If you’re thinking about consuming cannabis while in Las Vegas, use this guide as your go-to source of how to legally consume cannabis while in Sin City.
When Nevada legalized cannabis for recreational consumption on January 1, 2017, it also severely limited the tourism industry’s support of this by passing laws making it illegal to consume cannabis publicly or in its hotel rooms.
At the link you’ll find a complete list of legal guidelines for adult cannabis use in Las Vegas. Below are some highlights. Everyone should be familiar with the full list of legal guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip without any legal headaches.
When Traveling to Las Vegas Leave Your Personal Stash at Home
Let’s face it, we don’t want to end up in an embarrassing situation – whether domestic or foreign – where we have to answer to the authorities about how cannabis got into our luggage. So first things first Epibud fam – unless you’re already living in the state of Nevada and driving to Las Vegas, leave your personal stash at home. This means everything, wax, carts, flower, pipes, rigs – anything that can contain residue. Until cannabis is legalized federally, it’s not safe to bring on an airplane or cross state lines, even with a valid medical card for your home state. So just don’t do it.
The Only Legal Place to Buy Cannabis in Las Vegas is at a Licensed Dispensary
This may seem like a no-brainer, but so is not taking cannabis to the airport, yet it still happens, again and again. Avoid the guy on the strip, in the club or any where else. Only buy from a legally licensed dispensary. Not only is it less shady, you will get a safe, higher quality product that you know won’t harm you.
Check out our Top 5 High End Dispensaries in Las Vegas article to find out which Las Vegas dispensaries offer a premium experience.
You Must Be 21 Years or Older to Purchase and Consume Cannabis in Las Vegas
Be prepared to show your valid, unexpired ID with photo identification and birthdate to prove your age. This can be a state issued driver’s license, a .military ID, a passport or a tribal ID card.
In Las Vegas it’s Illegal to Consume Cannabis in Public and in Hotels – Except These Two Places
Wouldn’t it be great to light tup a blunt by the pool on a balmy Saturday? Sorry, no. You’re curious where then, can one legally consumer cannabis in public? Avoid lighting up on the strip. It can be tempting to do so, but it’s risky at best. If you’re staying at an AirBnb or other short term rental, be sure to check the smoking guidelines or directly with the host before lighting up.
Currently as of this writing (July 2023) there are only two legal places to consumer cannabis in Las Vegas as a tourist.
The Sky High Lounge
The first lounge of its kind to open legally in Las Vegas due to it being on Indian land, is the Sky High Lounge. It’s legal to consume cannabis at the Sky High Lounge found within the NUWU Dispensary. This massive upscale dispensary is located in downtown Las Vegas, overlooking Fremont Street, with views of the strip.
Sky High Lounge details, hours of operation and more:
- Open everyday, 1:00pm – 1:30am, last call at 1:00am
- 16,000sqft of indoor/outdoor cannabis lounge area
- Massive selection of top-shelf concentrates, flower, preroll and more
- Reserving a table is recommended to avoid long wait times, or call 702-844-2707
The Lexi Las Vegas
The Lexi features “canna-friendly” rooms on its fourth floor, where rooms are “outfitted with cutting-edge air filtration technology to ensure the only thing that lingers is a good time.”
The Lexi Las Vegas details, amenities and more:
- The upscale Lexi features a 4000 sqft outdoor space featuring a European style pool with cabanas and pool bar
- The Artisan Bar offers that Vegas “sultry ambiance” in its 2100 sqft bar and lounge
- For VIPs, enjoy the exclusive and sophisticated Members Only Lounge
- Click here to make a reservation for The Lexi or call 1-(702) 214-4000.
Take a Las Vegas Cannabis Tour
There are multiple guided cannabis tours in Las Vegas to experience at varying levels of comfort and luxury. These usually allow consumption on the small tour bus while driving between locations. Several offer different activities as well, such as glass blowing and grow room tours, depending on your time and budget.
