Runway fashion, massage therapy, mental health experts and more at the Arkansas Times Cannabis & Wellness Expo.
As the state’s medical marijuana industry continues to grow, experts are keen to explore health and wellness through a cannabis lens. Lucky for Central Arkansans, the Cannabis and Wellness Expo is set to blaze through the capital city on Friday, Aug. 16 (Industry Day), and Saturday, Aug. 17 (Consumer Day). Presented by the Arkansas Times and the Arkansas Cannabis Industry Association, this event offers a jam-packed schedule from 10 a.m.-4:20 p.m. on both days at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock.
Sponsored by Good Day Farm, the expo is the sole networking cannabis event of the year for industry professionals and premier cannabis education opportunity for patients and consumers. No medical marijuana card is required, but you must be 18 or older to join the fun.
Friday’s programming is all about the cannabis industry pros and hopefuls, featuring a variety of educational sessions. Get the lowdown on the latest legislation from the Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, learn about the ballot initiative supporting the expansion of the state’s medical marijuana program and see how these changes might impact your cannabis business. Plus, this year we’re introducing the Big Bud Classic, the state’s very first official cannabis competition, emceed by MMJ Arkansas. We’ll announce the winners on Saturday afternoon — at 4:20 p.m., of course.
Saturday’s schedule opens up to a wider audience, including medical marijuana patients, the cannabis-curious and the general public. The arena will transform into a cannabis wellness wonderland, complete with booths, vendors, live demonstrations and patient panels. You’ll find mental health therapists, health clinics, dispensaries, CBD vendors, skincare experts, massage therapists, glass shops, acupuncturists, vape shops, clothing, artists, a pop-up cannabis kitchen with live cooking demonstrations and much more. Acclaimed Arkansas-based designer Korto Momolu headlines a “canna couture” fashion show at 1 p.m., an “Ask Ethel” Q&A panel answers your burning questions about cannabis, and the industry’s top growers share their best practices for cannabis cultivation. Meanwhile, the Roots & Reefer podcast records live from the arena floor.
Dive into sessions on microdosing, the entourage effect and the 18 state-approved qualifying conditions. Discover more about veterans’ health and get insights from a diverse patient panel of current cardholders. On-site doctors will be available for certifications.
Alongside the educational programming, enjoy giveaways and live wellness performances, featuring yoga and more.
Our exhibitors and participants include names like Good Day Farm Dispensaries, Custom Cannabis, The Source, Greenlight Dispensaries, Natural Relief Dispensary, Arkansas Natural Products, Dizpot, Benevolent Bakery, River Valley Relief, Osage Creek Dispensary, Buffalo Co, Smokiez Edibles, The Clear Vape, Z Cannabis Company, Healing Hemp of Arkansas, Now and Zen Massage Therapy, Steep Hill, Chef Pete The Canna Chef, Cannabis By Women™ by SHAKE, CBD&ME® by SHAKE, Arkansans for Patient Access Campaign, Get Loud Arkansas, Clover & Stone, Little Rock Chiropractic and Acupuncture, Core Wellness, Restoration Health, Arkansas NORML, Central Arkansas Pride, Arkansans for Limited Government, Robert Cook Massage Therapy, Arkansas Yoga Collective, Korto Momolu, SuprRock Goobers, Sound Extractions, Stained Hearts Glassworks, Tessi Todd Tie-Dyes, Spring River Dispensary, Natural State CannaShop, Ask Ethel, Glotologie Med Spa, WAT 22, Arkansas Beverage Control, Arcanna Analytics, Hippie Hounds, MMJ Arkansas, High Speed Extract, Dizpot, Flyway Brewing, Arkansas Times, Interventional Pain Specialists, The Healing Clinic and Speakeasy Dispensary.
This year’s sponsors include Custom Cannabis, Wright Lindsey Jennings, Dark Horse Medicinals, Natural State Medicinals, Leafology, Smokiez Edibles, The Clear, Keef Cola, Speakeasy Dispensary by Dark Horse, Greenlight Dispensaries, Dizpot, Leafology, Wana Brands, Benevolent Bakery, River Valley Relief, Arkansas Natural Products and Mary’s Medicinals. Participating physicians include Dr. Brian Nichol, Dr. Lee Nayles, Dr. Chizoba Usuwa, Dr. Willard Howard, Dr. Mary Clifton, Dr. Thomas Tvedten, Dr. Archie Hearne and Dr. Kimberly Whicker.
Don’t miss out — join us for a weekend that’s sure to be a high point in your wellness journey!