March 15-17
Barcelona, Spain
The most popular cannabis festival in Europe, attracting around 35,000 attendees annually. The event features an exhibition of the latest marijuana strains, derivative products, and cutting-edge cultivation technologies, as well as the Spannabis Cup, awards for the best cannabis products, and educative conferences. Beyond the business side, Spannabis is also known for its friendly vibe and extensive cultural program including concerts and art-exhibitions.
Website: www.spannabis.es
April 19-20
Washington, D.C., USA
Enjoy performances by famous American musicians, educational panels, art installations, and, of course, an exhibition of cannabis products. One of the coolest marijuana festivals in the world takes place just a few miles away from the most influential White House.
Website: www.nationalcannabisfestival.com
May 2-4
Nimbin, Australia
What started as a spontaneous hippie march protesting police aggression toward marijuana smokers has evolved into a world-renowned cannabis festival, putting Nimbin on the travel map for marijuana enthusiasts. The festival combines culture, a free-spirited lifestyle, and political activism in a unique way. Plus, it's a great excuse to visit Australia!
Website: www.nimbinmardigrass.com
May 31
Zurich, Switzerland
Organized by the same team behind the famous CannaTrade Business Festival (which will take place in 2026), Buds & Beats is a public festival that promises plenty of music, top-quality cannabis, and networking in a relaxed atmosphere. The CannaTrade community will undoubtedly attend. So should you!
Website: www.budsandbeats.ch
June 19-22
Berlin, Germany
Mary Jane Berlin is quickly gaining popularity and may soon rival Spannabis in Spain in terms of attendee numbers. The festival follows an unspoken protocol: daytime is for networking and business, while nighttime is for parties. The exhibition presents the latest cannabis industry innovations, while the leisure program offers concerts, art installations, and chill-out zones.
Website: www.maryjane-berlin.com
June 24-25
London, UK
Cannabis Europa is among the most impactful cannabis festivals in the world. It attracts top scientists, businessmen, investors, and cannabis activists. Open to the public, the event features both medicinal and recreational cannabis consumption topics. The program includes an exhibition, workshops, and plenty of music.
Website: www.cannabis-europa.com
November 2025
Prague, Czech Republic
CannaFest was first organized in 2009 and it quickly became a landmark event. This three-day festival features exhibitors from seed banks, fertilizer producers, and companies offering cannabis-based equipment and cosmetics. While CannaFest itself doesn’t host an extensive cultural program, Prague buzzes with energy during the festival, offering everything you might need for a fantastic nighttime.
Website: www.cannafest.com
Conference
March 13
Barcelona, Spain
Speakers and the conference agenda have already been announced. It focuses on trends in the medical cannabis industry, prospects for marijuana regulation and legalization, Spain's role in the European cannabis market, and much more.
Website: www.internationalcbc.com/barcelona
Exhibition
March 21-22
Toronto, Canada
One of the industry's major business exhibitions takes place in Canada, where recreational cannabis use is legal. It’s a great meeting point for growers and coffee shop owners with seed banks, equipment manufacturers, and producers of CBD and THC cannabis products.
Website: www.cannexpo.ca
Exhibition
November 2025
Bangkok, Thailand
The leading cannabis expo in Asia offers a platform for presenting hemp-related products, technologies, and innovations in cultivation, processing, and consumption. The event attracts participants from agriculture, medicine, cosmetics, textiles, construction industries from all over the world as the Asian cannabis market is growing fast.
Website: www.asiahempexpo.com
Conference
December 2-5
Las Vegas, USA
MJBizCon is the most significant business conference in the global cannabis industry. Over 30,000 professionals from around the world gather to exchange knowledge, discuss the latest trends and technologies, and create business opportunities.
Website: www.mjbizconference.com
The world’s most prestigious cannabis competition, established by High Times magazine in 1988 in Amsterdam, has been held annually ever since. However, in 2014, it moved to the U.S. after organizers couldn’t reach an agreement with Dutch authorities. Today, the High Times Cannabis Cup is a globally recognized roadshow, touring U.S. states where marijuana is legalized.
Website: www.cannabiscup.com
The second most prestigious cannabis competition takes place in Northern California. It’s no surprise — Northern California is home to the world’s most expensive cannabis strains and the birthplace of the latest innovations in cannabis cultivation and genetics.
Website: www.theemeraldcup.com
The oldest cannabis cup in Europe, held in Amsterdam since 1983, remains one of the continent’s most prestigious events. Growers from the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Spain, Malta, Germany, and the Balkans — ranging from large companies to small cultivators — compete for top honors.
As the Spannabis Festival grows, so does the Spannabis Cup. Cannabis clubs and grow shops present their star products for evaluation by a jury, and festival attendees have the opportunity to try them.
Website: www.cannabischampionscup.com