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For an upscale dispensary experience, head to minimalist-chic Serra in downtown Portland.
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Learn all about legal cannabis in Portland: where you can and can't smoke weed, cannabis tours and more.

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For an upscale dispensary experience, head to minimalist-chic Serra in downtown Portland.
Credit: Catalina Gaitan

Recreational cannabis use and possession by people 21 and older was legalized in the state of Oregon in July 2015. However, while Measure 91 made having and consuming cannabis legal in Oregon, the growth, sales and consumption of the product remain federal offenses. Read on for our guide to cannabis in Portland, then check out our events calendar for upcoming cannabis-centric events.

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Weed in Portland: What Visitors Should Know

Here’s an overview of the current visitor dos and don’ts related to cannabis in Oregon.

Visitors Cannot:

  • Smoke cannabis or consume cannabis edibles in a public place or in public view. (This includes the Oregon Convention Center, restaurants, bars, parks, sidewalks, etc.). Use in public is a class B felony and can result in a fine of up to $1,000.
  • Smoke cannabis in most hotel rooms. (Check with individual hotels for their policies.)
  • Drive or bike under the influence of cannabis.
  • Transport cannabis across state lines or on waterways.
  • Possess, own or smoke cannabis — nor own or operate a cannabis business — in select cities and counties in Oregon. Please refer to the local city or county for the local ordinances.

Visitors Can:

  • Buy cannabis. Limited amounts of recreational cannabis are available for purchase at state-licensed recreational marijuana retailers.
  • Consume cannabis on private property and away from public view.
  • Possess up to an ounce of cannabis on their person.
  • Share, give away and receive cannabis (as long as all parties are over 21) within the state of Oregon.

Latest Updates

Check these links for the most current and complete information about cannabis laws in the city of Portland and the state of Oregon:

  • What’s legal in Oregon
  • Recreational marijuana on Oregon.gov
  • City of Portland: Recreational Marijuana FAQ
  • City of Portland: Cannabis Program
  • Portland International Airport: Traveling with marijuana

Cannabis Tours

The Potlandia Experience is a cannabis-focused tour of Portland in a tricked-out, consumption-friendly bus. Stops include dispensaries, food carts and some of the city’s top attractions.

Tours run Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, the price is $75 per person. You can also book a private rental for $150 per hour (4-hour minimum, includes driver).

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Where to Find CBD in Portland

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Five Women-Made Cannabis Edibles to Try in Portland

From cheese crisps to cold brew, these Portland women take cannabis edibles to the next level.

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Safe Spaces for Cannabis Consumption in Portland

Recreational cannabis use is legal in Oregon, but public consumption isn't. That's where these workshops, pop-up dinners and networking events come in.

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