Each year, the 4/20 holiday gives us a reason to come together in celebration of cannabis culture—its roots, rituals, and revolution. The origins of “420” run deep in Northern California soil, sprouting from a group of Marin high schoolers called The Waldos who gathered at 4:20 after school to spark up, unwind, and dream big. Decades later, this simple ritual has blossomed into a global phenomenon, carried on the winds of Grateful Dead tours and underground scenes long before the internet ever heard the word weed.
Now, with legalization opening new doors and deepening the importance of legacy, 4/20 is not just a day—it’s a whole vibe. It’s a weekend full of seshes, dispensary specials, art, music, and community gatherings rooted in history, resilience, and joy. This year, 4/20 falls on Easter Sunday, giving us even more reasons to gather, reflect, and rejoice in the plant and her people.
Here’s what’s happening along The Cannabis Trail at our Cultural Landmarks and nearby from Willow Creek in Northern Humboldt down to the hills of Santa Cruz for 4/20 weekend 2025:
🌲 Bigfoot Cannabis – Willow Creek | April 18–20
Up in Willow Creek, Bigfoot Cannabis is setting the mood for a Humboldt-style weekend with 20% off storewide. Stop in and stock up before your redwood adventures, and keep an eye out for Bigfoot while you enjoy the splendors of nature.
📍 Bigfoot Cannabis 39094 CA-299, Willow Creek, CA
🎶 Mateel 420 Heritage Celebration – Redway | Easter Sunday, April 20 | 3 PM
Join the legacy cannabis community at the Mateel Community Center in Southern Humboldt for a full day of weed love and live music featuring The Camo Cowboys and The Irie Rockers. Chill zones, tea lounges, games, a scavenger hunt, and golden ticket prizes round out this all-ages celebration of culture and connection.
📍Mateel Community Center 59 Rusk Ln, Redway, CA 95560
✨ Plantshop 4/19 Sessions – Ukiah | Saturday, April 19 | 1–5 PM
Head to Plantshop in Ukiah for The 4/19 Sessions, a lively and creative celebration in Plantshop’s beautiful outdoor lounge space. Expect live music, farmer’s market vendors, stoner crafts, joint rolling contests, and dab bar seshes hosted by Magical Biz and The Bryantist. This women-led shop and lounge in the heart of Mendocino County brings the community together and highlights local farms.
🔗 Plantshop website for more info
📍Plantshop 2031 Wellmar Dr, Ukiah, CA 95482
🌱 Huckleberry Hill at 7 Stars – Richmond | Saturday, April 19 | 11 AM–5 PM
Legacy cultivators Rose & Johnny Casali of Huckleberry Hill Farms are popping up at 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center. They’ll be sharing love from Humboldt with gifts of feminized Amalfi personal plants. Start your garden with genetics rooted in heritage and heart, and scope out the other great deals and happenings at 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center.
📍7 Stars Holistic Healing Center 3219 Pierce St, Richmond, CA 94804
🎉 Flore Backyard Bash – San Francisco | Saturday, April 19 | 3:30–7 PM
Celebrate early at Flore with a backyard bash featuring Errl Hill and Almora Farms. With a dab bar, beverages, and chill vibes, this Castro neighborhood staple honors the radical queer and cannabis history of San Francisco. Tucked into the garden behind their adorable shop, this Backyard Bash is sure to start your weekend off on a high note. And if you’re looking for a great way to wind down after the holiday hustle and bustle, Flore is also hosting a unique pairing experience with Sense flower and Chef Fredo on the evening of the 22nd.
📍 Flore Store 258 Noe St, San Francisco, CA
👵 Root’d T’Oakland Seniors – Oakland | Friday, April 18 | 4–8 PM
Join the Tokeland Seniors for our Annual 420-ish Day Celebration on Friday, April 18th 4-8pm along the Oakland Cannabis trail at Root’d in the 510. This monthly gathering is free to attend, created especially for the community of cannabis elders. This month’s special guest is Nat Bolden and the State of Mind Blues Band. POT-LUCK THEME: The Munchies. Please bring a dish or treat to share.
📍 Root’d in the 510 4444 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
🎨 Root’d x Muse 420 Art Show – Oakland | Opening April 20
Root’d in the 510 and Muse Cannabis Co. are showcasing cannabis-themed artwork exploring culture, equity, and the plant’s creative spark. Swing by on 4/20 to see bold works by local artists, vibe out in the Root’d lounge, and honor the deeper meanings of this high holiday.
🔗 Event Info | IG Preview
📍 Root’d in the 510 4444 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
🥚 Harborside Nug Hunt – SF, San Leandro, San Jose | Saturday, April 19
Join Harborside’s 420 Nug Hunt and uncover surprises inside Easter eggs from beloved brands like Fig Farms, CBX, Care By Design, and more. One lucky hunter might even find a truly golden nug… 👀Taking place Saturday the 19th at Harborside’s San Francisco, San Leandro, and San Jose locations, this event combines the best of 4/20 and Easter!
📍 Harborside locations in SF, San Leandro and San Jose
🔥 Treehouse (WAMM) – Soquel | All Day on 4/20
Swing through Treehouse, the community home of WAMM in Santa Cruz County, for all-day 420 deals including 20% Off Storewide, Spin the Penny Wheel with $75 purchase, Score a $1 Stash Bag (loaded with goodies!) with $175 purchase, and more!
📍Treehouse Dispensary 3651 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073
💚 Blaze, Celebrate, and Honor the Trail
Whether you’re rolling deep to Humboldt, vibing in Oakland, seshing in Mendo, or soaking up the city scenes of San Francisco—there’s something special happening everywhere along The Cannabis Trail this 4/20 weekend.
Take time to support legacy operators, meet cultivators and artists, and celebrate the roots of this culture that grew from resistance and love. Blaze one for the ancestors, for the earth, and for the journey ahead.
Happy 4/20 from The Cannabis Trail.