The 7 Best Cannabis Strains for Festival Season

Summer is winding down, but festival season is heating up. The dog days of summer fading into early fall is when some of the top festivals in the country open their gates for revelry. We’re exploring one special pairing this festival season—cannabis strains and music.

Cannabis has this innate ability to help you feel deeply, hear deeply, heighten your senses, and open your mind…just ask the hippies. The countless artists who have their own cannabis lines. And take the countless mentions of marijuana in music as evidence. Now that we’re in the new age of marijuana, where the plant is legal medically in 39 states, recreationally in 24 of those states, and on the path to rescheduling, cannabis and music are more relevant than ever.

To help get you ready for the best music scenes of the season, we’ve rounded up our 7 favorite cannabis strains and music they complement. Catch the artists at:

• Lollapalooza, the pinnacle of festival-going in the midwest featuring artists you know and love, and those you will soon, August 1-4 in Chicago, IL
• Voices of America Festival, four days of live country music from top and up-and-coming artists, August 8-11 in West Chester, OH
• Sea.Hear.Now, the electrifying union of rock music, beach, and surf, September 14-15 in Asbury Park, NJ
• iHeartRadio Music Festival, featuring performances by the top artists of all genres, September 20-21 in Las Vegas, NV
• Soundside Music Festival (formerly Sound On Sound), the sister of Sea.Hear.Now, blending rock and the sea in perfect harmony, September 28-29 in Bridgeport, CT
• Oceans Calling, the oceanfront collision of rock of all forms and ages with culinary delights, September 27-29 in Ocean City, MD
• Boots in the Park, a line dancing, boot stompin' celebration of today's hottest country music, September 28-29 in Tempe, AZ

Remember, while you may not be able to partake at the venue, using cannabis beforehand compliantly is always an option. Just be sure to schedule a ride to the festival or opt for public transportation, and follow all of your state's rules and regulations regarding consumption.

Now get your clear bags ready, and pair these cannabis strains and music!

Apricot Stomper

Take in the music in blissed-out euphoria with Apricot Stomper. The potent cross of Blue Apricot and Grape Gasoline blends mental calming with activating body effects for the ideal state of relaxation. We love it for its effects, and for its flavor—expect plumes of sweet and tart fruit and fuel.

This cannabis strain pairs nicely with:

• Noah Kahan, playing at Sea.Hear.Now September 14 and Soundside Festival September 28
• Norah Jones, playing at Sea.Hear.Now September 14 and at Soundside Music Festival September 29

B52 Bomber

Up your festival energy with B52 Bomber. This delicious cross of Durban Poison and Blue Dream brings strong notes of berry and anise. Your next favorite strain, this sativa blends energy and focus with uplifting euphoria for the best feel-good high. If you plan to dance the night away, B52 Bomber is the strain you’re looking for.

Try this marijuana strain with:

• Chappell Roan at Lollapalooza August 1
• Tate McRae at Lollapalooza August 3

Purpentine

Up the funk with Purpentine. This gassy cross of Pai Gow and Mimosa V6 is laden with notes of sweet berries and undertones of space and earth. With its intense euphoria, underscored by relaxation for overall balanced, happy effects, Purpentine is the perfect hybrid for your mellow moods and tunes.

Vibe with this strain and:

• The Killers at Lollapalooza on August 3 and Oceans Calling September 28
• 311 at Sea.Hear.Now in Asbury Park, NJ on September 15 and Oceans Calling in Ocean City, MD on September 27

Wedding Kush Mints

A blissful union of flavor and euphoria sure to bring your festival joy to new heights, Wedding Kush Mints is creamy, delicious, and unforgettable. The cross of Wedding Cake and Kush Mints provides calming yet uplifted effects, sure to stave off any crowd jitters to help you maximize your enjoyment of the show. Get ready for the minty, earthy, and gassy flavor of Wedding Kush Mints to be a staple of your festival season.

Pair this marijuana strain with:

• Hozier at Lollapalooza on August 1
• Kool & the Gang at Sea.Hear.Now on September 15

Sweet Apple Crumble Pie

Sweet, earthy goodness awaits you in Sweet Apple Crumble Pie. A delightful cross of Sour Apple and Triple Kush, don't let its indica label deceive you. This strain lends cerebral, euphoric effects that will have you connecting to the lyrics of your favorite songs more deeply than ever. Get ready, Sweet Apple Crumble Pie is vying to be your festival and concert go-to.

Pair this cannabis strain with:

• Victoria Monét at Lollapalooza on August 2
• Sexyy Red at Lollapalooza on August 2

Burmese Kush

Add a little spice to your festival night with Burmese Kush. A cross of Burmese and classic SFV OG Kush, this hybrid blends calming, mellow effects with a sense of euphoria for the ideal concert high. Whether you plan to dance the night away, find layered meaning to lyrics, or simply relax with your favorite artists for company, consider Burmese Kush your festival bestie.

Scoot with this marijuana strain and:

• Jason Aldean at Boots in the Park on September 29 and Voices of America Country Music Fest on August 9
• Thomas Rhett at Boots in the Park on September 28 and iHeartRadio Music Festival on September 20

Purple Lemon Punch

Show up and show off with Purple Lemon Punch. This uplifting cross of Super Lemon Haze and Mimosa V6 is a super sativa favored for its energizing, mood-enhancing, and creative effects. With notes of sweet fruit and citrus, you're guaranteed to love the flavor as much as its benefits. Consider Purple Lemon Punch your dancing partner in crime for vibey hip-hop shows at late-night stages throughout the rest of the festival season.

Vibe with this marijuana strain and:

• Dominic Fike at Lollapalooza on August 4
• Vince Staples at Lollapalooza on August 4

Pair Cannabis Strains and Music with Zen Leaf

The only thing better than a music festival is one with the right cannabis strain. Whether you're seeking something uplifting like your favorite artist's beats, chill to match their vibe, or soothing to deal with the crowds, your local Zen Leaf has you covered. Shop these cannabis strains and more in your favorite formats—flower, vapes, and edibles—for the best festival season yet.