It’s been a big year for the Cannabis trade.

Recreational marijuana is now legal in 10 states (plus D.C.) and the widespread acceptance of medical marijuana continues to grow. Not to mention recreational use was officially legalized across Canada, making it one of the world’s top marijuana hotspots.

With marijuana use continuing to grow, so will the culture, and 2019 will be a big year for cannabis conventions.

Between competitions like the world-famous cannabis cup, marijuana festivals, and trade shows and conferences for the Industry, there are all kinds of cannabis conventions. Every cannabis business can benefit from experiencing these. They’re ideal spots for networking and attracting new clientele.

With that said, here are 10 of the best cannabis conventions in 2019 to attend:

1. High Times Cannabis Cup 2019

The High Times Cannabis Cup is the world’s leading cannabis festival. Starting out in Amsterdam in 1988, the event has been holding successful events ever since. It’s also branched out into America, Canada, and even Jamaica. The event allows grows to compete, with a panel of judges deciding the best indica, sativa, and hybrid strains, as well as concentrates and other products. It also features live music, seminars, and stalls from various Cannabis Businesses.

With a huge attendance of cannabis lovers, it’s an ideal convention for any cannabis business. You can draw in tons of customers and network with other cannabis businesses. Currently, the Cannabis Cup 2019 dates haven’t been announced. But stay tuned to CannabisCup.com as these are likely to be announced soon.

2. Cannabiz Expo 2019

As legalization grows throughout the states, so does the industry. The Cannabiz Expo celebrates this, bringing together all kinds of cannabis businesses for a marijuana industry expedition. It gives a prime chance for owners of dispensaries, grow operations, investors, legal experts, and anyone else in the industry to network and connect with others in the community.

The expedition takes place in May 2019 in Sacramento, California. Businesses are able to apply via the Cannabiz Expo website. It’s only the second annual event so far, but companies on board include The National Cannabis Industry Association, the Cannabis Cultural Association, and numerous dispensaries, innovators, and consulting companies.

3. HempFest Cannabis Expo

With cannabis becoming legal across the country, the cannabis culture in Canada is growing fast. As such, the 2019 HempFest Cannabis Expo is likely to be the biggest yet. HempFest runs throughout various dates across various locations in Canada, including Winnipeg, Edmonton, Halifax, Hamilton, Saskatchewan, and Calgary.

It’s a quality event for cannabis businesses to connect and exhibit all kinds of products. From strains to vaporizers and everything in between, all kinds of interesting things are on offer at HempFest. The first event in 2019 starts on February 23 in Winnipeg, but events run all throughout the year. You can check out more details on the HempFest website. If you’re a marijuana business in Canada, this is the place to be.

4. Cannabis Conference 2019

Cannabis Conference 2019 takes place in the heart of Las Vegas, a state with a booming recreational marijuana industry. It’s described as the leading cultivation and dispensary education event, with speakers and exhibitors helping cannabis businesses to grow and thrive. Those in the industry can learn all about cultivation, business operations, management of dispensaries, customer engagement, and more throughout the 3-day event.

Registration for the conference is open now. It runs from April 1-3 2019 in the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino. The Cannabis Conference website also lets you know exactly what’s on offer, with all kinds of speakers, exhibitors, and workshops. All in all, it’s a great event for businesses looking to learn and grow.

5. CannaGrow Expo 2019

If you’re in the industry of cannabis cultivation, the CannaGrow Expo is tailored specifically to you. The event explores the latest in technology, methods, and tools for high-quality marijuana growing. You can also learn all about extraction and priming cannabis for sale. The expedition features over 35 educational sessions from leading experts, along with an expo hall packed with booths for cultivation tools and technology.

The CannaGrow Expo 2019 takes place on August 17 and 18 in Palm Springs, California. It’s open to dispensary owners, growers, extractors, and even general fans of cannabis cultivation. Registration is open now and you can find more details on the CannaGrow Expo website.

