NuWu Cannabis Cup 2025 Las Vegas’ Largest Cannabis Festival
Saturday, October 18, 2025
NuWu Courtyard | NuWu Cannabis Marketplace | Downtown Las Vegas
The wait is over, Vegas. The NuWu Cannabis Cup 2025 returns to Downtown Las Vegas for its 5th annual celebration bigger, louder, and more unforgettable than ever. Known as the largest cannabis competition in Nevada, this all-day festival blends the best cannabis brands, live music, comedy, burlesque, food trucks, and interactive experiences into one can’t-miss event in the heart of DTLV.
Headliners and Entertainment
This year’s main stage features Las Vegas’ own Dizzy Wright, bringing hometown energy and an electrifying finale performance.
The NuWu Cup Variety Show and Awards Ceremony will be hosted by Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan, keeping the crowd hyped as they guide you through an entertainment lineup unlike anything else in Las Vegas.
Featured Performances
Dizzy Wright – A Las Vegas hometown hero and nationally recognized hip-hop artist, Dizzy headlines the NuWu Cup with a high-energy set that blends lyrical fire and cannabis culture vibes in DTLV.
Pennwood Dough – Known for smooth flows and soulful energy, Pennwood Dough brings a fresh sound to the Las Vegas hip-hop scene, delivering music that pairs perfectly with the laid-back festival atmosphere.
Stoner Rob – One of the most in-demand cannabis comedians, Stoner Rob has toured nationwide and brings his unfiltered, laugh-out-loud style of comedy straight to Downtown Las Vegas.
Princess Calavera & Raquel Reed – Burlesque royalty, these dazzling performers light up the stage with high-glam, high-energy routines that mix classic Vegas style with modern edge.
Asteroid M Records Showcase – Featuring Desert Island Boys, Stouper, and Mojo Reggae, this spotlight on Las Vegas’ underground talent highlights rising artists and the unique sounds shaping the city’s independent music scene.
DJ OG Serg & DJ Coco Jenkins – Beloved local favorites and festival regulars, this powerhouse DJ duo brings a nonstop mix of hip-hop, EDM, funk, and house, keeping the NuWu Courtyard alive with energy from start to finish.
The NuWu Cannabis Cup Awards
This is Nevada’s only blind cannabis competition, where Las Vegas dispensary favorites and Nevada’s top cannabis brands go head-to-head. Categories span flower, concentrates, edibles, and more, all judged by real consumers.
Learn more about the culture on the NuWu Sessions Podcast.
Tickets and Access
General Admission – $25
Includes full-day access to all performances, activities, and awards.
VIP Judge Bags are no longer available.
Tickets are limited and expected to sell out fast. Get Your Tickets Now
Festival Activations and Experiences
From the moment gates open, the NuWu Courtyard transforms into a full-sensory cannabis festival just minutes from Fremont Street.
Vendor Village – Shop and explore Nevada’s best cannabis brands
Joint Rolling Competition – Watch the masters in action
Trivia, Raffles and Giveaways – Prizes all day
Carnival-Style Games – Play, compete and win
Food Trucks – Local Las Vegas eats, with optional cannabis infusion
Photo Ops – Capture your perfect DTLV cannabis memory
NuWu Courtyard | NuWu Cannabis Marketplace | Downtown Las Vegas
Just minutes from Fremont Street and the DTLV Arts District, NuWu Cannabis Marketplace is home to Las Vegas’ only Sky High Lounge and Nevada’s largest dispensary, proudly owned and operated by the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe.
Do Not Miss History in the Making
Five years of cannabis culture, competition, and community have built to this moment. The NuWu Cannabis Cup 2025 will be the biggest cannabis festival in Las Vegas history.
Tickets are moving fast. Secure yours now and be part of DTLV cannabis history.