The Largest Cannabis & Hemp Convention Series in the World
Join Us In Illinois This Weekend!
June 2-3, 2023
Chicago, IL | Schaumburg Convention Center
FRI: 10AM – 3PM | SAT: 10AM – 3PM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I register to attend at the venue?
YES, CASH ONLY, $25 single-day registration Friday or Saturday, $40 for both days. The Box office opens at 9:30 am both days.
Where is the best place to park?
The Schaumburg Convention Center has lots of complimentary surface parking surrounding the venue.
Do I need a medical marijuana card to attend?
NO.
Are pets allowed?
NO. Only registered service animals are allowed.
Is there an age requirement?
YES 18+, unless accompanied by parent/guardian.
Do I have to buy a ticket for my child?
NO. Children under 18 accompanied by a parent do not need a ticket.
Is my ticket transferable?
YES, to edit the name on your ticket, use the ticket link sent to you with the confirmation email. Email
[email protected] with questions.
What is the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable.
Can I bring a bag/backpack?
YES, Schaumburg Convention Center security reserves the right to search all bags/backpacks and may refuse any bag to be allowed in. NECANN will store rejected bags at the registration desk. Food, beverages, and weapons are not allowed in the venue, please see the Schaumburg Convention Center website for full details:
www.schaumburgconventioncenter.com
Is this event handicap accessible?
YES
Can I leave and re-enter?
YES, attendees may leave and re-enter as often as they wish, but MUST have their show badge for re-
admittance. You will not be allowed back in without a show badge.
Will food and beverages be available for purchase?
YES. The Schaumburg Convention Center concession stands will be open during show hours.
Does my convention ticket include admission to the speaker program?
YES.
Will Cannabis be available at the show?
NO. Absolutely no cannabis of any kind can be sold or distributed at Schaumburg Convention Center.
Is Cannabis use allowed onsite?
No. All Illinois laws regarding cannabis use in public are in effect; no displaying, smoking/vaping/consuming
cannabis anywhere on Schaumburg Convention Center property.
Can I take pictures/video?
NO videotaping of speakers/programming is not allowed in ANY speaker session. Pictures and videotaping are
allowed on the exhibit floor, but you should get permission before photographing/filming people directly.
NECANN & the Schaumburg Convention Center reserve the right to restrict/deny photography/video recording
in any area, at any time, at their sole discretion.
NECANN CANNABIS CONVENTION SCHEDULE
SEPTEMBER 8-9, 2023
Atlantic City, NJ | AC Convention Center
SEPT 29-30, 2023
Albany, NY | Albany Capital Center
MARCH 22-23, 2024
Boston, MA | Hynes Convention Center
MAY 3-4, 2024
Baltimore, MD | Baltimore Convention Cntr
2024 DATE TBD
Burlington, VT | Champlain Valley Expo
2024 DATE TBD
Hartford, CT | XL Center
2024 DATE TBD
Chicago, IL | Schaumburg Convention Cntr
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The NECANN convention event in Boston is a must-attend for cannabis and hemp industry professionals. With a sold-out exhibit hall featuring hundreds of companies spanning the full spectrum of the industries, attendees will have the opportunity to discover the latest cannabis products and services. The event also boasts five full programming tracks running throughout the three days, with over 120 cannabis industry expert speakers discussing the most relevant topics and news for the New England markets.
Showcase Your Brand at NECANN
As an exhibitor at a NECANN event, you will have the opportunity to connect with a highly engaged and diverse audience of cannabis industry professionals from across the New England region. Our approach is unique in that we focus on the current state and potential of each local market we visit, rather than taking a generic national approach.
Our conventions are a result of a collaborative approach with local industries and communities, which has resulted in consistently high returns for exhibitors, sponsors, attendees, and the local cannabis market as a whole. By participating in a NECANN event, you will have the opportunity to showcase your products and services to a highly targeted audience, while also gaining valuable insights and connections within the industry.
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Since its humble beginning in 2014, before the Massachusetts medical cannabis program was fully operational and recreational cannabis was still just a dream, the New England Cannabis Convention has grown into the largest B2B cannabis industry event in the country. NECANN has become a vital hub for resources and communication for businesses, entrepreneurs, cultivators, advocates, patients, investors, educators, and consumers alike in the Northeast and beyond.
