Whether you’ve been celebrating Danksgiving or not, there are many holidays that fall on the weekend and week just after Thanksgiving. In the cannabis community, we’re all about bringing more goodwill into this time of gratitude.
We at Honeysuckle view this special time as a way to highlight those brands that emphasize community impact and innovation. This is a dynamic year in the space, particularly as New York’s consumption market comes online in a major way. And whether you’re looking for Black Friday deals and discounts, skipping the virtual lines on Cyber Monday, or getting a perk from supporting good causes on Giving Tuesday, this list will help you make the purchases that elevate your life - and someone else’s.
Now that we’ve completed our 17th print edition featuring Havoc of Mobb Deep (click here to order), we’re sharing with you some of our favorite cannabis-themed holiday deals. You’ll learn more about many of these brands in our issue, but for now, seize the season - get the best of all categories from flower to accessories to CBD skincare and so much more. (And hurry, because the highs may last, but the low prices won’t!)
Check back frequently, as we will update this list throughout the holiday season!
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Black Friday (November 24)
The day retailers have planned for all year long. Giant deals and big perks await you on this official start of the holiday season!
Small Business Saturday (November 25)
Show your local businesses, craft producers and startups some love the day after Black Friday. Visit brick and mortar establishments when you can, to get that authentic interaction with the people who create the products you crave.
Cyber Monday (November 27)
Prefer to shop online instead of in-store? Get the most out of your e-commerce experience on this day dedicated to digital consumption.
Giving Tuesday (November 28)
Spread your dollars around to change lives. Giving Tuesday is the perfect time to amplify your favorite nonprofits, or those businesses that commit a portion of their proceeds to worthy causes. Your green is doing good.
Best Black Friday Cannabis Dispensary Deals
Housing Works Cannabis Co
New York’s first state-licensed dispensary opened on December 29, 2022 under the auspices of the long-running nonprofit Housing Works. Soon, Housing Works Cannabis Co (HWCC) will celebrate its one-year anniversary. But in the meantime, visitors to the store at 750 Broadway (Broadway and 8th Street) can enjoy a wide range of products grown by the Empire State’s craft cultivators and made by local brands, many of them women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+-owned. Traditional flower, vapes, edibles, and CBD pet treats are among the items available for purchase. Proceeds go to support Housing Works’ various social advocacy initiatives, which provide resources such as housing, healthcare, and job training for people living with HIV, AIDS, and chronic illnesses. Those seeking immersive learning experiences can also enjoy Housing Works’ MJ Mondaze, a series of free educational events that HWCC hosts at the Housing Works Bookstore in Soho on the first Monday of each month.
Check Out Housing Works Cannabis Co’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
In addition to the vast array of products you’ll normally find at HWCC, make sure to stop in the store at 750 Broadway for new or limited-edition items that arrive on shelves throughout the holiday season. Make sure to ask the budtenders for their recommendations; these experts will never steer you wrong. And stay tuned for the grand anniversary reopening on December 29th - though the shop is open while under construction. (@housingworkscannabis on Instagram)
Union Square Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store
Embark on a distinctive cannabis journey at Union Square Travel Agency (USQTA), a licensed adult-use dispensary that seamlessly blends quality products with purpose. Located in the heart of Union Square at 835 Broadway (Broadway and 13th Street), the store is a haven for cannabis connoisseurs seeking a refined setting to explore an exquisite collection of items that represent the diversity of New Yorkers themselves. Each brand is showcased like a rare gem, with many featured companies being women, queer, and BIPOC owned. USQTA is renowned for its unique Flower Lounge, a first-of-its-kind experiential learning hub where customers can educate themselves on terpenes, strains, and the endocannabinoid system. Additionally, the dispensary donates 51 percent of its proceeds to The Doe Fund, a longstanding nonprofit that empowers individuals to break cycles of recidivism through economic opportunity, housing, and support services. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in USQTA’s atmosphere of relaxation and sophistication - it’s also a favorite spot for celebrities like Amy Sedaris and Sarah Silverman. Indulge with a trip to this community-driven space that makes a positive impact.
Check Out Union Square Travel Agency’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
While USQTA offers a wide range of products from cannabis flower, edibles, pre-rolls, and concentrates to tinctures, topicals, and accessories, consumers should be sure to visit the store for new items throughout the holiday season. Staff picks are also listed on the company’s website. For a fun daytime activity, cannabis fans can visit THC NYC, Soho’s museum of cannabis, which holds a dedicated kiosk on the first floor allowing USQTA to deliver favorite products directly to consumers within an hour of ordering. For more information, click here. (@unionsquaretravelagency on Instagram)
Manhattan Cannabis Growers’ Showcase: Hell’s Kitchen Cannabis Collective and Weedubest
It’s time to #RollWithNewYork at the Manhattan Cannabis Growers’ Showcase, organized by the Hell’s Kitchen Cannabis Collective (HKCC) and Green Leaf Cannabis in collaboration with Legacy Dispensers, The Dope Connection, and Weedubest. At this premium showcase of products from New York cannabis farmers and processors, licensed by the state’s Office of Cannabis Management, consumers will experience some of the best buds grown right at home. The fun starts at 356 West 40th Street (40th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues), where featured partners and brands include Open Minded Organics (OMO), Animal House, Cirona Labs, FlowerHouse NY, Ithaca Organics Cannabis Co., NOWAVE, Claudine Farms, Slack Hollow Organics, MB Farm Cannabis, Revert Cannabis New York (Homestead Hemp 1787), Ravens View Genetics, and Adsomo.
