As 2025 is coming to an end, the hemp and CBD world is in the spotlight. Several events are lined up across Europe and beyond. These are key gatherings for players in this fast-evolving market, giving them a chance to showcase the latest innovations.
These events will also be an opportunity to show regulators that the market is thriving. Dynamic, promising and rapidly growing, the hemp, CBD and legal cannabis sectors would benefit from more recognition.
What are the main CBD events in October 2025?
Here are the main events for October related to the hemp, CBD and legal cannabis world.
Hemp for the Future – Reykjavik – Iceland
The Icelandic Hemp Association has announced that it will be holding the ‘Hemp For The Future’ conference in the Icelandic capital. The conference will take place on the 2nd and the 3rd of October.
This major conference will be an opportunity for participants to discuss highly important social projects, such as the challenges of medical cannabis for the Iceland’s population (note that Reykjavík hasn’t yet passed legislation supporting therapeutic cannabis use).
See eventCultiva – Vienna – Austria
The Cultiva cannabis fair will take place in Vienna, Austria, from the 3rd to 5th of October. More than a hundred booths will be set up on site. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet committed professionals. Conferences will also be organized, as well as demonstrations highlighting new products on the market. Finally, there will be an evening event focusing specifically on the cannabis world and market.
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Business of Cannabis – New York – USA
Business of Cannabis: New York will take place on the 6th November. Organized by Prohibition Partners, this event will be an opportunity for the biggest players in the market to come together. Politicians, businesses, financiers… Everyone will be there to discuss the cannabis’s place in the USA and around the world, along with measures to encourage more flexible, business-friendly laws in the US or in Europe.
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Cannafest – Prague – Czech Republic
From Novembre 7-9 November, Cannafest will take place in Prague, Czech Republic. Surprise, surprise, we’ll be there! You can find us at stand 1A. Our teams will be represented by Alessia and Mario. Feel free to come, say hello and ask us any questions you may have.
Held at PVA Expo Praha, this event is one of the most popular in Europe. More than 30,000 people are expected, including professionals and individuals. Once again, market innovations will be highlighted, both from a therapeutic and recreational perspective. Conferences, workshops and an introductory program to the world of cannabis will also be on offer.
See eventAsia International Hemp Expo & Forum – Bangkok – Thailand
Asia isn’t the most open region in the world when it comes to hemp, CBD and cannabis. Nonetheless, it’s in Bangkok, Thailand, that the Asia International Hemp Expo & Forum will take place, next November.
Many cannabis experts will attend, with the aim of discussing market innovations, cultivation methods, production and technological developments in this fast-changing industry.
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MJBizCon – Las Vegas – USA
MJBizCon will be held in Las Vegas, at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. This can’t-be-missed event will occur from the 2nd to the 5th of December. It is nothing less than the largest cannabis trade show in the hemp and cannabis world.
Entrepreneurs, investors, politicians and other influential figures will be there to exchange ideas, showcase themselves and promote their ideas. A wonderful place to be if you’re willing to network a little bit.
See eventHomegrown Cup – Netherlands
The Homegrown Cup is an iconic festival in the CBD and cannabis world. It’s a competition in the Netherlands that honors professionals and individuals growing their own indoor and – or outdoor cannabis varieties. The idea behind it? To judge which flower is the richest and tastiest. The winner gets a prize which is often considered as big recognition in the community.
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As 2025 wraps up, the cannabis industry is preparing for three particularly intense months, with the organization of major fairs and exhibitions bringing together individuals, professionals and lawmakers.
It will therefore be an opportunity to justify market developments in order to push for more open legislation, particularly in Europe. The ‘Old Continent’ is lagging far behind the USA, where medical cannabis, and even recreational cannabis is authorized in certain states (or is in the process of being authorized).