Free joints, a ‘munchie’ bar & Wiz Khalifa: 9 ways to celebrate 4/20 in Kansas City
Missouri’s first 4/20 after the legalization of recreational marijuana is just around the corner. The national weed holiday on April 20 dates back as far as 1971 and for decades has been an opportunity for smokers, non-smokers and general weed enthusiasts to celebrate cannabis culture.
Kansas City has a full slate of 4/20 events across the metro, from concerts and festivals to paint and pottery nights. There is a wide variety of events for all types of cannabis consumers to check out. Make sure you catch all the festivities.
If you’d rather celebrate on your own, here’s a guide to Kansas City’s dispensaries.
Smokey River 420 Fest
The 4/20 Fest will feature artists like Wiz Khalifa, Joey Bada$, Berner and Chevy Woods. The event will also have food and craft vendors like Schimeca’s Italian Sausage and Made Mobb. The festival will also be a first look at the land that will soon become the Smokey River Entertainment District. Construction for the cannabis-centric entertainment district won’t begin until 2024, according to the website.
The festival grounds is around 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City at 3703 North Cobbler Road in Independence. General admission tickets start at $59.50 and can be purchased here.
3703 North Cobbler Road, Independence
April 20, 2023
Time: 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
3rd Annual Puff Puff Paint
This 21+ paint night will be a chance for weed enthusiasts to create art, peruse craft vendors and chat with herbal specialists. The general admission tickets start at $60. Tickets can be purchased here.
Equally Minded Cafe
4327 Troost Ave.
April 20, 2023
Time: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Up In Smoke
This 4/20 celebration will be packed with craft vendors, a “munchie” bar and photo opportunities. The event starts at 6 p.m. and admission is $20 at the door.
Funky Skunk
6614-A Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown
April 20, 2023
Time: 6 p.m.-until
420 Fest
True Nature and KC Speakerbox are hosted the second annual 4/20 Fest at The Truman theater on 4/20. There will be 16 bands, more than 50 artists and vendors and raffle prizes. Tickets to the event are $40 presale and $60 at the door. Tickets can be purchased here.
The Truman
601 E. Truman Road
April 20, 2023
Time: 1 p.m.
420 Cannafest
Hosted by Sanct Kansas City, this festival will be an upscale cannabis experience for both cannabis connoisseurs and those interested in learning more about marijuana. The tickets range from $10 to $175. To purchase a ticket, visit here.
1739 Gallery
1739 Walnut St.
April 20, 2023
Time: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
420 Function: A Musical Experience
Hosted by local fashion designer Stephaun Emanuel, this 4/20 Function will be hosted at Nimble Brewing and will have a live DJ set by DJ Diva and Bucky Bear. The doors will open at 6 p.m. The presale tickets cost $5 and tickets at the door will cost $10.
Nimble Brewing
1735 Oak St.
April 20, 2023
Time: 6 p.m.
4/20 POTtery Night
The Potter’s Cottage is hosting an adults only 4/20 pottery night. Guests are encouraged to get creative or shop from the store’s selection of jars, plates and other items. The Potter’s Cottage is a smoke free environment. To RSVP for the event, visit here.
The Potter’s Cottage
6210 NW Barry Road
April 20, 2023
Time: 4:20 p.m. to 8 p.m.
4/20 Glazed Event
Ceramic Cafe is hosting a 4/20 Glazed Event on the national weed holiday. The event will feature ceramic pieces including tobacco pipes and bowls. There will be a raffle and some games for people to check out. The event is for adults only and BYOB. Admission is $10. Tickets can be purchased here
Ceramic Cafe
9410 Nall Road, Overland Park
April 20, 2023
Time: 8:15 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
420 Flower Fest
ReLeaf Resources Dispensary is hosting its second annual 4/20 Flower Fest on Saturday, April 22. The event will include prizes, discounts on products, food and other activities for guests to enjoy. This free event will also feature local artists and vendors. Visit here to RSVP.
ReLeaf Resources
13836 South U.S. 71 Highway, Grandview
April 22, 2023
Time:10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
If you have an event you’d like to add to this list, email us the details at KCQ@kcstar.com.
This story was originally published March 31, 2023 at 6:30 AM.
