How To Plan A Weed-Themed Wedding

Marriage is a chance to share your love for your soon-to-be spouse with friends and family. It’s an embodiment of your relationship and an opportunity to shine a light on what makes your bond unique. While it’s normal for couples to incorporate personal elements such as a shared playlist or their favourite foods into their ceremony, what if you feel most at home when you’re sitting on the sofa, sharing a joint? After all, your wedding is a day you’ll remember for the rest of your life, so you should have exactly what you want, herb and all.

Why have a cannabis wedding?

With the rising acceptance of cannabis, the idea of a marijuana-themed wedding isn’t as outlandish as it may at first sound. In fact, an increasing number of couples are turning to the herb as a significant source of inspiration for their big day. From weed-themed invites to flower-filled favours, there’s never been a better time to celebrate your shared love and your shared interest in everything Mary Jane.

So, if you’re ready to add a splash of green to your ceremony, reception, invites, and even your wedding vows, keep reading. We’re going to explore how to plan the perfect weed-themed wedding.

Planning a weed wedding

Planning a wedding is no easy feat, and adding cannabis to the proceedings adds a layer of complication many couples are unfamiliar with. However, fear not, as we will outline the primary considerations alongside some hints and tips to ensure the big day goes off without a hitch.

Find a weed-friendly venue

First on your weed wedding to-do list is finding the perfect venue. Not only does it need to have the space and facilities you want, but it needs to have an accepting stance on marijuana use. You’ll want to check that they allow cannabis consumption on the premises or at least have designated areas where you can light up without judgement.

You want your big day to be about joy and celebration, so it's essential you and your guests feel supported by the venue, both in theme and legal restrictions. While cannabis is much more widely available, the legislation surrounding its use varies widely from country to country. Sit down with the venue and establish if there are limits on how much flower guests can have, possible age restrictions, and whether adult-to-adult cannabis transfers are permitted.

Ensure guests are aware

Whether it’s a flash mob or the comedy routine you’ve been practising for months, surprises on your wedding day are a great way to entertain guests and have fun. However, honesty and transparency are paramount when it comes to a healthy infusion of cannabis. Not only should you be upfront with guests about your weed-themed plans for the day, but any related activities should be optional.

While there’s no doubt that marijuana can enrich the lives of people worldwide, it isn’t the right fit for everyone. Consider adding options to the wedding invites just like you would with dietary requirements. Not only will this let your friends and family know what to expect on the day, but it helps you plan how much bud you’ll need.

Hire a budtender

You should treat hiring a budtender with the same care and attention as hiring a DJ or catering team. Guests always remember how good the music was or the food that blew them away, and weed is no different. It’s a multifaceted plant that can be tailored to a specific mood or environment.

Is your wedding upbeat and energetic, or a more relaxed affair? A budtender will help guide guests in a given direction, giving them bespoke strain choices based on flavour, potency, and common effects. They can also help field inevitable questions from guests, leaving you free to enjoy the day.

Elevate your menu

While freshly rolled joints make the perfect wedding favour, they aren’t the only way for you and your guests to enjoy cannabis. Why not spice up the evening meal with edibles and kick off the wedding reception with cannabis-infused canapes, cocktails, and more? You’ll need to be very careful with dosing, however, as edibles can knock even the most seasoned weed lovers for six. However, as a complement to the main meal, edibles are a great way to get the atmosphere going without people leaving to vape or smoke in designated areas.

Of course, it’s crucial you have plenty of regular food for people to enjoy. And not just as part of the wedding reception, either. Your guests will inevitably experience the munchies, giving them a much bigger appetite than regular attendees. Snacks and comfort food will help satisfy those cravings while keeping the party going long into the night.

Decorate the venue

A themed wedding isn’t a new phenomenon, but why not create a unique and sophisticated atmosphere by incorporating elements of cannabis throughout the venue? There are numerous ways you can pay homage to your love for marijuana. But if you want small and subtle tweaks, consider cannabis motifs on invites, cufflinks for the groomsmen, or marijuana-scented candles.

