Memorial Day is a time to honor our fallen service members for their bravery and sacrifice for our country and a time to celebrate and honor our nation, family, friends, and the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy. For cannabis lovers, it’s also an opportunity to honor the plant and enhance this Memorial Day weekend’s celebrations with some of New Jersey’s finest weed.
When is Memorial Day?
We first celebrated Memorial Day on May 30, 1868, when it was called Decoration Day, because we honored our fallen soldiers by decorating their graves with American flags, wreaths, and flowers. Since then, it has become a time-honored annual American tradition celebrated from coast-to-coast. Memorial Day always falls on the last Monday of May, so this year, Memorial Day in New Jersey is Monday, May 26, when you can expect parades, tributes, and celebrations throughout the weekend.
Celebrating Memorial Day With Cannabis in New Jersey
The cannabis plant has been used as a therapeutic for centuries, with some records dating it as far back as 8,800 BCE. Yet today, researchers are only scratching the surface when it comes to understanding its true, powerful medicinal, and psychotropic properties. Since the legalization of recreational cannabis in New Jersey on January 1, 2021, cannabis enthusiasts have finally been able to enjoy the benefits of this ancient plant for their enjoyment and well-being. Here are some ways you can pair cannabis with your Memorial Day celebrations and activities.
Attend Parades and Tributes
Many veterans rely on the healing properties of cannabis for such things as PTSD, anxiety, sleep, pain, and other issues, so they understand the importance of cannabis in their lives. Memorial Day weekend parades throughout New Jersey are wonderful ways to show our appreciation for our veterans and celebrate the occasion with family and friends, and an uplifting Sativa strain. Here are some popular cannabis products to consider:
- Maui Wowie Infused-Pre-Rolls by Rythm
- Jack Herer (Mixed Buds) Flower by Good Green
- Go Drops Edibles by 1906
- Lemon Cheesecake Natural Vapes by Legend
Enjoy Backyard Barbecues and Picnics
BBQs and picnics are a staple in New Jersey on Memorial Day Weekend. Grab your friends, family, hot dogs, corn-on-the-cob, and your favorite cannabis, and let the good times roll. Depending on your mood, a nice Sativa, Indica, or hybrid can add to the celebrations. Here are some cannabis products that can pair well with a BBQ vibe:
Sativas For Energy and Focus
- Super Sour Diesel Vape Pens (Disposable) by &Shine
- Casey Jones Pre-Rolls by (the) Essence J’s
- Mandarin Orange Gummies 1:1 Edibles by Botanist
Indicas For Relaxation and Calm
- Blackberry Lemonade Pearls–1:1:1 Edibles by Grön
- Classic Granddaddy Purple Vape Carts by Bloom
- Pacman Flower by Cookies
Hybrids For Balance
- Zen Crusher Flower by binske
- Black Cherry Maduro Briq All-In-One Vapes by Select
- Underground Tangie Badder by Black Label
Get Outdoors for Memorial Day Weekend Activities
Celebrating Memorial Day with cannabis and the great outdoors is a perfect way to enhance your activities. Whether you go hiking or biking, enjoy a leisurely stroll by a New Jersey lake, relax on the beach, go camping under the stars, or attend a New Jersey festival or event, the right cannabis for the right mood can elevate your experience. Here are a few excellent cannabis products that are perfect for outdoor activities:
Energizing Sativas for Active Outdoor Activities
- Classic Mango Edibles by Wana
- Sour Cherries Infused-Pre-Rolls by Dogwalkers
- Novarine Live Resin Budder by Grassroots
Relaxing Indicas for Laid-back Outdoor Activities
- Urban Legend Pre-Rolls by Botanist
- Temptation F2 Live Resin Badder by HAZE
- Bone Apple Teet Flower by Kind Tree
Balanced Hybrids for Happy Creative Outdoor Activities
- Kiwi Berry Natural Vape Carts by Legend
- Genius Drops Edibles by 1906
- Animal Mint Cake Flower by Grassroots
Take Part in Local Memorial Day Weekend Activities
Most cities and towns across New Jersey will have local Memorial Day weekend activities within the community. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get together with friends and family where you live to celebrate and build camaraderie within your community. Here are some local events in Voorhees County:
- Voorhees Soccer Association 2025 Memorial Day Classic
- Voorhees Fire Department Annual Kirkwood Memorial Day Parade & Service
- Indoor Rock Climbing at The Gravity Vault
Find Memorial Day Cannabis Deals at Eastern Green Dispensary
Visit Eastern Green Dispensary’s Voorhees, New Jersey dispensary for your Memorial Day Weekend Cannabis products. Order online or drop by for personalized Memorial Day Weekend Cannabis recommendations and deals!
