420 2022 is host to a massive number of cannabis industry events, both in-person and online. Two years of global pandemic have forever changed the world in the sense that virtual, online events have become common across all industries. The cannabis industry is no exception.
In addition to not having to leave one’s home, virtual events have the added benefit being able to connect individuals and promote the sharing of ideas from all around the world.
These virtual observances of 420 are helping cannabis consumers and enthusiasts find safe spaces in which they can enjoy the day.
Spliff Film FestivaL
APRIL 20-24, 2022
A virtual edition of the 2022 SPLIFF Film Festival will be available to stream online April 20-24, 2022. In-person editions of SPLIFF premiere in Portland, Oregon on April 16th and in Seattle, Washington on April 30th.
“At SPLIFF, you’ll see films that will make you laugh, films that will make you think, and films that will make you ask, ‘What the fuck was that?!’ SPLIFF is a film festival by stoners, for stoners.”
2022 titles include Kush Mask, The Great American Short Story, Midnight Nachos, Sam and Dave meet the Weed Wolf, Stoned & Lonely, and Infinite Sandwich.
2nd Annual Organic CBD / Cannabis Education Conference
APRIL 23, 2022
2373 Ventures – Happii Trees present their second annual CBD and Cannabis Education Conference aimed at aiding clients in effectively utilizing cannabis and CBD products. The importance of such products and their place in the healthcare system will be a major discussion point of the 2022 conference.
2022 workshops include “Pharm-ing Trees – A Calling for Medical Use of Cannabis and Cannabidiol to be Covered by Health Insurance”, “2cc’s – CBD/Cannabis: The Secret Weapon of Relieving Pain, Stress, Anxiety & The Discourse of Primary Care Advocacy”, and “Mystical Trees – The Importance of Utilizing CBD/Cannabis in Aiding Stress & Anxiety Relief”.
Conference tickets can be purchased online. All ticket proceeds will benefit the Success Centers – Equity for Industry program.
Virtual Cannabis Pitch Fest
APRIL 21, 2022
“Pitch Fest is a monthly Cannabis Focused event for early stage high-tech startup entrepreneurs to get a chance to deliver a 4-minute elevator pitch to a panel of seasoned angel investors. This event is for companies in the Cannabis, CBD and Hemp space only.”
Interested cannabis enthusiasts can obtain free ticket to watch companies pitch to seasoned investors. Those wishing to present a pitch can apply to do so online.
420 FOR ALL: A Spark to Light the Movement
APRIL 20, 2022
This virtual 420 gathering, hosted by Legalize Appalachia in collaboration with Wellness Delivered discusses the impact of cannabis criminalization, with a focus upon the Southern United States. All are welcome to join this online gathering.
“Legalize Appalachia is a North Carolina non-profit working to equitably legalize cannabis in Appalachia. We support communities, individuals and families marginalized by the continued prohibition of cannabis in the South with cash aid, free therapy, cannabis advocacy and community education.”
High on a Cannabis Career: Info Panel & Career Fair
APRIL 20, 2022
Nuproject recognizes 420 as an opportunity to advance our cannabis industry and to make the cannabis industry more approachable and accessible to many.
“The global cannabis industry could build wealth for early company employees that rivals what internet companies generated for their early employees… NuProfessional’s goal is for more of these employees to be Black and brown. Via a panel of cannabis professionals, equity experts, and corporate leadership, we’ll explore how Black professionals land meaningful, wealth-generating cannabis careers, and how cannabis company founders, CEO, COOs and CHROs think critically about creating equitable compensation.”
The Flower Power Tokeativity Social
APRIL 20, 2022
Sequire Cannabis and Psychedelic Conference
APRIL 20, 2022
“Nearly nine million active small-cap investors have been invited to the event, which will feature over 30 Cannabis & Psychedelic companies hosting 25 minute presentations, as well as 1:1 meetings with investors, and keynotes highlighting notable names in these spaces.”
High Times Cannabis Cup Michigan
APRIL 16 - June 26, 2022
Judging kits for the 2022 High Times Cannabis Cup Michigan are available beginning April 16, 2022.
The 2021 cup featured 76 brands, approximately 300 product entries and a calculated 290,596 grams of cannabis products, while the 2022 edition of the Cup will encompass the most judges and the most voting categories in High Times history.
Submission is open for competitors between March 21 and March 25, 2022.
Judging will be open between April 16 and June 12, 2022.
The award show announcing the winners will be held virtually on June 26, 2022.
“This April, we are launching the largest-ever Cannabis Cup in Michigan’s history, with 17 unique categories across recreational and medical products for a total of over 3,300 judge kits,” High Times Director of Events and Competitions, Mark Kazinec said. “We plan to increase distribution so that every area of Michigan is covered as best as possible. If this year is anything like last year, we expect lines of enthusiasts ready to purchase their kits at the select dispensaries, which may very well sell out the same day.”
48 Hour Earth Day
APRIL 21, 2022
On April 21, DemocracyLab commences a 48 hour event in honor of Earth Day (April 22, 2022).
“Our planet has never needed us more than it does right now. Join the 48 HOUR EARTH DAY hackathon to contribute your talents to tech-for-good projects that benefit our planet and its people. Code for All and DemocracyLab are collaborating to engage the global tech-for-good community April 21st – 23rd.”
