Cannabis in Minnesota

Recreational cannabis use and possession by people 21 and older is legal in the state of Minnesota, effective August 1, 2023. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law, where it is still classified as a controlled substance.

Where are you allowed to use cannabis in Minneapolis?

Cannabis can be used by people 21 and older on private property that is not accessible to the public (if permitted by the owner), private residences and at places with approved licenses or an event permit (however, no licenses or event permits are available at this time). Smoking or vaping cannabis is allowed outside anywhere it isn’t prohibited by the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act, such as in a park, on a sidewalk or outside a restaurant or bar, unless the City of Minneapolis passes an ordinance prohibiting it. The Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board expects its ban on tobacco use in parks to apply to cannabis products, but the board may decide at a later point to clarify that point.

The Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act bans smoking or vaping tobacco and cannabis products in indoor public places, including bars, restaurants, offices, stores and health clinics.

Cannabis cannot be used or possessed in the following locations:
- Public school or charter schools and school buses
- State correctional facilities
- In a location where the smoke, aerosol or vapor of a cannabis product could be inhaled by a minor
- On federal property (such as courthouses, airports and national parks)

Starting in March 2025, smoking and vaping of cannabis is prohibited in multifamily housing building units, including on apartment balconies and patios, except for registered medical cannabis patients. Until then, the law lets property managers decide whether to allow or prohibit smoking in units.

How much cannabis are you allowed to possess?

People age 21 and older may possess or transport up to:
- 2 ounces of cannabis flower
- 8 grams of concentrate
- 800 milligrams of edible product (including lower-potency hemp-derived product)
- 2 pounds of cannabis flower in a private residence

Where can you legally buy cannabis in Minnesota?

According to a state website about the law, retail sales for adult use cannabis in Minnesota is expected begin in the first quarter of 2025 as the regulatory framework will take time to develop and will require input from communities throughout the state. However, seltzers, gummies and other consumable products made using up to 5mg of hemp-derived THC are available at a wide range of retailers and restaurants.

The Red Lake Nation and White Earth Nation in northern Minnesota are currently operating the state's first legal recreational cannabis dispensaries on tribal land.

The tax on cannabis product sales will be 10% in addition to state and local sales taxes. Local governments will not collect an additional cannabis-specific tax. The cannabis tax revenue will be split 80% for the state’s general fund and 20% to local government aid. Local governments can limit the number of cannabis retailers to one for every 12,500 residents.

Minnesota continues to have a medical cannabis program. Medical cannabis product sales are not taxed.

Will people from out of state be able to purchase cannabis in Minnesota?

Minnesota has no additional restrictions for out-of-state customers, and people with a valid ID showing they are 21 or older will be allowed to purchase cannabis products at licensed retailers. If someone were to cross a border into a neighboring state with legally purchased cannabis, the person could be subject to prosecution in that state. It is also a federal crime to transport marijuana across state lines.

Are you allowed to grow cannabis plants in Minnesota?

People age 21 and older can grow up to eight cannabis plants, with no more than four being mature, at a single residence. A cultivation license will be required to grow more plants. The plants must be grown in an enclosed, locked space that is not open to public view.

Are cannabis/THC-related events allowed to take place at the Minneapolis Convention Center?

Yes. Each event works directly with the MCC regarding specific guidelines and requirements. Exhibitors may display cannabis and cannabis-related products, though consumption of products containing THC is prohibited at the MCC. If you are interested in hosting an event at the MCC, please contact Director of Sales & Marketing Katie Smith at katie.smith@minneapolismn.gov.

Can cannabis be consumed during cannabis/THC-related events at the Minneapolis Convention Center?

No. Consumption of products containing THC is prohibited at the MCC. Consumable THC products are not allowed at the MCC until further licensing and dispensing direction comes from the State of Minnesota. All food and beverage must be distributed per the guidelines of the MCC Meeting Planner’s Guide and the requirements of the venue’s exclusive caterer, Kelber Catering.

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