The 2025 NuWu Cannabis Cup Is Live: How to Become a Judge and Celebrate in Downtown Las Vegas
2024 NuWu Cup trophy given to EGO Brands for Best Edible
The 2025 NuWu Cannabis Cup Is Live: How to Become a Judge and Celebrate in Downtown Las Vegas
The Fifth Annual NuWu Cannabis Cup is officially underway, and this year’s competition is bigger than ever. Starting July 10, cannabis enthusiasts from across the state will have the chance to sample, score, and help crown the top cannabis brands in Nevada’s only blind cannabis competition.
The 2025 Judge Cycle kicks off with the release of limited-edition NuWu Cup Judge Kits. Each kit gives you full access to evaluate products in multiple categories and includes entry to the NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show in downtown Las Vegas this October. Quantities are limited and sell out every year, so be ready.
What’s Inside the 2025 NuWu Cup Judge Kit
2025 NuWu Cup Judge Kit, which includes a Dr Dabber XS, JBD x NuWu Bong, JBD hammer pipe, Sessions Journal, and more!
The 2025 Judge Kit isn’t just packed it’s built to deliver a full cannabis judging experience. Each kit is housed in a limited-edition NuWu Cup backpack and features more than 80 high-quality products and accessories. From flower and extracts to tools and exclusive swag, this kit gives you everything you need to sample, score, and celebrate.
For $420, each kit includes
17 one-gram flower samples
10 half-gram extract samples
14 edibles dosed at 100mg each
19 vape samples
17 pre-rolls samples
9 infused pre-rolls samples
1 JBD x NuWu glass bong
1 Dr. Dabber XS
1 JBD hammer pipe
1 NuWu Sessions Judge Journal
1 jeweler’s loupe magnifier
1 Kozo flower grinder
1 NuWu-branded Bic lighter
1 limited-edition 2025 NuWu Cup T-shirt
1 NuWu Cup pen
1 sticker pack
Entry to the 2025 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and a full-course dinner catered by Hibachi Done Wright
Judge Kits will be available starting July 10 at the following locations
NuWu Cannabis Marketplace – 1235 Paiute Cir, Las Vegas
NuWu North – 11527 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd, Las Vegas
What Is the NuWu Cannabis Cup
Evan Marder of EGO Brands accepts the 2024 NuWu Cup trophy for Best Edible
The NuWu Cannabis Cup is Nevada’s only blind cannabis competition. Each year, real consumers are invited to judge the best flower, vapes, edibles, extracts, and more all without brand names or packaging.
This format ensures a more authentic experience, where products are scored based on quality alone. It’s a celebration of transparency, community, and craftsmanship that reflects what cannabis culture is really about.
Now in its fifth year, the NuWu Cup has grown into one of the most anticipated cannabis events in Las Vegas. It also marks eight years of NuWu Cannabis serving the community with innovation, purpose, and pride.
The Cup is more than a competition. It’s your chance to help shape the future of cannabis in Nevada.
The 2025 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show
NuWu Cup Hosts Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan host the 2024 NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show.
Celebrate Nevada’s Cannabis Culture in Downtown Las Vegas
Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2025 in the NuWu Courtyard, Nevada’s only open-air cannabis consumption lounge, for the Fifth Annual NuWu Cup Awards Ceremony and Variety Show.
This all-day celebration marks the final chapter of the 2025 NuWu Cup Judge Cycle. Expect a high-energy mix of live entertainment, immersive experiences, and community recognition, all in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.
Highlights of This Year’s Celebration
Live performances from surprise musical guests
Joint rolling contests and on-site skill challenges
Exclusive raffles and giveaways for attendees
Full-course hibachi dinner catered by Hibachi Done Wright
Gourmet food trucks with infused and non-infused options
Vendor Village featuring local artisans and top cannabis brands
Adult Arcade with Skeeball, basketball hoops, and retro games
Photo booths and content zones for social-ready moments
Hosted by Tom Nieves and Jenn from Japan of NuWu Sessions
Whether you’re a judge, a brand, or simply a fan of the culture, this is more than an awards show. It’s a full-spectrum celebration of cannabis community, creativity, and craftsmanship.
Meet the Brands Competing in the 2025 NuWu Cup
Offical 2025 NuWu Cup flyer
This year’s competitors represent the best in the game brands that push boundaries in flavor, effect, innovation, and quality. Look for entries from top-tier producers including:
Matrix NV, Rove, Redwood Cultivation, Neon Moon, STIIIZY, Tsunami, Fleur, TRICHOME, CAMP, Select, HAZE, Srene — and many more standouts including WYLD, Kiva, Resin8, Virtue, Sauce, Cultivate, Caviar Gold, and Locals Only.
With over 60 brands participating, the NuWu Cup continues to raise the bar for cannabis excellence not only in Nevada, but nationwide.
Why You Should Judge
2022 NuWu Cup judge Lil Raych posing with her Judge Kit in the Sky High Lounge.
Being a NuWu Cup Judge is about more than just free samples (although those don’t hurt). It’s about becoming part of a growing movement that supports equity, transparency, and quality in cannabis. Judges are encouraged to create content, review products, and share their experiences on social media, helping elevate the brands that are doing it right.
Plus, the Judge Kit is a $1,500+ value for just $420, making it one of the most stacked cannabis bundles in the country — not to mention your ticket to one of the most celebrated events in the scene.
You'll also get to:
Sample top brands across every major category
Connect with fellow cannabis connoisseurs and creators
Gain early access to product trends and new releases
Enjoy exclusive access to one of the most exciting cannabis events in the country
How to Get Your Judge Kit
Model with 2024 NuWu Cup Judge Kit posing at NuWu Cannabis on 1235 Paiute Circle.
🏪 Available Starting: July 10, 2025
📍 Where: NuWu Cannabis Marketplace – 1235 Paiute Cir, Las Vegas OR NuWu North – 11527 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd, Las Vegas
💰 Cost: $420 (Includes Ceremony Entry + Dinner)
Once they're gone, they’re gone. Don’t miss your chance to be part of history.
🎟️ How to Get Involved
2024 NuWu Cup t-shirt being worn by NuWu Patron
Judge Kits are limited and will sell out, so make sure you’re ready on drop day. Whether you’re a long-time NuWu fan or attending for the first time, this year’s Cup promises to be unforgettable.
📲 For the latest updates, follow @NuWuLV on Instagram, facebook, YouTube and TikTok.
🔗 Visit NuWuCup.com for more details.