Cannabis Events To Add To Your Calendar in 2020

The calendar has simply never had as many cannabis conventions, cannabis expo’s and cannabis conferences to choose from. A few years ago there were just a handful of cannabis events each year, now there is at least one every week. It has simply become impossible to attend all the cannabis trade shows, even for large established legal cannabis companies. But to try to make your options easier, here is a list of the main weed events in the 2020 calendar.

Upcoming Cannabis Events You Don’t Want To Miss

No matter where you live there should be some interesting upcoming cannabis events and marijuana shows near you. As well as cannabis themed trade shows, there are now plenty dedicated to hemp cultivation and CBD production/extraction.

As the market for cannabis is becoming increasingly sophisticated the number of cannabis conventions increases. You can even find niche cannabis trade shows which focus on narrow and highly specific angles, such as cannabis packaging or cannabis analytical testing equipment.

One noticeable trend in cannabis events is that a huge number of events have emerged which are dedicated to cannabis industry professionals. Perhaps this shouldn't be a surprise, cannabis is now a multi $billion industry and is one of the fastest emerging new industries.

We can’t include every cannabis event in 2020, but the list below shows you some of the more interesting weed events in 2020.

 

January 2020 cannabis events

Athens Cannabis Expo, Athens Greece Jan 10th - Jan 12th

Cannatech, Davos Switzerland Jan 20th-Jan 24th

Cannatech takes a view of cannabis and the future impact from an economist angle. Financial analysis and networking of cannabis markets for healthcare, investments, international trading etc are all explored.

Future cannabis strategies Europe 2020. London, UK Jan 29th-30th

Networking and analysis of the future cannabis business opportunities is discussed in depth at this cannabis conference. It is aimed at business leaders of companies involved in consumer-facing cannabis products category. This includes representatives from the following industries; CBD/ Cannabis Products & Devices, Beverages, Tobacco, Cosmetics & Nutraceuticals.

February 2020 cannabis events

Cannabis Packaging Summit, Anaheim California Feb 11th-12th

This may seem like a bland topic to most of us, but secure packaging for cannabis products is a massive industry already and is getting even busier. Everything from buds to concentrates, edibles to vape cartridges are seeing a massive increase in demand. Cannabis industry professionals often see this as a must-attend weed event.

Cannabis Europa, Madrid Spain. February 5th

With a strong Spanish focus, this cannabis conference focuses on the business, political and regulatory challenges for the cannabis market to prosper. Spain is already one of Europe’s most progressive cannabis centres. By bringing together researchers, medical experts, business leaders and politicians Cannabis Europa hope to bring further business opportunities to the Spanish cannabis market.

Canapa Mundi, Rome Italy, Feb 21st - Feb 23rd

Hemp & CBD Expo, Birmingham NEC, Feb 28th - March 1st

The UK remains a strong market for cannabis seeds, cannabis industries and all things to do with CBD. This event takes place at the Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC). The event is open to the public and will feature guest speakers, lots of exhibitors and plenty of hemp and CBD products on display and for sale.

March 2020 weed events

Spannabis Barcelona, Spain 13th-15th March 2020

Now in its 17th year, Spannabis remains Europe’s biggest and arguably its best cannabis expo. It’s open to the public and is usually very busy. Lots of passionate home growers attend Spannabis. It’s the perfect venue for the home grower to visit and compare all the major suppliers under one roof.

If you have never been to a cannabis expo before, then mark Spannabis in your cannabis calendar. Barcelona airport has plenty of budget flights, there are ample affordable hotels and the cannabis social clubs have superb quality products. Spannabis itself is great fun and a real eye opener for any cannabis lover.

All the major companies in the cannabis world attend Spannabis. You can buy all your feminised cannabis seeds and autoflower seeds, as well as lights, nutrients and anything else you need. Cannabis Cups will be awarded to the best new products and you can relax in the evening in a cannabis social club. What more could you want from a cannabis convention?

Cannabis Expo, Cape Town South Africa, March 19th-22nd

Hempatia, Lugano Switzerland, March 20th-22nd

NECANN 2020 Boston, USA March 20th-22nd

The largest cannabis event for the USA East Coast in 2020! As legalization sweeps across the USA many business people are lining up to invest cash in the rapidly expanding USA cannabis market. NECANN 2020 is aimed at consumers, business leaders, would-be investors and cannabis companies. Will the US East Coast ever be as cannabis friendly for businesses and consumers as the west coast? You may be able to find some of the answers at NECANN 2020.

