Dizzy Wright Headlines 2025 NuWu Cup – A 420-Friendly Festival in Downtown Las Vegas
5th Annual NuWu Cup – Nevada’s Only Blind Cannabis Competition Returns October 18th
Las Vegas cannabis lovers, mark your calendars. The 5th Annual NuWu Cup returns Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the NuWu Cannabis Marketplace Courtyard in downtown Las Vegas. This event brings together the best of Nevada cannabis, community, and music for one unforgettable day.
This 420-friendly experience includes a vendor village, games, live entertainment, and the 2025 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony, all capped by a headlining performance from Dizzy Wright.
This is your official event preview. More lineup announcements, vendor activations, and event details will roll out soon.
What is the NuWu Cup?
Photo from the 2024 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show featuring hosts Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan.
The NuWu Cup is Nevada’s only blind cannabis competition, judged anonymously to ensure fairness and integrity. This year, over 80 entries from top cannabis brands across the state will compete for recognition in flower, extracts, vapes, and edibles.
The NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony celebrates these standouts while spotlighting the innovation driving Las Vegas cannabis culture.
What to Expect at the 2025 NuWu Cup
NuWu VIP Patrons enjoying the views from the NuWu Courtyard.
The NuWu Courtyard in downtown Las Vegas will transform into an all-day outdoor festival for cannabis enthusiasts. Here’s a preview of what’s planned
• All-day DJ sets and live music
• Joint rolling competition
• Trivia hour with giveaways
• Vendor Village featuring top Nevada brands
• Carnival-style games and interactive activities
• NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show
• Comedy, burlesque, and dance performances
• Dizzy Wright live in concert
More experiences and talent announcements will follow in the coming weeks.
Want a taste of last year? Check out past NuWu Cup highlights.
Hosted by Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan
NuWu Cup hosts Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan on the NuWu Stage during the 2024 NuWu Cup Awards ceremony and Variety Show.
The 2025 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show will be hosted by Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan, known for their high-energy stage presence and deep roots in cannabis culture. They’ll guide the crowd through a night of award highlights, entertainment, and celebration.
Dizzy Wright Live in Las Vegas
2025 NuWu Cup headliner Dizzy Wright take the NuWu Stage on October 18th 2025
After the awards ceremony, the NuWu Courtyard shifts into a 420-friendly outdoor hip-hop concert featuring Dizzy Wright performing live in his hometown. Known for his empowering lyrics, engaging performances, and connection to cannabis culture, this is a rare opportunity to see Dizzy up close in a unique downtown Las Vegas setting.
Tickets & VIP Access
VIP NuWu Cup patron enjoying themselves in the NuWu Courtyard
General Admission $25
Includes access to the full-day experience including vendors, games, DJs, performances, the awards ceremony, and Dizzy Wright’s headliner set
VIP Access Available to NuWu Cup Judge Bag Holders only
• Premium lounge seating
• VIP viewing areas
• Full-course meal catered by Hibachi Done Wright
Why You Can’t Miss the 2025 NuWu Cup
Reps from the brand Rove pose with their NuWu Cup Trophy during the 2024 NuWu Cup Awards ceremony and Variety Show.
Nevada’s only blind cannabis competition celebrates the true winners of the cannabis industry. Experience an all-day festival with DJs, games, live bands, and a lively vendor village. The NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show features comedy, burlesque, music, and surprise performances. Dizzy Wright headlines live in Las Vegas, bringing a hometown hip-hop experience to an intimate setting. All in a 420-friendly atmosphere designed for cannabis culture lovers.
Event Schedule
A full official schedule will be announced closer to the event. Below is a tentative preview of programming
12:00 PM Gates Open and DJ Sets
12:30 PM Joint Rolling Competition
2:00 PM Trivia Hour
3:00 PM Live Local Bands
5:00 PM Carnival Games and Vendor Village
6:00 PM NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show hosted by Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan
8:30 PM Dizzy Wright Headliner Performance
Schedule is subject to change
Experience the Heart of Cannabis Culture in Downtown Las Vegas
Reps from the brand Keef pose on stage with their NuWu Cup Belt during the 2024 NuWu Cup Awards ceremony and Variety Show.
Whether you're a local or visiting Las Vegas in October 2025, the NuWu Cup is your gateway into the center of Nevada’s cannabis scene. From the state’s only blind cannabis competition to immersive music and community experiences, this is the event cannabis enthusiasts won’t want to miss.
Follow @NuWuLV for updates and announcements.