The Flower Expo is returning to Chicago in 2025, and this time, it’s leveling up. After a successful single-day debut earlier this year, the event is expanding to a two-day format this September at a new venue.
With few large-scale cannabis expos happening in Illinois beyond NECANN and a handful of smaller gatherings, Flower Expo is stepping up to offer something the local industry has been missing: a space built exclusively for cannabis professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow.
This is a strictly B2B event, tailored for licensed dispensaries, cultivators, and ancillary brands looking to maximize their ROI. The show is designed to create a focused and productive business environment while still offering a fun and engaging experience for attendees.
Expect a curated vendor floor, top-tier cannabis operators, and genuine networking opportunities, all packaged alongside great food, live music, and after-hours events that give this expo its unique energy.
One of the highlights of the event will be the expanded SESHES speaker series, which now includes a daily keynote speaker and three industry panels each day. Topics will cover retail, cultivation, regulations, brand building, and more. If you were at the first Flower Expo earlier this year, you may have seen me moderating one of those panels, and I can tell you firsthand, the conversations happening on that stage are well worth your time.
Whether you’re looking to meet new vendors, scout product lines, or just get a pulse on the evolving cannabis market, Flower Expo is where you want to be.
Work in the cannabis industry? Secure your ticket now and mark your calendar for September. This is your chance to tap in with the Illinois cannabis community in a professional setting that still knows how to have fun.
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