MJ Unpacked 2026
Event Date
October 13–15, 2026
Location
Kansas City, MO
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryMJ Unpacked is a national cannabis conference and expo held in Kansas City, Missouri. It is curated for licensed operators, researchers, and investors to elevate their businesses and ignite new opportunities. The show is tailored exclusively for retail and brand executives within the cannabis industry, serving their unique needs on a national scale.
The event is deliberately intimate and highly vetted. Attendees connect with vetted license holders with the title manager and above, accredited investors actively investing in the industry, and scientists leading the way in cutting-edge research. Attendance is exclusive to licensed THC cannabis retail and brand executives, researchers, healthcare providers, licensed testing labs, and investors actively investing in the space.
Why attend: MJ Unpacked blends education, product discovery, and capital access under one roof. Each conference session addresses the most pressing topics for license holders and scientists, while the Experience Hall showcases new products and delivers market intel and the latest trends. For operators looking to expand across markets, forge partnerships, or raise or deploy capital, it offers a focused, deal-oriented environment.
Show Highlights
Signature features of MJ Unpacked Kansas City include:
- The Experience Hall — Immerse yourself in the latest trends, market insights, and innovative products as you explore The Experience Hall on Wednesday and Thursday.
- Product & Budtender Slams — Catch dynamic product and budtender slams and connect one-on-one with the brands that captivate your interest.
- Curated conference tracks — Strategic insights from curated Brand & Retail, Finance & Investment, and Cultivation & Science tracks, each offering real-world takeaways from proven industry leaders.
- The MJU MoCann Cup — In partnership with MoCannTrade, this industry-driven competition spotlights the highest-quality cannabis products in the marketplace, evaluated exclusively by Certified Ganjiers. Products must be entered by Sept. 10 to compete.
- Oaksterdam pre-conference education, a Welcome Mixer, networking lunches, and the official afterparty round out the program.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official registration portal (mjunpackedregister.com). Attendance is exclusive to licensed THC cannabis retail and brand executives with the title manager and above, researchers, healthcare providers, licensed testing labs, and investors actively investing in the space; budtenders can register to attend the last day of the event.
Pass types include:
- Expo Experience Pass — Grants access to The Experience Hall, Welcome Mixer, networking lunches, Product & Budtender Slams, the official afterparty, and the MJU MoCann Cup Awards — ideal for networking, discovery, and staying ahead of emerging cannabis trends.
- Conference Pass — Includes the Expo Experience Pass plus strategic insights from the curated Brand & Retail, Finance & Investment, and Cultivation & Science tracks, with on-demand access to all session recordings.
The cost to attend depends on your business type, registration date, and product selection. Early Bird pricing was offered through July 25, with an additional 20% off using promo code MCT20. All attendees must be 21 or older.
History
MJ Unpacked is produced by Jage Media, Inc. It is positioned as a focused, highly curated, and intimate event connecting vetted license holders, accredited investors, and scientists. The show has run editions in multiple U.S. cannabis markets, including St. Louis and Atlantic City in 2025 and New Jersey. MJ Unpacked returns to Missouri in 2026, this time in Kansas City.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is MJ Unpacked Kansas City 2026?
MJ Unpacked takes place October 13–15, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri, with the main conference and expo on October 14–15. It is hosted at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64108.
Who should attend MJ Unpacked?
Attendance is exclusive to licensed THC cannabis retail and brand executives with the title of manager and above, researchers, healthcare providers, licensed testing labs, and investors actively investing in the space. It is a curated B2B event, and budtenders can register to attend the final day.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is completed online through the official portal at mjunpackedregister.com, and all attendees must be 21 or older. The cost depends on your business type, registration date, and product selection; early bird pricing and promo discounts have been offered ahead of the show.
What is included and what happens at the show?
The Expo Experience Pass includes The Experience Hall, a Welcome Mixer, networking lunches, Product & Budtender Slams, the official afterparty, and the MJU MoCann Cup Awards. A Conference Pass adds curated Brand & Retail, Finance & Investment, and Cultivation & Science session tracks with on-demand recordings.
What is the host hotel and how do I get there?
The Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center is the host hotel, and MJ Unpacked secured a discounted room block for attendees. Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is about 22 miles away; there is no hotel airport shuttle, so travelers typically use a rental car, taxi, or rideshare.
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