The Coastal Cultivator's Classic is Rhode Island’s premier cannabis festival and competition. Returning on May 16th, 2026, this annual celebration brings together top cultivators, standout local businesses, and thousands of guests for an unforgettable day. This year’s festival features curated vendor markets by Anti-Robot Club, Little City Thrifty, and The Good Trade. The outdoor Main Stage will be presented by Stay Silent, the legendary team behind DAYTRILL, Crib in Providence, RI, and event series including LUV U BETTER, SUGARCANE, and EN LA SALA. Also, outside in the Mammoth & ELO Consumption Courtyard will be a Puffco Dab Bar for convenient consumption! There will also be an indoor art gallery inside the Elevated Events Room curated by esteemed artist, Lola Blu. During the festival, this interactive art gallery will temporarily close its doors to feature a stoned yoga class and private sound bath. You can register for these experiences at the entrance to the Elevated Events Room located inside the festival. With over 200 local vendors representing cultivation, fashion, culinary, entertainment, wellness, art, and more, the Coastal Cultivator's Classic is the ultimate place to experience everything the Ocean State has to offer. From cannabis and wellness brands to thrifted fashion and live glassblowing, this festival highlights the creativity, craftsmanship, and culture that define Rhode Island’s cannabis community. This event is more than just a festival, it's a testament to the thriving Rhode Island community. Save the date May 16th, 2026. This is THE cannabis festival you won’t want to miss.
What You’ll Experience:
- Live Music & DJ Sets on the Stay Silent Stage - with headliners to be announced!
- Live Glass Blowing Demonstrations by local legends Slate, Tammy Baller, and MoonBo
- Live Rug Tufting by TuftxPVD & Tuft4U
- Diverse Local Food Vendors including Cultro, Griddle Me This, Matilda's Empanadas, Home Town Poke, and Ja Patty
- Fresh Beverage Options including Pretty In Pink Lemonade, The Hope Artist Bar, Juice Babes, and more
- Mammoth & ELO Consumption Courtyard
- The Puffco Dab Bar
- 200+ vendors in the Anti-Robot Club and Little City Thrifty & The Good Trade Marketplaces
- Raffles & Free Giveaways
- Award Ceremony
- And so much more!
The day-portion concludes with an outdoor award ceremony in the Mammoth & ELO Consumption Courtyard on the Stay Silent Stage. Top cultivators from this year’s Indica, Sativa, Pre-roll, and Rosin competitions will be awarded with exclusive prizes and custom, one-of-a-kind, giant glass trophies made by local glass blowing legend, Slate. The Mammoth & ELO Consumption Courtyard and Stay Silent Stage will stay open to attendees and keep the celebration going until 11pm. Both the Anti-Robot Club and Little City Thrifty & The Good Trade Marketplaces will close down after the award ceremony has commenced at 7pm.
The best way to experience the festival is to purchase a VIP ticket, which grants you access to the exclusive Custom 420 VIP Lounge, early access to the festival, loaded swag bag, and so much more! The VIP Lounge will be open until 11pm.For full festival details, visit coastalclassicri.com.
See highlights from past years:
2025 →
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For more information on our local partners visit:
Stay Silent →
https://staysilentpvd.com
Little City Thrifty →
https://www.littlecitythrifty.com
The Good Trade →
https://goodtrademakersmarket.com
Ampersand Creative →
https://www.ampersandcreativeco.com
Anti-Robot Club →
https://www.anti-robotclub.com
Lola Blue →
https://www.lolablu.com
See you May 16th, 2026!
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