April 2020 weed events

Is there a cannabis event near me? On the 20th April there probably is! This is the month with 420 events over much of the world. But in addition, there are of course some professionally organised traditional cannabis conferences and cannabis events. Here we mention a couple of the larger ones.

420 Hemp Fest, Milan Italy 3rd-5th April

2020 marks the 3rd time the 420 Hemp Fest has taken place. The cannabis movement in Italy has never been as strong. In recent years CBD weed and THC rich cannabis have both become very popular. Lots of people grow their own weed from cannabis seeds and interest has never been higher. 420 Hemp fest attracts all the main suppliers and large crowds too.

Irun Expogrow, Basque

The 2020 Run show will be the 9th such cannabis event. It’s open to the public and is very popular with many French growers who drive over the border to stock up on cannabis seeds and other supplies. Each year the show gets busier with many larger companies, including Dutch Passion, turning up to meet the large crowds. Plenty of local Basque growers also attend the show, as well as many from northern Spain.

Indicasativa, Bologna Italy 17th-19th April

Another well attended Italian show, indicasativa celebrates all things cannabis and hemp related. Hemp, andcien low-THC weed production has become huge business in Italy. That is reflected by many of the visitors and exhibitors from the world of hemp. But there are plenty of THC-rich related themes at the show too. You can buy everything from hemp burgers to cannabis seeds in a relaxed and friendly environment.

CannaGrow Expo Chicago USA, 17th & 18th April

HHI EXPO Canberra Australia, 18th & 19th April

May 2020 cannabis conventions

Leafly Medical Cannabis Conference, Berlin Germany 8th & 9th May 2020

Leafly, the online cannabis info company, are bringing hundreds of doctors, pharmacists, researchers, growers and specialists together for a medical symposium. Leafly are keen to extend their influence into the emerging European medical scene.

Expoweed, O’Higgins Park (Chile) 8 - 10 May

The cannabis scene in South America is developing quickly and professionally with huge numbers of home growers. Expoweed is one of the best South American cannabis events for local (and international) attendees.

Cannabiznis Expo, Ljubljana Slovenia, 8th - 10th May

CannaCiencia, Bogota Colombia May 12th & 13th

International Cannabis Business Conference, Bern Switzerland May 13th & 14th

With several events around the world in 2020, the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is one of the more popular cannabis conferences with industry professionals and business owners of various types and sizes. There are a host of good speakers for the Bern event and many companies will have booths showcasing their services and products.

Libelle Zomerweek, Almere The Netherlands, May 14th-20th

Cannatrade, Bern Switzerland May 15th-17th

Cannatrade is a cannabis expo which has been running successfully every year since 2001. This year there will be 200-300 exhibitors showing everything from cannabis seeds to hemp-based food products and CBD burgers. It’s timed conveniently after the ICBC event (above). Many attendees will visit both cannabis conventions.

Annual Cannabis Industry Lobby Day, Washington DC, May 19th-21st

Not really an event for the general public, but none-the-less this influential convention helps shape future laws which will affect the USA canna business in years to come. Some of the bigger players in the USA cannabis industry use their influence via lobbying. The world’s largest cannabis market makes step by step improvements partly thanks to the effective way the USA political system has been lobbied.

Lift & Co., Toronto Canada 29th-31st May

Kanaba Fest, Krakow Poland, 30th & 31st May

June 2020 Cannabis expo events

Mary Jane Berlin, Berlin Germany June 12th-14th

This is part exhibition and part festival. Mary Jane Berlin is a cannabis expo which is popular with growers and the cannabis loving public in general. There is a beach and pool area for visitors to relax. The 2020 cannabis event will see CBD featuring heavily as well as the subject of medical marijuana use. Cannabis enthusiasts are well catered for and will be able to purchase grow supplies, feminised seeds and all the usual requirements.

GreenTech, Amsterdam June 8th-10th

GreenTech is a popular cannabis expo for horticultural professionals and serious growers of all sizes. The exhibition area attracts some of the largest names in growing. Greenhouse manufacturers are well represented, as are lighting companies with LED grow lights as well as HPS. Specialist companies that deal with automated plant feeding, humidity control and all other aspects of cultivation are present. Being based in Amsterdam means that you can also buy your feminised cannabis seeds and autoflowering seeds at the show from companies like Dutch Passion. Relax in a genuine Amsterdam coffeeshop afterwards, what better way to end the day after a busy day on your feet at this popular cannabis trade show?

