Get ready for history in the making this Saturday! Cannabis NYC, in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (through their Cannabis NYC initiative), is hosting the first-ever cannabis festival uptown—a vibrant celebration blending culture, community, and education in Harlem’s heart.
The New York City Cannabis Festival & Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, July 19, from 11 AM to 5 PM at the plaza outside the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Office Building (163 W 125th Street). It’s completely free to attend and open to all over 21, offering an inclusive, family-friendly atmosphere focused on community, awareness, and economic opportunity—not sales. This festival marks a major milestone: it’s not just the first cannabis festival uptown—it’s also the first time a community-centered, equity-driven cannabis event is taking root here. Cannabis NYC was launched by the Small Business Services to support justice-impacted New Yorkers and foster minority and women-owned businesses in this emerging industry.
Expect a dynamic lineup of activities aimed at both the cannabis-curious and seasoned enthusiasts:
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Expert-led panels and resource booths offering guidance on entrepreneurship, licensing, and careers in cannabis
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Connections to local support organizations and incubators, with staff on-site to answer questions
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Cultural performances, art installations, and opportunities to engage with neighborhood activists and vendors
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A vibrant, celebratory atmosphere emphasizing education rather than commerce. Turning downtown stigma into uptown pride, this festival is a powerful statement: cannabis culture belongs in every corner of New York. It uplifts local communities, creates networking opportunities, and signals that meaningful inclusion is finally being woven into the fabric of the legal cannabis movement.
If you’re near Harlem Saturday, take advantage of this landmark event. It’s your chance to learn, connect, and help shape the future of cannabis in New York—right in the neighborhood that needs it most.