The 9th Annual Montana State Hemp & Cannabis Festival (September 12-14, 2025) has been cancelled.
It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we must announce the cancellation of the 9th Annual Montana State Hemp & Cannabis Festival, originally scheduled for September 12-14, 2025.
This decision has not been made lightly, but after deep reflection and consideration for the welfare of our vendors, attendees, and the festival's legacy. We are forced to face the unfortunate reality that, despite our best efforts, the festival no longer has the resources to provide the experience you have all come to expect and deserve.
The cannabis industry's current climate has resulted in an overwhelming lack of support, with only three sponsors to date—our heartfelt gratitude goes to Lifted Meds, Barney Design Co, and POPS. This event was built on the strength of the community, and it is with great sorrow that we now find ourselves isolated. Sadly, many license holders have chosen not to stand by us, influenced by the voices of a vocal minority who continue to perpetuate misinformation and reefer madness. We had hoped for solidarity in the face of these attacks, but instead, we found ourselves standing alone.
The lack of support has extended even to our cannabis competition, which has received only one entry to date. We are aware that some license holders have aligned themselves with a new contest hosted by High Times. While we have always supported other cannabis events, we find ourselves without support when we needed it most.
This festival has never been a solitary endeavor; it has always been a collective effort. Without that support, the financial and logistical strain has become insurmountable. Last year alone, our three events cost over $300,000 to produce, and to date, we have never made a profit or paid ourselves. It's important that you know, our goal has never been about making money, it has always been about creating a magical event series for the community. However, the reality is that these events come at a significant financial cost to our family, and unfortunately, we can no longer sustain it on our own.
Important Notice for Ticket Holders and Vendors:
We are committed to issuing full refunds. HOWEVER, we ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult process as we work to secure the necessary funds to make this right. Please know that no amount of frustration, anger, or harsh words will expedite this process. Your kindness and understanding at this moment are deeply appreciated.
We are committed to refunding all purchases and resolving outstanding balances, but please bear with us as we untangle the complexities of this cancellation. It will take us some time to seek refunds for our deposits, and as soon as we recover the funds, they will be distributed to those who purchased early bird tickets and vendors who secured spaces early. Please give us the time we need to get this handled.
Your continued support and understanding mean the world to us during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you for being a part of our journey.