If you want to make a bigger statement, hemp is incredibly versatile and can really bring floral arrangements to life. Failing that, you could be even bolder and make tweaks to the wedding dress, such as a marijuana-embroidered veil. Honestly, the sky’s the limit, and it’s entirely up to you how far you want to take your shared love for weed.

Mary Jane: The best strains for the big day

The best day of your life deserves the very best strains. And while it’s largely a matter of personal preference, why not really embrace the cannabis theme with the three strains outlined below. Each pays homage to the idea of a weed-themed wedding, and you can either speak to your budtender about supplying them or get really into pre-wedding planning and start growing a few plants yourself.

Wedding Cake (Zamnesia Seeds)

This cultivar is every bit as delicious as its name implies. Its sweet, woody notes with strong hints of spice and blueberry make it perfect for an early evening smoke when the weather starts to cool and the light begins to fade.

However, despite being an indica, this particular strain won’t knock your guests into a peaceful slumber. Instead, it produces a euphoric and uplifting experience that’s sure to get everyone on the dance floor. With around 25% THC, you may need to warn the more inexperienced guests to take it slow and steady. Still, with a moderate approach, there’s no reason why the entire wedding party can’t indulge in some delicious Wedding Cake.

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Wedding Cake (Zamnesia Seeds) feminized

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Parents: Triangle Kush x Animal Mints

Genetics: Indica-dominant

Flowering Time: 9-10 weeks

THC: 25%

CBD: Low

Wedding Crasher (Royal Queen Seeds)

Despite the name, this strain is very much a party starter, rather than a crasher. A balanced 50/50 hybrid, Wedding Crasher captures the essence of both sativa and indica strains, giving guests an uplifting buzz before mellowing into a relaxed, body-centric buzz. It’s the kind of strain that goes down a treat with wedding speeches, filling the room with joy before helping guests relax into the evening.

Another fantastic benefit of Wedding Crasher is the yield potential. In optimal conditions, she can produce up to 500 g/m². If you’ve got the time to get a grow-op going, then a few plants will provide more than enough weed for those infamous wedding favours.

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Wedding Crasher (Royal Queen Seeds) feminized

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Parents: Wedding Cake x Purple Punch

Genetics: 45% Indica / 55% Sativa

Flowering Time: 9-10 weeks

THC: 21%

CBD: Low

Flowering Type: Photoperiod

Wedding Gelato (Royal Queen Seeds)

A decadent treat from the first hit to the last, this is one strain you’ll want to save for after the first dance. Not because it’ll ruin your coordination, but because it tastes so good, you’ll want to kick back with the evening food and indulge in her for as long as possible. Leaning slightly on her indica heritage, this crossing of Wedding Cake, Gelato, and Gelato 33 showcases fantastically thick and resinous buds.

Moreover, the subtle dark green and purple hues really shine and, depending on your colour scheme, can bring a nice pop of colour to place settings or even the wedding bouquet! Failing that, Wedding Gelato’s 25% THC is sure to be a hit with day and evening guests, although the former may want to take a slow and steady approach to ensure they can dance the night away.

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Wedding Gelato (Royal Queen Seeds) feminized

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Parents: Wedding Cake x Gelato x Gelato 33

Genetics: 60% Indica / 40% Sativa

Flowering Time: 8-9 weeks

THC: 25%

CBD: Low

Flowering Type: Photoperiod

It’s a nice day for a weed wedding

While a weed-themed wedding sounds rather unconventional, it’s an idea that’s slowly gaining traction around the world. After all, many people consider cannabis an integral part of their daily life, so why wouldn’t you want to include it in your celebration? Plus, how cool will the place settings look with a neatly rolled joint on every seat as the wedding favour? The look on your guests’ faces will be more than worth it.

The key, of course, is to do your research and treat the inclusion of cannabis just like you would any other element of your wedding day. Consider your options, browse Zamnesia for the perfect strains, and plan accordingly. Now, there’s nothing more to say than, I take thee, Mary Jane!

Luke Sholl

Luke Sholl has been writing about cannabis, the wellness potential of cannabinoids, and the positive influence of nature for over a decade. Working with several cannabinoid-centric publications, he publishes a variety of digital content, supported by strong technical knowledge and thorough research.

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