Top Upcoming New York Cannabis Events You Should Consider Attending

Cannabis industry events are a crucial part of the cannabis media landscape. If you’re a cannabis brand or entrepreneur, attending industry events should be considered a part of your cannabis communications strategy. Conferences, conventions and community gatherings are the best way to network with other business owners across the supply chain as well as get public visibility for your products or services. 

The New York cannabis community takes pride in their events. The New York adult-use cannabis program has begun rolling out and to ensure an equitable and sustainable market, members of the community host and throw events to promote brands that are by New Yorkers for New Yorkers. If you’re a cannabis brand or entrepreneur trying to establish a footprint in New York’s cannabis market here are some of the best events you should be following and attending to boost your PR efforts. 

1. Green Market Report: Green Market Report focuses on the business, financial, and economic aspects of the constantly evolving world of cannabis. It hosts various summits with guest speakers in the cannabis sector to educate and connect those in the industry. This year's Finance Summit will be held in New York City and features financial panels, spotlight interviews, fireside chats, and an award ceremony.  
   Upcoming events: August 3, 2023
   
2. NY Cannabis Insider : NY Cannabis Insider Live hosts business conferences and networking meetups state-wide throughout the year. The in-person sessions bring together cannabis entrepreneurs and thought leaders to discuss topics essential to the New York State cannabis industry. Each live event dedicates an abundance of networking time to connect with others in the industry who can answer questions or become a resource as you build your business.
   Upcoming Event Dates: August 15, 2023 
   
3. Binghamton Cannamarket: Binghamton Cannamarket is brought to you by Finger Lakes Cannamart, which provides services that feature a curated collection of New York State Cannabis and CBD affiliated businesses. It serves as a platform for cannabis professionals and consumers to network within the industry. Binghamton CannaMarket is a one-stop shop where you can discover your new favorite strain, vendor, and products. The event creates a community for cannabis enthusiasts by uniting local exhibitors from across Upstate New York. 
   Upcoming events: August 19, 2023
   
4. Revelry: ontherevel was founded by two cannabis entrepreneurs in New York City, Lulu Tsui and Jacobi Holland. But as New York City residents they felt the local events lacked the quality and access to operators that are actually on the ground in other states and national/regional events did a very poor job representing the diverse backgrounds and faces that are building the industry. And all the business events lacked the good energy and positive vibes of consumer events. ontherevel was formed to highlight the diverse people that have been and are currently building the cannabis industry. Fundamentally, ontherevel believes the cannabis industry should be equitable, inclusive, and collaborative. Today, ontherevel produces regular online content and in-person experiences and events to highlight the business opportunities in the cannabis industry.
   Upcoming Event Dates: August 26, 2023
   
5. Herbn Couture Gala: Herbn Couture is a luxury cannabis brand that offers a high-quality experience whether it be in their lounge or at one of their events. The 3rd Annual Herbn Couture Gala is a luxury dinner where you can network with cannabis professionals. It also features a cocktail reception, awards ceremony, and plenty of opportunities to speak to figures in the cannabis industry. 
   Upcoming events: September 23, 2023
   
6. NECANN: Since its launch in 2014, the New England Cannabis Convention has grown into the 2nd largest B2B cannabis industry event in the country! This year’s convention will feature 300+ exhibitors, 5 programming tracks with over 100 industry expert speakers, the 4th annual NECANN Cup, the NE Canna Community Awards, professional workshops, Mass Responsible Vendor Training, and the opportunity to network and learn from the largest gathering of cannabis professionals in the entire northeast. NECANN is a vital hub of resources and communication for all cannabis businesses, entrepreneurs, cultivators, advocates, patients, investors, educators, and consumers alike!
   Upcoming Event Dates: September 29 & 30, 2023
   
7. Cannastock: Organized by Radio Woodstock, Cannastock is New York’s Premiere Cannabis Festival. It is an immersive cannabis experience featuring vendors, food and beverages, and a community of cannabis lovers. Cannastock is a great opportunity for cannabis businesses to gain publicity and for cannabis consumers of all kinds to network! 
   Upcoming events: October 7, 2023
   
8. Hampton Cannabis EXPO: The Hampton Cannabis EXPO is back for its 6th annual event where those in the cannabis industry can network with other professionals, showcase their services and products, and learn from one another. The event also features catered food, live music, a bar, panelists, exhibitors, and vendors! Attendees will be able to enjoy Hampton's summer weather while networking with cannabis industry leaders and potential investors. 
   Upcoming Dates: August 18, 2023
   
9. MJ Unpacked: MJ Unpacked produces distinctive events and focused content that accelerates the growth and profitability of cannabis brands and retailers. MJ Unpacked serves the needs of the most critical sub-segmentation of any CPG industry – the brands and retailers. Unlike events and conferences that are heavily populated with supply-side and infrastructure companies and lack attendee qualification, MJ Unpacked provides an exclusive forum for qualified brand and retail decision-makers. MJ Unpacked delivers unique data presentations and insights pertinent to the segment driving today’s market.
   Upcoming Event Dates: October 10-12, 2023

The brands listed above produce events that occur annually, monthly or even on the weekly basis. Organizations like Etain regularly host and sponsor events to create spaces for the cannabis community that provide resources and education. New York is home to many innovative entrepreneurs who frequent WorknRoll, a cannabis friendly and rentable safe space to host networking events.