Cannabis Events for Veterans
Supply drops, classes and meetups for veterans, updated daily.
Veteran Cannabis Events FAQ
Are there cannabis events for veterans near me this weekend?
Look at the event list: every card shows the date, time, place and state, and upcoming events come first. If nothing is close, check a nearby state.
Can veterans smoke weed?
It depends on three layers. The VA will not recommend cannabis, but using it under a state program does not cost you VA benefits. State law decides whether you may use it and where; public use is not allowed. Smoking is one form among several: smoke and vapor affect the airways, while effects of THC, drug interactions and the ban on driving apply to every form. Which form fits you is for a doctor to discuss with you. VA quick answers.
Do I need a medical card to attend?
Usually not. Classes, meetups, online sessions and Veterans Day gatherings are open without one. Supply drops, where cannabis is donated to patients, usually ask for a recommendation or card. See the formats.
Is donated cannabis at events legal?
In California, yes, under SB 34: licensed retailers may give medicinal cannabis free of charge to qualifying patients. Other states have no such rule. How supply drops work.
Will attending affect my VA benefits?
No. The VA says veterans are not denied benefits for taking part in a state medical marijuana program. More quick answers.
Can I bring cannabis across state lines to an event?
No. Carrying cannabis from one state to another breaks federal law, even between two states where it is legal. Read what to know about traveling with cannabis.
What if an event is canceled?
The organizer decides, and the card changes at the next daily collection. Check the organizer's page, linked from the card, on the day of the event.
Are there events in Ohio, Virginia, Texas, DC or Los Angeles?
When organizers announce them, they appear in the list under their state, with the city on the card. Each place has its own rules: see them by state.
Are delta-8 products allowed at events?
Delta-8 THC is regulated differently from state to state, and some states restrict or ban it. The organizer and the venue can also say no. Ask the organizer before you bring anything.
I'm visiting from another state. Does my card work?
Usually not. Only a few states honor visitors' medical cards, and the rules of the state where the event is held apply. See our travel guide.
I lost my card or recommendation before an event. What now?
If you got it from us, download it again in your account. For a lost state card, see what to do if your card was lost.
Can I get a recommendation at the event itself?
Rarely. Events are not medical appointments, so get evaluated online before you go. How it works and what it costs.
More patient questions: our full FAQ.
