New York State opens applications for Cannabis Showcase Events, allowing licensed dispensaries to sell at pop-ups, markets, and public events with municipal approval. The program expands retail access while maintaining strict safety, age, and compliance standards.
Before legalization, Zizzle was already building. Founder Zion turned global genetics and legacy cultivation into a fully integrated Brooklyn operation—delivering top-tier indoor flower, live rosin, and solventless vapes while redefining New York cannabis culture.
Honeysuckle attended the launch of Grön’s PIXLZ, a new line of THC-infused gummy clusters debuting ahead of 4/20. With multi-texture design and mode-based effects, PIXLZ offers a more personalized and elevated approach to cannabis edibles in New York and beyond.
Sweetlife NYC is redefining the dispensary experience on the Upper East Side with curated products, concierge-level service, and seamless Manhattan delivery. More than a retail shop, it’s a hospitality-driven destination built around quality, discretion, and everyday ease.
What separates stores that last from those that fade? From audience strategy to inventory discipline and smart scaling, top retail operators share what they’d do differently—and how they build momentum beyond opening day.
R&B singer Jane Handcock brought her soulful sound to New York City with a special run of performances at the iconic Blue Note Jazz Club. Known as the “First Lady of Death Row Records,” Handcock continues to rise as one of the most compelling voices in modern R&B.
The Jews in Weed community gathered at Torches Dispensary in Manhattan for a vibrant Purim celebration blending Jewish tradition with cannabis culture. The event featured music, cannabis activations, infused beverages, and industry networking among nearly 100 guests.
Sweetlife’s 2nd Annual Après Ski brought its growing community to the mountains for a weekend of connection, premium giveaways, and elevated vibes. Expanding nearly tenfold from year one, the event shows how far the SweetLife movement has come—and where it’s headed next.
Happy Munkey reopens in Downtown Brooklyn, marking a full-circle homecoming for one of NYC’s original consumption lounges. From underground roots to licensed retail, the beloved brand continues shaping New York cannabis culture through community and continuity.
Japanese artist and barber Shin brings his vibrant “420 Ronin” vision to Frank’s Chop Shop on Orchard Street. Blending traditional Japanese art with cannabis culture, his iconic bathroom collage has become a global pilgrimage spot inside one of NYC’s most legendary barbershops.
At Elevation HQ in Times Square, top budtender G shares why Sluggers New York pre-rolls are his go-to: potent, smooth, and crafted with premium rice paper. Discover why these 0.5g sativa minis deliver big effects in a clean, flavorful smoke.
Sluggers makes its New York debut at Torches NYC, just steps from Grand Central. The cult-favorite mini blunts sold out instantly, with fans rushing for New York Diesel, Trainwreck, and Rose. Torches is now the exclusive Manhattan home for Sluggers.
Sluggers has officially landed in New York with exclusive strains Train Wreck and New York Diesel at The Flowery East Village. Fans and newcomers are already lining up for the California-born brand’s bold flavors and top-tier pre-roll experience.
From Midtown NYC to Colorado’s mountains, Christopher-Wallace Louie transformed a personal ritual into Made In Xiaolin—one of the most respected luxury cannagar brands. His story blends family, Shaolin discipline, craftsmanship, and the evolution of modern cannabis culture.
The Herbal Care THC, New York City’s 8th licensed adult-use dispensary, made state history as the first legal cannabis shop in New York to unionize. Owner Markel Bababekov says the move marks a turning point for fairness, transparency, and collaboration across the rapidly growing industry.