Taking the artisan approach of a traditional farmer’s market, and uplifting it to celebrate the nature of the plant, the innovation of a new industry, and the magic of New York, the Manhattan Cannabis Growers’ Showcase is a craft tour from Upstate to Downstate. Delivery and online ordering options are also available through Weedubest, a service designed to bring the canna community closer together. Why buy local? Come see for yourself!
Weedubest and Manhattan Cannabis Growers’ Showcase Black Friday / Holiday Deal
The Manhattan Cannabis Growers’ Showcase is on until December 30th! Check in at the Hell’s Kitchen Cannabis Collective every day 11AM-9PM (off every other Wednesday) for featured products from local, licensed cannabis cultivators and processors to see what’s new. For easier access to product selections, join Weedubest and shop the Showcase online. Get a 25% discount now by becoming a community member. Visit weedubest.com for more information. (@weedubest, @hellskitchencannabis on Instagram)
Top to bottom, left to right: Gotham in the East Village (C) Jack Blasko / Honeysuckle Media, Inc. @killjark; Statis Cannabis in the Bronx, courtesy of NY1; Dank 716 in Buffalo, courtesy of ABC News; Dosha Farms in Oneonta (C) Dosha Farms; Smacked Village in the West Village (C) Sam C. Long / Honeysuckle Media, Inc. @tissuekulture; Gotham Buds in Harlem (C) Sam C. Long; Dazed in Union Square (C) Jaime Lubin / Honeysuckle Media, Inc. @jaimelubin; CONBUD in the Lower East Side (C) Sam C. Long; TerpBros in Astoria, Queens (C) Sam C. Long
Black Friday Deals: Buy Legal, Buy Local! New York's Licensed Adult-Use Cannabis Dispensaries
Did you know New York has 27 licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries now operating in regions across the state? Make sure you're buying legal and local for Small Business Saturday! Find the nearest retailer to you by clicking here.
Best Black Friday Cannabis Cultivar Deals
Compound Genetics
One of the most illustrious breeders today, Compound Genetics is at the forefront of premium cannabis genetics, with a worldwide fanbase for its potent, flavor-rich strains. Originating in the legacy market, Compound brings over 20 years of experience in innovation and excellence. The brand has introduced such influential cultivars as Apples and Bananas for global leader Cookies; the popular Jet Fuel Gelato; Pavé, for rapper Quavo from Migos, and extensive collaborations with Wiz Khalifa’s Khalifa Kush. Fans of Compound’s stellar lineup will be thrilled this holiday to own seeds from the company’s prized catalogue, as seen in their recently launched The Menthol Collection. (Their website also features excellent merch!)
Check Out Compound Genetics’ Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
The Menthol Volume II just released on Thanksgiving Day. This limited-edition seed collection celebrates one of Compound’s signature strains, The Menthol. A harmonious blend of legendary genetics (Gelato 45, White Diesel, High Octane and Jet Fuel G6), The Menthol is celebrated for its distinctive flavor profile, combining notes of mint, earth, and a hint of citrus. This hybrid cultivar boasts a well-balanced high that uplifts the mind and relaxes the body, making it perfect for both recreational and therapeutic use. With Compound Genetics' commitment to quality and precision breeding, The Menthol exemplifies their dedication to pushing the boundaries of cannabis cultivation. The limited-edition drop is currently available from the following seed banks: African Smoke Head Shop, Crazy Catz Seed Bank, Deeply Rooted Seed Bank, Fruta Seeds, Insane Seeds, Neptune Seed Bank, North Atlantic Seed, OG Lab Seed Bank, Seeds Here Now (SHN), and Supreme Seed Bank. (@compoundgeneticsofficial on Instagram)
DeLisioso
DeLisioso is on a mission to right the wrongs of the War on Drugs. Founded by Richard DeLisi and his family, the brand creates cannabis products with a portion of all proceeds going to organizations like Last Prisoner Project (LPP), a restorative justice nonprofit that works to free people incarcerated on cannabis-related charges. Formerly the nation’s longest-serving nonviolent cannabis prisoner, having served 32 years of a 90-year sentence, Richard DeLisi was at the center of a multi-pronged effort to raise awareness of the harms of cannabis criminalization. With LPP and advocates from across the globe working on his behalf, DeLisi was released from prison in December 2020. Since then, he has dedicated himself and DeLisioso to helping others reenter public life.
Check Out DeLisioso’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
Although DeLisioso always has it on offer, we have to shout out their Flamingo Kush strain. This cultivar, designed in partnership with leading operator Trulieve, is a trademark developed through Richard DeLisi’s own favorite flavors. Flamingo Kush smells like a mix of earthy kush aroma and minty. It is considered very powerful and users report feeling euphoric throughout their body, making it an excellent choice for those looking for a good night’s sleep. Find this strain in select Trulieve dispensaries or check out @_delisioso_ on Instagram for more information.
