Quick Answer: What Is Green Wednesday?
Green Wednesday is the day before Thanksgiving, when dispensaries see one of their biggest sales spikes of the year. In 2026, it falls on Wednesday, November 25. Many dispensaries run special deals that day, and shoppers use it to stock up before the long holiday weekend. In Michigan, adults 21 and older with a valid ID can shop at any licensed dispensary.
Thanksgiving week has a rhythm. Monday, you remember you volunteered to bring a side dish. Tuesday, you remember the in-laws are coming. But on Wednesday, a lot of Michiganders remember the dispensary.
They’re not alone. The day before Thanksgiving has quietly become one of the busiest cannabis shopping days of the year, and it even has its own name.
Here’s what Green Wednesday is, why it took off, and how to shop it like a pro instead of scrambling at the last minute.
Why the Day Before Thanksgiving Became Cannabis’s Black Friday
The name is a play on Black Friday, and the timing makes a lot of sense once you think about it.
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is the start of a four-day weekend for many people. Some are headed home to see family. Some are hosting. Some are mentally preparing to explain their career choices to an uncle for the fourth year in a row. All of them want their supplies sorted before the holiday hits.
The numbers back it up. According to cannabis analytics firm Headset, Green Wednesday sales in 2023 were 52% higher than an average Wednesday, up from a 33% bump in 2021. Across several legal states, including Michigan, it now regularly ranks among the top sales days of the year, right behind 4/20.
Edibles tend to lead the charge. That makes sense: they’re discreet, travel-friendly, and much easier to enjoy at a family gathering than a joint on the back porch.
Green Wednesday vs. Black Friday: Which Has Better Weed Deals?
Good question, and the answer depends on what you’re after.
Green Wednesday brings the crowds. It’s the bigger shopping day, and many dispensaries plan their best promotions around it, so selection tends to be strongest early in the day.
Black Friday often brings the bargain hunters. Some shops save deeper discounts for Friday to bring people back in after the holiday.
The best approach? Check your dispensary’s specials ahead of time for both days. If something on your list is popular, Wednesday morning is your best bet before it sells out. If you’re flexible and mostly chasing a good price, Friday can be worth a look.
How to Shop Green Wednesday Dispensary Deals in Michigan
A little planning turns a hectic shopping trip into a smooth one.
Check the menu online first. Browse Mystic’s specials before you leave the house so you know what’s on sale and what’s in stock.
Order ahead. Placing your order online saves time at the counter, especially during the busiest stretch of the day.
Shop early. Popular products and the best deals tend to go first. Morning shoppers get the full selection.
Make a list. Deals are fun, but a quick list keeps you from coming home with four of something you didn’t need.
Bring your ID. A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID is required for every purchase. There are no exceptions, even on the busiest day of the year.
Ask a budtender. Not sure what to pick up for a long weekend? Tell our budtenders what you’re planning, and they’ll point you toward products that fit, from edibles to flower to carts and disposables.
New to dispensaries altogether? Our first-timer’s guide covers everything you need to know before your first visit.
Stock Up Responsibly This Holiday Weekend
Stocking up is the whole point of Green Wednesday, but a few rules still apply.
Know your limit. Michigan caps adult-use purchases at 2.5 ounces of flower per transaction, with no more than 15 grams of that as concentrate. Deals don’t change the rules.
Don’t cross state lines. Heading to Ohio, Indiana, or anywhere else for Thanksgiving? Leave your cannabis in Michigan. Taking it across state lines is illegal, even into another legal state. Our guide for out-of-state visitors covers the details.
Don’t drive high. Holiday weekends are busy on the roads. If you’re consuming, plan to stay put or have a sober ride.
Go easy with edibles. If anyone at your gathering is new to cannabis, start low and go slow. Edibles can take up to two hours to kick in, and effects can last six to eight hours or longer. Our guide on how long edibles last walks through the timeline.
Be careful mixing with alcohol. Thanksgiving often comes with wine. Combining the two can intensify effects in ways that are hard to predict.
Keep it away from kids and pets. Family gatherings mean extra little hands and curious noses. Store gummies and chocolates out of reach, ideally locked up. A gummy on the coffee table looks a lot like candy to a five-year-old. Or a golden retriever.
Planning Ahead for the Munchies
The holiday weekend practically comes with built-in snacks. If you’re looking for ideas beyond turkey sandwiches at midnight, our ultimate guide to the munchies has you covered. And if you’re already thinking about holiday gifts for the cannabis lovers in your life, check out our holiday gift guide.
Final Thoughts: Shop Smart, Celebrate Safely
Green Wednesday is a great time to stock up, try something new, and save a little money before the holiday weekend. Check the specials early, bring your ID, and plan for a safe, relaxed holiday.
Your Thanksgiving table already has plenty of drama. Your stash doesn’t need to add to it.
Get Ready for Green Wednesday at Mystic Cannabis
Stocking up for the holiday weekend? Swing by Mystic Cannabis in Memphis, Michigan, just a short drive from Port Huron, to explore flower, edibles, carts, disposables, and more. Our budtenders are happy to help you find the right fit for your plans, no judgment included. Check our specials and plan your trip before the holiday rush.
