Great Smoky Cannabis Co. to Open for Recreational Sales

After opening for medical marijuana in April, the Great Smoky Cannabis Co. dispensary will open for all adult use purchases in early July. The newest advance will come July 4 when the Great Smoky Cannabis Company will be allowed to legally sell marijuana to adults over the age of 21 who are not members of federally recognized tribes.

Marijuana sales by Eastern Band of Cherokees opening to all adults next month. Cannabis still illegal in NC outside tribe's Qualla Boundary. The path to legalizing marijuana within the Qualla Boundary began in 2021 when the tribe, which is federally recognized and considered a sovereign nation, passed legislation allowing for medical cannabis.

Upon opening, this facility promises to revolutionize the landscape of medical cannabis on the Qualla Boundary. With a commitment to quality, the Great Smoky Cannabis Company aims to provide a safe and regulated environment for adult use customers to purchase cannabis products.

CHEROKEE, N.C. -- The marijuana retailer owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians on western North Carolina tribal lands announced their expansion into recreational sales for all adults. The Eastern Band of Cherokee will start selling recreational marijuana to members of federally recognized tribes on July 4.

The Great Smoky Cannabis Company superstore, the only seed-to-sale Indigenous weed operation in a part of the United States where marijuana is illegal, is poised to become a hub for cannabis enthusiasts looking for high-quality products in a safe and welcoming environment.

As recreational marijuana sales are set to begin soon for the public at Great Smoky Cannabis Co. on the Qualla Boundary, here's what to know: customers must be at least 21 years old, present a valid ID, and adhere to all state and tribal regulations regarding cannabis consumption.