enthusiasts together to experience cutting-edge technology demonstrations, informative discussions, and panel discussions led by industry experts.

Grow Up, Edmonton, Alberta

Date: September 29 through October 1, 2024

Location: Edmonton Convention Centre

Grow Up will also hit Alberta, Canada: a choice opportunity for Canada’s largest collection of growers, retailers, and brands to gather and exchange ideas and information.

MJBizCon, Las Vegas

Date: December 3-6 2024

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center

As one of the most well-known cannabis events in the world, this year’s MJBizCon returns to Las Vegas with new speakers, educational resources, and more opportunities to network. The expo has four pavilions for convenient navigation: cultivation products and services, processing, packaging and lab services, retail and dispensary, and business services.

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