The New England Cannabis Convention (NECANN) is set to return to Atlantic City on September 5–6, 2025, at the Atlantic City Convention Center. As the largest B2B cannabis convention in New Jersey, NECANN 2025 promises to be a pivotal event for industry professionals, entrepreneurs, advocates, and curious newcomers alike.
What is NECANN?
NECANN is a nationally recognized series of cannabis conventions designed to bring together cannabis industry stakeholders to network, learn, and explore business opportunities. The Atlantic City event is one of the most anticipated gatherings in the Northeast, known for driving business development, education, and policy advancement in the regional market.
Since its first appearance in New Jersey, NECANN has played a crucial role in growing the state’s cannabis scene. The 2025 edition is expected to draw over 5,000 attendees and feature more than 200 exhibitors showcasing products, services, and technologies across the cannabis supply chain.
Convention Highlights
Exhibition Hall: The convention’s show floor will be packed with the latest in cannabis innovation, from cultivation technology and packaging solutions to edibles, wellness products, and software platforms for dispensary operations. Exhibitors range from major cannabis brands to up-and-coming startups.
Educational Programming: NECANN’s schedule includes more than 35 sessions, led by thought leaders, industry veterans, and policy experts. Topics will include New Jersey’s evolving regulations, cannabis licensing, social equity initiatives, cultivation best practices, investment strategies, and more. The sessions are tailored to benefit both industry insiders and those new to the space.
Networking Opportunities: NECANN has built a reputation as a premier networking platform. Between educational panels and exhibit hall tours, attendees will have opportunities to connect with investors, vendors, entrepreneurs, legal experts, and advocates working at all levels of the cannabis ecosystem. Evening mixers and dedicated networking lounges will provide additional space for relationship-building.
NECANN Cup Debut: For the first time in New Jersey, NECANN will host the NECANN Cup—a competitive showcase of excellence in categories such as flower, concentrates, edibles, and topicals. Judged by professionals and consumers, the awards are expected to spotlight top-tier products while encouraging innovation and quality standards.
Impact on Atlantic City
Hosting NECANN 2025 marks another milestone in Atlantic City’s rise as a major player in the East Coast cannabis industry. The convention draws thousands of visitors, filling hotels, restaurants, and local businesses. Beyond the immediate economic benefits, NECANN helps reinforce Atlantic City’s identity as a progressive, cannabis-friendly destination with the capacity to host industry-defining events.
For the local cannabis community, the convention presents a golden opportunity. Operators can engage directly with suppliers, learn about emerging trends, and explore strategic partnerships that might otherwise be out of reach. For consumers, NECANN offers a firsthand look at the future of cannabis—from tech innovations to evolving product categories.
Why It Matters
As New Jersey’s cannabis market continues to expand, NECANN 2025 offers a chance to strengthen the industry’s foundation through education, collaboration, and celebration. For Atlantic City, the event is not just a convention—it’s a symbol of economic development and cultural inclusion in the fast-growing cannabis movement.