The cannabis industry is evolving fast with thanks to a variety of cannabis retail innovations, including physical store spaces that are centered on product education, wellness and even targeting specific demographics like Baby Boomers. While many stores have taken a high-end, design-forward approach, other noteworthy examples employ creative solutions with shop-in-shops, hybrid retail formats and shipping containers.
As recreational cannabis is new to many adults, many stores are positioning themselves as wellness experience centers, some of which are spa-like and others that are designed to align consumers to functional states by educating them about how they can feel more calm, focused or blissful.
While many brick-and-mortar cannabis retail shops are flourishing, Grasshopper is introducing a compliant automated digital retail shopping experience for cannabis and CBD products.
15 Cannabis Retail Innovations
From Cannabis Store Pizza Shops to Automated Dispensary Kiosks:
Laura McQuarrie — Aug 16, 2019 — Lifestyle
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Turnkey Experiential Retail Spaces
thisopenspace Launched the 'Sleepover' Concept Store in Toronto
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Automated Dispensary Kiosks
Grasshopper is Debuting a Compliant Retail Solution at a Festival
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Design-Forward Cannabis Retailers
The Hunny Pot in Toronto is Upscale, Slick and Approachable
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Cannabis Store Pizza Shops
Planet 13 is Adding a Pizzeria and Coffee Shop to Its Giant Dispensary
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Prefabricated Cannabis Retail Stores
POPCANN Creates Modular Stores from Shipping Containers
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Wellness-Centric Cannabis Experiences
dosist's Location Connects Consumers to Functional Solutions
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Luxe Cannabis Shop-In-Shops
'The High End' is a Legal Cannabis Shop Within Barneys New York
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Luxury Cannabis Boutiques
The Royal Highness Cannabis Boutique is a High-End Dispensary
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Boomer-Focused Cannabis Dispensaries
The Apothecarium's Staff Can Interact with a Mature Clientele
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Wellness-Centric Cannabis Emporiums
NYC's Standard Dose Takes CBD Culture to the Next Level
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High-End Cannabis Retail Expansions
Madmen is Expanding Its Stores to New York City
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Boutique Cannabis Dispensaries
The Serra Flagship in Portland Offers High End Smoke Paraphernalia
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Cozy Cannabis Retailers
Colorado's High West Cannabis Dispensary Resembles an Elegant Residence
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High-End Hollywood Hotel Dispensaries
The Standard Will Launch America's First In-Hotel Dispensary
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Educational Cannabis Stores
Mary and Main Offers Classes to Break into the Marijuana Industry
Related Ideas
Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
420-Inspired Pizza Promotions
Pizza Pizza Released its 'Pizza Pre-Rolls' in Canada
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Illustrative 420 Campaigns
Vizie Unveils His Latest Work for Grassroots' 420 Campaign
Intuitive Self-Service Order Kiosks
The GoTab Self-Ordering Kiosks Support Quick Service and More
Cost-Conscious Cashierless Microstores
Fainders.AI Launched a Prefab MicroStore Within a Gym
Pickleball-Focused Cannabis Partnerships
