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Cannabis conferences in New Jersey
Updated October 2026 · IgniteIt produces Market Spotlight: New Jersey
New Jersey passed $1 billion in adult-use sales in 2025 and sits next to New York City, which makes it one of the most closely watched markets on the East Coast.
Market Spotlight: New Jersey 2027
| When | February 2027 (exact date to be announced) |
|---|---|
| Where | Jersey City, NJ |
| Best for | NJ and New York metro operators, brands and investors |
A one-day event focused on New Jersey's market: who is licensed, who is growing, and where the capital is going. IgniteIt held its New Jersey Market Spotlight on February 10, 2026.
New Jersey's cannabis market at a glance
- $1.118 billion in adult-use sales in 2025, up 11.8% from 2024 (NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission).
- 323 adult-use retailers with operational licenses, and more than 300 medical and adult-use dispensaries across 21 counties (NJ CRC, May 2026).
What's on the agenda for New Jersey
- Retail growth. More stores mean more competition and pressure on prices.
- Federal rescheduling. Most New Jersey sales are adult-use, which is still in Schedule I and subject to 280E.
- Capital and M&A. Smaller license holders looking for financing or a buyer, and larger operators looking to expand.
- New York. How the two neighboring markets compete and work together.
Other cannabis events in New Jersey and nearby
NECANN New Jersey Cannabis Convention
NECANN's convention is held each September in Atlantic City. The 2026 edition ran September 18–19 at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
Hall of Flowers NYC
Across the Hudson, Hall of Flowers holds a brand showcase in New York City on October 21–22, 2026.
For national events, see our roundup of the best cannabis conferences.
FAQ
When is the next cannabis conference in New Jersey?
IgniteIt's Market Spotlight: New Jersey returns to Jersey City in February 2027. The exact date will be posted here and on our upcoming events page.
How big is New Jersey's cannabis market?
Adult-use sales reached about $1.12 billion in 2025, according to the state's Cannabis Regulatory Commission.
Who should attend?
License holders and applicants, brands and distributors, investors and lenders, and advisors working in the NJ and New York markets.
Sources: NJ CRC meeting slides, May 14, 2026 · NECANN · Hall of Flowers.