Countdown to MJBizCon is ON! Check Out What’s New in 2026!

For 15 years,
MJBizCon
has been the heartbeat of the cannabis industry. The largest, and most influential B2B cannabis Conference and Expo in the world, is six weeks away. As the industry has grown and changed, so has MJBizCon. This December 1-4, 2026 join thousands of industry professionals for the first time — or the 15th time — as they reflect on the advancements and challenges of 2026 and plan for the opportunities, innovations, and ventures in 2027. With the focus built to move your P&L, sharpen operations, and give attendees a concrete edge over competitors, MJBizCon 2026 is designed around a single premise: sessions and professional networking that shift business outcomes. Together, the introductions, brainstorming, and collaborations will lift the industry past current economic and political challenges to grow stronger and more resilient.
What’s NEW at MJBizCon 2026:
Cannabis Industry Certifications Programs
(Tues, 12/1)
:
Level up with
onsite certifications
. Earn credentials in retail, product knowledge, banking and finance, compliance, cultivation, and more. These expert-led programs deliver practical training and insights to be applied immediately. Opportunities include:
Ganjier Product Specialist, Cannabis Retail 101: Turn Budtender into LUVTENDERS, PBC Level I & II Cannabis Banking, Intentional Communication, Dr. Greenhouse Climate Control Workshop, Cannabis Law Sessions,
and
Seed vs. Clonal Propagation
.
Investment & Liquidity Summit
(Tues, 12/1)
:
In partnership with
Poseidon, IgniteIt,
and
The Talman Group
, and powered by
Headline Sponsor FundCanna
, join professional investors, cannabis CEOs, founders, and deal architects to navigate M&A, valuation, exits, and consolidations reshaping the industry. Built for serious operators and investors pursuing acquisition, liquidity, or capital deployment. Attendees
must meet qualifications
and will receive exclusive invitations to
THE VC & CEO Mixer
hosted by Poseidon.
The Exchange at MJBizCon
(Tues, 12/1)
:
A new partnership with
The Exchange
is designed to complement everything happening on the Expo Floor and maximize ROI for both buyers and solution providers. Qualified senior-level executives can partake in
pre-scheduled, one-on-one meetings
for serious business conversations before the broader event programming begins.
Apply here
.
The Innovation Stage:
A new edition to the MJBizCon Expo Floor,
The Innovation Stage
powered by Flowhub, is accessible to all attendees. It will host expert-led sessions exploring emerging trends, technologies, and practical solutions across the cannabis industry, connecting big ideas with real-world business applications. And catch the
2026 Innovation Awards
Winners, to be announced Thursday, Dec 3 at 12 noon.
New Conference Track:
Drug Development & Clinical Research Insights
. For pharma executives and investors, the cannabinoid opportunity is real, but only with the right roadmap. This track demystifies the science-to-market journey, and the capital decisions behind them. Don’t miss
The Cannabinoid Drug Pipeline: From Clinical Trials to Market
. The FDA pathway is where fortunes are made or lost. This session maps each stage from trial to commercialization, helping to de-risk investments and spot the assets with genuine upside.
Beverage Pavilion:
The NEW Beverage Pavilion, powered by
SõRSE Technology
, brings together the people shaping the future of cannabis and hemp beverages. Experts in beverage science, flavor development, manufacturing, commercialization, and retail connect with decision-makers driving innovation across the category.
Brand Pavilion:
A new dedicated area on the Expo Floor, the Brand Pavilion features a collection of brands and companies that work with retail, manufacturing, and distribution looking to have meaningful conversations and attract new business. Leading companies include:
Sherbinskis, Boutiq, and more
.
The MJBowl Competition, Expanded:
In partnership with
Budist
, the MJBowl returns for a second year. This cannabis competition has been
expanded to include Colorado
in 2026, alongside New York and California.
MJBowl
spotlights the top products across six key categories. Winning brands will be announced at the
Awards Ceremony
during the
Emjays
on Thursday, December 3. There will also be a meetup at The Innovation stage where attendees can mingle with MJBowl finalists on Thursday, Dec. 3 from 3-5pm.
Expo Floor Hours and Format:
Construction at the Las Vegas Convention Center is finally complete and MJBizCon will feature exhibitors in a unified Central Hall. The hours of the Expo are Wednesday and Thursday from 10am-5pm, and Friday from 10am-3pm.
Lobby Happy Hour:
Following each show day in the lobby and powered by
Hefestus & Mobius
, MJBizCon will host Happy Hours with
complimentary beer
from 5-6pm for additional networking to wrap up the day before after-hours events begin.
Golf Tournament
(Tues 12/1)
:
In partnership with
Marijuana Industry Trade Association
(MITA), the
executive golf tournament
will bring together top operators and industry leaders for high-value networking on the course.
MJBizCon 2026 will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center December 1–4, kicking off with Pre-Conference Certifications on Tuesday, December 1. For more information or to register, visit
mjbizconference.com
.