Trulieve Cannabis Partners with Carvana PPL Tour & MLP
Cannabis Spa Experiences
Muri Lelu and the Spa at Hotel Chelsea Debut the Full Bloom Facial
Creatively Branded Cannabis Products
Green Dot Labs Debuted a New Strain Called Pink Frōōt
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
Modern Cannabis Branding Initiatives
Curaleaf is Re-Branding Its Select Cannabis Lifestyle Brand
Small-Format Grocery Stores
Amazon’s Whole Foods to Open New Small-Format Stores in Cities
Tranquil Retail Environments
NEOM Wellbeing Has Launched Its First U.S. Storefront in New York
Chewable Terpene Ranges
Curio Wellness Embraces the Terpene Edible Category
Low-Dose Canned Cannabis Cocktails
Nowadays THC Cocktails Come in Four Flavors with 5mg of THC
Revolutionary THC Beverages
Cann Social Tonic Enters Total Wine & More Across Minnesota
Cannabis Store Rebrands
Union Square Travel Agency Has Rebranded as The Travel Agency
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Phygital Beauty Store Experiences
Sephora's Store of the Future Locations are Immersive
Cannabis-Infused Ice Cubes
Highdration Kitchen Launches the 'melt' Infused Ice Cubes
THC-Infused Seltzers
WYNK's Adult Beverages Deliver an Alcohol-Free Buzz
Cannabis-Infused Sparkling Waters
Voila! Sparkling Waters Feature Five Refreshing Flavors
Beneficial Lifestyle Cannabis Drinks
Wana Beverages are Balanced with Hemp Extracts and More
Expanded Hemp-Derived THC Lines
Curaleaf Holdings Debuts New Products Under Select & Zero Proof
Colorful Cannabis Brands
Cruisers Emphasizes "All Fun, No Frills" in Its Product Range
Expanded Cannabis Product Lines
Solei Introduces New Beverage and Products for Topical Needs
Cannabis-Focused AI Chatbots
BudtenderGPT is a Cannabis-Informed AI Chatbot for Weedmaps
Toronto Cannabis Workshops
The Cannabinista Hosted an Infused Mocktail Workshop in Toronto
Australian Cannabis Expansions
Aurora Cannabis Inc. Launches Four New Cannabis Products
Cannabis-Infused Fair Trade Chocolate
Grön Expands Its Popular Line of Cannabis-Infused Chocolate
Affordable Cannabis Brands
Dizzies Boasts Various Cannabis Options & a Vibrant Packaging Aesthetic
Modern Cannabis Grinder Sets
Honest Unveiled a New Grinder and Matching Storage Set
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Fruity Cannabis Drinks
CQ Offers Thirst-Quenching Low-Dose Spritzers
Social Connection Cannabis Drinks
Herbal Oasis Social Tonics are Made with Hemp-Derived THC
Reviving CBD Drinks
INTUNE CBD Drinks Combine CBD with Functional Health Ingredients
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Manhattan-Based Curated Cannabis Retailers
Culture House Opens a Cannabis Dispensary in Manhattan
Eco-Friendly THC Bath Bombs
Stewart Farms' Bubba Kush is Sold in 100% Recyclable Packaging
Cannabis-Infused Spirits
Viral Spirit Nowadays Launches at Pop-Up Grocer in NYC
Spatial Computing Shopping Apps
'Alo Yoga' Debuted a New App for the Apple Vision Pro
Dispensary-Launched Premium Cannabis Lines
Ivy Hall Dispensaries Debuts the Ivy Premium Line
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Potent Infused Pre-Rolls
RYTHM Cannabis Lunches the RYTHM REMIX Infused Pre-Rolls
Whimsical Women-Owned Cannabis Brands
Sweedies Recently Launched on the Market with Mood Rings
Inaugural Anime-Inspired Retail Stores
HYPLAND Reccently Debuted Its First Retail Store in LA
Social Cannabis Consumption Devices
OOKA & seven9 Debut a "Lifestyle-Forward Technology Ecosystem"
Next-Gen Cannabis Jars
RXDco Cocoon Jars Have a Patented Press-Fit, Pop-Off Closure
Dispensary-Cafe Concepts
Snoop Dogg Opened Two S.W.E.D. Shops for the Global Cannabis Community
Premium Cannabis Flower
22Red Boasts a High-Quality Cannabis Range—From Flower to Pre-Rolls
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
AI-Powered Supermarkets