6. MJBizCon 2019

MJBizCon is a flagship event for marijuana businesses. Thousands of professionals in the industry attend each year to see high-profile speakers, over a thousand exhibitions, and network with key players in the cannabis sector. While it’s one of the more expensive conventions to attend, it’s a valuable event for any serious cannabis business.

In 2019, MJBizCon will host events in Las Vegas, New Orleans, and Toronto. Full dates are yet to be announced, although the New Orleans conference is confirmed to take place from June 12-14. The Las Vegas event is the largest, but any of these are a prime spot for marijuana businesses to get their name out there and network. You can view full details on the MJBizCon website.

7. NECANN 2019

With legalization spreading across the East Coast, NECANN hosts a range of conventions for New England Cannabis companies. This is the place to be for any cannabis companies operating throughout states like Massachusetts, Maine or anywhere in the East Coast. Every event features a range of speakers and presentations for experts to give guidance to professionals. Tons of exhibitions are also on offer and you can register to host an exhibition yourself.

Events are held throughout the year across the East Coast. 2019 conventions include Boston, Vermont, Springfield, New Jersey, Maine, and Rhode Island. NECANN also host conventions in Reno and Utah. The first event in 2019 starts in Boston from March 22-24. You can view full details and register at the NECANN website.

8. Ann Arbor Hash Bash

Despite recreational use of cannabis only being legalized in Michigan this year, the Ann Arbor Hash Bash has been running ever since 1972. The historic cannabis festival features a mix of live music, speeches, and vendors celebrating marijuana.

With marijuana now more legal and acceptable than ever within the state, the 2019 Hash Bash is likely to be bigger than ever. With a lot to take in and the Hash Bash Cup, this is a fun event for any fan of marijuana. The event takes place at the University of Michigan. Although 2019 dates aren’t confirmed yet, these will likely be available soon. Stay tuned to the Hash Bash website for more details.

9. NCIA Cannabis Business Summit & Expo

Hosted by the National Cannabis Industry Association, the Cannabis Business Summit and Expedition is one of the most influential events for anyone in the industry. It brings together tons of professionals, expert speakers, and a huge exhibition floor for businesses to show off their products and services. It’s a massive event for cannabis businesses, and anyone looking to get ahead in the industry should attend to network and get educated.

The event is hosted right in the heart of the Bay Area. 2019’s exhibition takes place from July 25-27 in San Jose and you can register or find more details on the Cannabis Business Summit website. The event has a lot to offer, from business solutions to industry data insights. Whether you’re a dispensary, a grower or anyone else in the industry, this is well worth attending.

10. Lift & Co Cannabis Business Conference & Expo

The Lift & Co expo is one of Canada’s leading cannabis events. It brings together consumers, investors, industry professionals, and more in a weekend-long expedition. There are speakers and exhibitors from around the world, in addition to plenty of industry experts to meet and network with. A packed exhibition hall allows tons of cannabis businesses to make themselves known and show off what they have to offer.

The Vancouver LCBC takes place in just a few short weeks from January 10-13, 2019. Tickets and details are available on the Lift & Co website. While spots for exhibitors are all taken up, businesses can also apply to the Toronto LCBC. This takes place from June 6-9. Both events are prime spots for cannabis businesses and professionals across Canada. With expeditions in two of the country’s leading cannabis hotspots, these events are ideal for Canadian cannabis connoisseurs.

Conclusion

These are some of the most valuable and worthwhile cannabis conventions in 2019, including long-running historical events and up and coming expos. Whether you’re a dispensary owner, cultivator, a B2B marijuana service or anyone else in the industry, any of these events are worthwhile. In addition to giving businesses a place to exhibit their wares, they’re also fantastic networking events where you can come face to face with industry experts and leaders.

As cannabis culture continues to grow, especially in North America, it’s likely more and more of these will be established within the upcoming years. Look out for local trade shows and events in addition to the major expeditions. All of these can be valuable experiences, especially for growing marijuana companies. There are also plenty of events available overseas if you want to go international.