Best Black Friday Cannabis Beverage Deals
Maison Bloom
Put some bubbly in your life with Maison Bloom’s Elevated Seltzer, infused with sun-grown craft cannabis certified by OCAL, California’s certification that ensures consistency with the National Organic Program, and curated by Sonoma Hills Farm. The Maison Bloom beverages are created to focus on sessionability, delivering a highly enjoyable total mind and body euphoria that also benefits in reducing pain and stress, lowering anxiety, and helping consumers feel a blissful balance from every bottle. If you’re a wine lover interested in experiencing the cannabis side of things, or a plant enthusiast who wants a little more liquid and less smoke, this is the product for you. Named “Best Infused Plant Beverage Company” by Global Health and Pharma, Maison Bloom is one of a kind - cheers to that!
Check Out Maison Bloom’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
Maison Bloom’s Black Friday / holiday sale is on now until November 30th! Customers who spend $100 or over can get an 18% discount with code thirsty18. Customers who spend $150 or over can get a 20% discount with code quench20. Shoppers can get a 15% discount on purchases overall using the code BF15. Visit lovemaisonbloom.com for details. (@lovemaisonbloom on Instagram)
Organically Connected locations (left); Organically Connected founder Spech (C) Sam C. Long / Honeysuckle Media, Inc. @tissuekulture
Best Black Friday CBD Retail Deals
Organically Connected
Experience cannabinoid history and full-spectrum sensory delights at Organically Connected, Long Island’s premier CBD destination. Owned by an icon who unites the history of hip hop and New York’s legacy of cannabis culture in plant-based educational harmony, the Organically Connected stores offer CBD products in multiple categories for consumers to try. From CBD beauty, bath, and skincare items to CBD petcare CBD-infused kombucha tea, there’s something for all needs and tastes. The shops even feature a draft setup so customers can sample different kombucha flavors before they buy. Stores are located in Patchogue, Port Jefferson, Huntington, and Jamaica, Queens. To see them all, or share a 420-friendly day with your friends, book a ride on the Canna Tour Bus, operated by the Organically Connected team. For cannabis-themed hospitality events throughout New York, check out their sister brand NY Budtenderz.
Check Out Organically Connected’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal!
Organically Connected always has something exciting for plant enthusiasts, whether that’s a new CBD topical, a seasonal flavor of CBD kombucha, or recent drops from its sister brand’s developing Jellybean line. For more information, check out @organicallyconnected @ny_budtenderz @cannatourbus and @jellybean_co on Instagram.
Best Black Friday CBD Skincare, Wellness, and Beauty Deals
OP6 CBD
The OP6 CBD mission revolves around the concept of “hemp for life” - meaning that the applications of hemp and CBD to various parts of your daily routine will keep you on the path to peak wellness. Founder Craig Zaffe, renowned as Long Island’s first organic farmer and an authority on the history of medical cannabis, has dedicated himself to healing the world with CBD. OP6’s 100% organic CBD products work with the endocannabinoid system in the human body to produce balance, pain relief, and better energy. The brand’s popular OP6 CBD Sports Cream comes in different varieties with Cooling and Warming Menthol, which helps workouts at every level from beginner to professional athlete, so that you can experience all the benefits of daily exercise without the fatigue and aches. This exclusive formula is a favorite of former NFL players Dave DesRochers, Walter Briggs, Reginald Grant, and Dave Grayson, Jr., former Major League Baseball player Arnie Costell, and American Basketball Association player Kendall “Glass” Felix, among others.
OP6 CBD’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal
Buy the OP6 CBD Sports Cream Cooling and Warming Menthol together to get up to 20% off; offer available for a limited time. Visit hempforlifewellness.com for details. (@craigzaffe92 on Instagram)
(C) Lindsay Loo
Lindsay Loo: 420-Friendly Haircare
Lindsay Loo is a New York-based hairstylist and master colorist who merges plant-based advocacy with wellness education and artistic flair. With 20 years in the field, the multihyphenate creative has done hair for New York Fashion Week and numerous films, served as a Color Department Director for award-winning salons, and is a certified Wella Master Color Expert, among her many achievements. Her work and industry expertise has been featured in outlets such as Oprah Magazine, Bustle, NBC News, and Birchbox.
This 420-friendly artist is all about self-expression. Though customers can’t smoke in the chair (sorry!), Lindsay does incorporate a wide range of plant-based, hemp and CBD products into her regimens for addressing each client’s specific hair needs. Pamper yourself the natural way with a little bit of NYC hair therapy!
Lindsay Loo’s Black Friday / Holiday Deal
Get a 15% discount on any service with Lindsay Loo when you book using the code HONEY15. Visit jlbyrd.com for details. (@iamlindsayloo on Instagram)
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Featured image: A sampling of shelf selections at Housing Works Cannabis Co (C) Sam C. Long / Honeysuckle Media, Inc. @tissuekulture