Green Picks Market Autonomous Grocery Store is Frictionless
Refreshing Cannabis Brand Identities
RISE Dispensaries Taps Turner Duckworth and Brand Bureau
Vibrant Band-Branded Cannabis Vaporizers
G Pen Launches the Grateful Dead Vaporizer
Modern Non-Alcoholic Rebrands
Flyers Cocktail Company Has Announced a Comprehensive Brand Update
Free-From Cannabis Seltzers
hi Seltzer is Launching a New Range of Drinks with Three Ingredients
Valentine’s Day-Inspired Cannabis Products
Incredibles Launches the Exclusive 50 Shades of Grape
Women-Celebrating Cannabis Brands
Gotham Welcomes Angel Therapy Cannabis to Its Roaster
Sparkly Cannabis Products
Beboe by Scott Campbell Debuts at RISE Dispensaries in New York
Nano Cannabis Drink Mixes
brelixi's Nano Cannabis-Infused Instant Drink Mixes Onset Quickly
AI-Powered Cannabis Chatbots
Spark by Jointly Educates & Informs Cannabis Consumers of All Levels
Mood-Based Terpene-Rich Cannabis Lines
RIV Capital & Cansortium Introduce MOODS Cannabis
Live Rosin Cannabis Gummies
These Cannabis Chews Are Infused With Solventless Concentrate
Dispensary-Friendly Voting Campaigns
Curaleaf Introduced Its 'Toke the Vote' Campaign
Cashier-Free Grocer Expansions
Aisle 24 Continues to Expand in Canada Amid Success
Tropical Cannabis-Infused Beverages
Vacay's New Hybrid Beverages Play with Tart, Tangy Flavors
Cannabis Company Brand Expansions
The Cannabist Company Celebrates Partnership with Brand Launch
THC-Infused Cold Brew Cans
Subculture Created a First-of-Its-Kind Shelf-Stable Brew
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Low-Dose Cannabis Seltzers
Heti Pairs THC and CBD with Indigenous Botanicals
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Microdose-Enabling Cannabis Gummies
These Gummies Can Be Easily Split Into Smaller Portions
Elevated Cannabis Homeware
Kith Unveils a New Smoker-Friendly Homeware Capsule with Houseplant
Colorful Cannabis Rebranding Projects
Naturae Rebrands Itself Under Its Popular Brand, Jaunty
Low-Dose THC Seltzers
8th Wonder Cannabis' Lil Bit is a Fast-Acting Seltzer with Mild Effects
Disposable Vape Pens
Cali Heights Debuts a One-Gram Disposable Cannabis Vape Pen Called 'The Cali'
Flight Center Cannabis Stores
Union Square Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store Opens at JFK Airport
Wellness-Promoting Cannabis Teas
Solei Introduces its New Cannabis-Infused Tea Blends
AI Budtender Assistants
Spark Pro by Jointly Elevates Cannabis Retail with an AI-Driven Tool
Cannabis-Infused Sugars
Old Pal x Babish THC-Infused Sugar Boosts Baking & Beverages
Cold-Pressed Cannabis Drinks
Skip CBD Drinks Come in Three Flavor Options
THC Beverage Enhancers
Zero Proof's THC Drinkables are Fast-Acting, Easy to Use and Sessionable
Euphoric Hemp-Infused Mocktails
Cali Sober Makes Vibrant Canned Drinks with 5mg of THC
Refreshing Cannabis Waters
Delta Cannabis Water Aims to Redefine Cannabis Consumption
Legalized Cannabis Delivery
NugHub NY is Staten Island's First Legal Delivery Service
Zero-Proof THC Cocktails
Flyers' Sparkling THC Cocktails Reinvent Classics Like the Margarita
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
High-Quality Medical Cannabis Products
Etain Health Aims to Be Accessible and Effective
THC-Infused Sports Drinks
Offfield Uses THC, CBD and CBG to Enhance Athletic Performance
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
AI-Designed Treat Packaging
Hempacco is Using AI Technology to Generate Snoop Dogg's New Packaging
Checkout-Free Campus Retail Experiences
Grubhub Will Use Amazon Just Walk Out Technology on Campus
Cannabis Product Expansions
Sunderstorm is Introducing Its KANHA Product Lines in Japan
Cannabis-Friendly Gift Sets
A Golden State Debuts Two Premium and Aesthetically Pleasing Kits
Potent Cannabis Pre-Rolls