July 2020 cannabis events

The Great Alaskan Cannabis Bowl, Wasilla, Alaska July 24th-26th

Alaska has truly embraced all things cannabis. The coldest state has a large grow industry and thousands of happy consumers. The Alaskan Cannabis Bowl may not be the biggest event on the cannabis calendar, but for the local cannabis lovers it must seem like a great cannabis expo with long hours of daylight and possibly some warm temperatures!

World CBD Awards, Paris France, 15th - 17th July

The CBD business has expanded more rapidly than many realise. With mainstream acceptance, and availability in high street health stores, CBD is huge business. Everyone from growers, extraction companies, laboratory suppliers and retailers are seeing growth. The world CBD awards brings together some of the companies involved.

August 2020 cannabis events

Hanfparade (Hemp Parade), Berlin Germany 8th August

The Hanfparade is an annual legalisation walk/demonstration which has taken place every year since 1997 and is organised by hemp and cannabis activists. There are lots of high-profile speakers, entertainment, hemp-food and lots of followers. The Berlin Police tend to show tolerance towards cannabis use, meaning that the parade is usually peaceful and passes without incident. 10,000+ attendees are expected in 2020 making it one of the largest cannabis events of its kind.

AutoPot Summer Social, UK, 15th & 16th August

Cannafair, Düsseldorf, Germany, 21st - 23rd August

Product Earth, NAEC Warwickshire UK 21st - 23rd August

Product Earth is a popular UK cannabis trade show with onsite camping and educational seminars. It’s a highly rated show by all those that attend with a relaxed holiday-style feel and atmosphere. Many exhibitors attend and the home grower is well catered for with plenty of home grow equipment suppliers in attendance. Attendees can expect a great couple of days camping and the chance to stock up on all their cannabis seeds and grow supplies.

Expoweed México, August 28th-30th

September 2020 cannabis events

North Grow, Copenhagen Denmark, September 4th-6th

Scandinavia’s top cannabis expo for growers will be even bigger in 2020. All the main companies associated with cannabis cultivation, nutrients and cannabis seeds will be present. Feminised seeds and autoflower seeds will be on open sale, Denmark has Scandinavias most open culture towards cannabis cultivation. North Grow is a chance for growers to see all the suppliers under one roof. It’s a convenient grow show for local growers with a particularly civilised vibe. High quality speakers and seminars will also take place with medical cannabis as a strong theme.

THC Expo, Santiago Chile, September 13th-15th

October 2020 weed events

Canna Fair, Kiev Ukraine, October 2nd - 4th

Cultiva, Vienna (Austria), October 16th-18th

Cultiva is one of Europe’s largest, cleanest and best organised cannabis events. The modern cannabis expo centre is attached to a hotel and you can expect to see all the major suppliers of nutrients, grow lights, cannabis seeds, grow accessories etc present. The atmosphere is slightly less hectic than Spannabis and the show isn't quite as large. But it is one of the best weed events on the European cannabis calendar. After Cultiva 2019 the organisers made some important statements about the large number of attendees/exhibitors that lost their driving license due to police drug testing many of those that drove to/from the show. The zero-tolerance THC tests that affect the Cultiva show are the only real thing to be concerned about. Many now park some distance away and take a taxi to the show as a result.

November 2020 cannabis events

Cannafest Prague, Czech November

Cannafest is a very large European cannabis expo. In size, it is probably second only to Spannabis. Cannafest has been growing steadily for several years and is very popular with EU and Eastern European growers. Plenty of visitors attend from all over the EU and overseas. All the main suppliers to cannabis growers are present.

December 2020 cannabis events

Marijuana Business Conference, Las Vegas Convention Centre

This weed event is sponsored by MJBizDaily and is claimed to be the biggest such business conference in the world. 30,000+ attended the 2019 event and the 2020 event is expected to be even larger as the USA canna business grows dramatically each year. This event is mainly aimed at industry professionals, business leaders and networkers.

Visiting a cannabis event near you in 2020

Even with a long review like this it’s impossible to name all the events in each country. As the cannabis community is growing in size and legality, so the list of cannabis events continues to expand.

Some people like to visit cannabis conferences to learn more from the seminars. Others, especially business leaders, like to meet fellow minded professionals to expand their own canna-business. But perhaps most of the attendees of the many cannabis events are simply ordinary people that care passionately about cannabis. Those that grow their own cannabis seeds at home will find the scale and content of the cannabis shows particularly appealing. It’s a unique opportunity to see all the latest developments and all the competing suppliers under one roof. If you haven't visited a cannabis expo yet, try to make it happen in 2020. Most people thoroughly enjoy it!