These Pre-Rolls Are Designed For Medical Cannabis Users
Accessible Cannabis Blends
Mellow Fellow Presents Itself as a Leading Figure in the Industry
Approachable Cannabis Brands
PHASES is Known for Its Effects-Based Approach to the Cannabis Market
Retail Wellness Expansions
Barker Wellness Unveils a New Partnership with Sprouts
CBD Packaging Boxes
These Custom CBD Boxes Enhance the Customer Experience
Next-Gen Cannabis Gummies
The Bettering Company Fixes Problems People Associate with Edibles
Premium Organic Cannabis Concentrates
Stone Road's Organic Concentrates are Made Ethically
Advanced Cannabis Chatbots
Tars' Medicinal Marijuana Chatbot Informs Consumers About Cannabis Use
OTC Medical Marijuana
Over-The-Counter Medical Marijuana Launches In Georgia Pharmacies
Whimsically Branded Cannabis Products
Angel Therapy Announces Its Expansion in the NYC Market
Seasonal Cannabis Coffee Drinks
Zenith Nitro Cold Brew + Cannabis Pumpkin Spice is Ultra-Smooth
Smart Cannabis Vapes
XPRO is a First-of-Its-Kind Cannabis Vape with a Smart Display
Cannabis-Powered Wellness Solutions
Dr. Norm’s Wellness Products Target Pain and Sleep Support
Cannabis-Infused Cooking Lines
CulinaryCannaCo. & Trumarks Debut Cannabis-Infused Cooking Products
Multi-Brand E-Commerce Expansions
Multiple Grocers are Adapting Instacart's Storefront Pro Tool
All-Organic Cannabis Gummies
These THCp Gummies Are Free Of Pesticides & Harmful Chemicals
Potent Non-Alcoholic Seltzers
Tilray Unveils the New CBG-Infused Non-Alcoholic Cannabis Seltzers
Autumnal THC Seltzers
Simply Crafted's Craft Cannabis Soda Comes in a Comforting Fall Flavor
Micro Self-Service Checkout Kiosks
The 365 Retail Markets MM6 Mini Kiosk is Versatile
Cannabis-Friendly Pizza Promotions
&pizza Introduced a Series of Themed Deals for 4/20
4/20-Ready Rewards Programs
Curio Wellness Offers a New Loyalty Program Ahead of 4/20
Cryo-Infused Cannabis Pre-Rolls
Cheech and Chong’s Cannabis Company Debuts in Michigan
Alcohol-Free Sampler Boxes
Sober(ish) Officially Unveils the Sober(ish) Sampler
Convenience-Focused Mini Pre-Rolls
4Front Ventures Introduces a New Product Called Smoke Breaks
On-Demand Grocer Deliveries
Sprouts Farmers Market and Uber Eats Partnered for Fast Delivery
Summer-Themed Cannabis Products
Ascend Wellness Holdings is Launching Three New Products
Nostalgia-Branded Cannabis Products
HIGH 90'S is California's Premier Cannabis Brand
Reach-Expanding Cannabis Partnerships
The Cannabist Company Partners with Flower by Edie Parker
Giftable Cannabis Bundles
Emjay Curated a Father's Day Bundle for Cannabis-Consuming Dads
Premium Dried Cannabis Flower
Aurora Cannabis Inc. Introduces a New Range in Australia
Drink-Enhancing Cannabis Drops
Mocktail Creator Turns Drinks into Alcohol-Free Cannabis Beverages
Lifestyle-Conscious Cannabis Products
Trailblazer Cannabis Products Have Been Relaunched
Charitable Recreational Cannabis Dispensaries
Theory Wellness Opens a Store in Trenton, New Jersey
THC-Infused Beverage Expansions
Cann Introduces 12oz Hi Boys & Roadies, as Well as a New Flavor
Cannabis Brand Expansions
Kushy Punch Expands in the New York Market, in Collaboration with USQTA
Wellness-Driven Cannabis Partnerships
Trulieve Partners with Black Buddha Cannabis
Merchandising AI Bots
ChatCBDW is an AI-Driven Online Merchandising Technology for CBD & Wellness
Magazine-Curated Cannabis Products
In July 2023, MARY Magazine Debuts Its Partnership with NTWRK
Interstellar-Inspired Cannabis Essentials
Hemper’s Alien-Themed August Box Features Thin Cones
Relaxation Euphoria Cannabis Gummies
Euphoric Gummies Feature Hemp-Derived Delta-9 THC
Hemp-Derived Cannabis Brands
Jesse Ventura Announces the Launch of Jesse Ventura Farms
Disposable All-in-One Vapes
Curaleaf's Select Essentials GDP BRIQ Offers a Premium Experience