April 20 has become a day celebrated by cannabis converts the world over. This year, the date known as 4/20 falls on Saturday.
The unofficial holiday involves a celebration of pot in its various forms, including a growing category of edibles and drinks infused with THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (Cannabidiol), two chemicals found in the marijuana and hemp plants.
Nearly half of the states in the U.S. have legalized marijuana. And changes in the federal 2018 Farm Bill, which allowed for the sale of hemp, has resulted in a growing category of drinks and edibles with THC and CBD derived from hemp.
The celebration has grown larger every year but don't worry. USA TODAY has found out about all the special deals and events you'll want to hit up this 4/20. From Cheech and Chong invasion of the Call of Duty video game and Snoop Dogg selling his own THC and CBD cocktails, to food deals at places like Popeye's and Smashburger, here's how to make your 4/20 memorable this year.
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The date is perfect timing for Snoop Dogg, Death Row Records & Hill Beverage Company to announce the availability of its Do It Fluid THC and CBD beverages at more than 260 Total Wine & More stores across the U.S.
Spec’s Wine, Spirits and Foods in Texas will also offer the products.
Launched in December 2023, Do It Fluid drinks are also available for delivery nationwide via DoorDash starting Saturday. Flavors include: Blood Orange, Blue Razz, Cherry Limeade and Peaches N' Honies – each available in CBD-only versions ($4.99 per can) and versions with CBD and hemp-derived Delta-9 THC ($5.99 per can). You can also order the drinks on the Hill Beverage website, newly redesigned by Philadelphia-based creative agency MOD.
"Honestly, I never thought I would see the day THC-infused drinks are actually in big box retailers right next to 19 Crimes and Gin & Juice," said Snoop Dogg in a statement to USA TODAY. "Is prohibition over yet?”
The rapper has previously partnered with 19 Crimes wines and recently launched, along with longtime collaborator Dr. Dre, new Gin & Juice ready-to-drink cocktails.
"Having Do It Fluid drinks on the shelf at Total Wine and other retailers "creates a new level of comfort for our customers and even our competitor’s customers, as we all dive into this space together," Jake Hill, who co-founded Hill Beverage with Snoop Dogg, said in a statement to USA TODAY. "This is the start of the evolution from prohibition to legalized cannabis, what a time we live in.”
Cannabis-infused beverage company Cann, which hit the market back in 1999 and is backed by celebrities including Gwyneth Paltrow, Rosario Dawson, and Rebel Wilson, has some 4/20-timed discounts for its "social tonics."
Flavors include Ginger Lemongrass, Grapefruit Rosemary, Blood Orange Cardamom and Lemon Lavender. You can get up to 30% off and a free 8-ounce six-pack when you order by Sunday, April 21.
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Another THC product is sweedies mood rings, which deliver a low dose of hemp-infused THC for an advertised "gentle mood-boosting, giggly effect in 15 minutes." Each pouch of mood rings has a serving of 10 gummies, collectively for 5 milligrams each of THC and CBD. Available in two-packs of pouches ($21) or a six-pack ($54), but for the rest of the month get 15% off using the code TODAY15.
If you're game for some action in the hugely popular Call of Duty video game, comedic stoners Cheech and Chong are available now as playable characters in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, Call of Duty: Warzone and Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile.
To play as Cheech and Chong, you can buy the bundle for 3,000 Call of Duty Points, which allows you to play as both across all three titles. By the way, within that, there's also a new Snoop Dogg playable skin.
Hunger pangs historically accompany pot intake. So many eateries and brands cater to 4/20 celebrants with specials – you can take advantage of them whether you partake or pass. Already, Jimmy John's is pushing its Deliciously Dope Dime Bag, which for some buyers will include a rolling tray.
Here's some. Remember to check social media for deals promoted by local businesses, too.
Popeyes also has a deal should you have the munchies. Through Saturday, April 20, the chain has a Munchies Menu with its chicken sandwich (choose from Classic, Spicy, Blackened or Spicy Blackened), priced at $4.20 (about half the regular price). Also on the menu: Cajun Fries, Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes and more.
Through Sunday, April 21, Wingstop is serving up its Hot Box, with chicken dishes "sauced-and-tossed" with the restaurant chain's limited-time T.H.C. (The Hot Chili) Rub flavor, a zesty mix of chili peppers, herbs and spices.
The meal comes with your choice of a chicken sandwich, eight-piece classic or boneless wings or three-piece chicken tenders, all seasoned with the T.H.C. Rub – plus fries, a 20-ounce drink and a side of ranch dressing. You can order the meal on Wingstop.com or the Wingstop app, while supplies last.
"Our fans count on Wingstop to deliver flavor when cravings hit, and 4/20 is no different," said Melissa Cash, Wingstop's chief brand officer, in a statement. "This year, we're bringing back the Wingstop Hot Box, with a bold new flavor that elevates any experience during this special day."
Get a free 10-piece order of Saucy Nuggets at KFC on Saturday when you spend $10 or more on KFC.com or the KFC app.
If you in Los Angeles, you can visit the KFC Saucy Nuggets Dispensary and try the chain's five different varieties of sauced nuggets (Honey Sriracha, Korean BBQ, Sticky Chicky Sweet ‘n Sour, Nashville Hot and Georgia Gold).
The Venice Beach popup, which is open from noon to 6 p.m. PST, will have comedian Niles Abston and “saucier” Ian Fujimoto on guide guests "through the immersive experience," KFC says. Guests may also get limited-edition KFC merch while supplies last.
Philadelphia-headquartered Insomnia Cookies is serving up some special 4/20 treats and some holiday deals, too. Special, new limited-edition menu items include Strawberry Cornbread Filled Deluxe cookies and Walking Cookie Tacos, a dozen Mini cookies in a snackable to-go bag with a choice of one candy topping and one drizzle – a new option is Mike’s Hot Honey.
Then, through Sunday, April 21, you can get a free classic cookie with any $5 purchase in stores when you show the Insomnia Cookies App or online with any in-app delivery. Or bring a canned, packaged, or sealed food item to donate into the store (within a best-by date at least as good as a fresh cookie) and get a classic cookie free (with no purchase; food items will be donated to local food banks.)
Also, all weekend you can get $4.20 off 12-packs of cookies when using the code HAPPY420.
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The Denver-based chain Smashburger has a 4/20 special on Saturday: Four Classic Smash Singles for $20.
The offer is available via the Smashburger website, app and in stores (only applies to beef, no other protein).
Members of &Pizza's Dead Presidents loyalty program will get special 4/20-themed one-time use coupons dropped into their app, including $4.20 off orders of $20 or more on Friday and $4.20 pies all day with free &pizza rolling papers on Saturday.
The chain, with more than 50 locations, also has a new Munchies Bundle, which includes four menu items (1 Pie, 1 Knot, 1 Drink, 1 Dessert) for $20, no coupon needed.
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings has a special for those with a hunger on Saturday: a $9 order of spaghetti and meatballs with the purchase of a beverage.
Get free churros on Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. local time with any entrée purchase at Bubbakoo’s Burritos.
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BurgerFi has a dine-in Jumbo Chicken Wings special on Saturday: four orders (five wings per order) for just $20. Flavors include: Seasoned Original, Frank's RedHot Buffalo, or Memphis Sweet BBQ , all served with Ranch or Blue Cheese dipping sauce. (Guests must mention the offer at the register to get the deal; one redemption per check.)
All locations of the cannabis-themed Cheba Hut restaurant chain will have $4.20 4-inch "Nug" sub sandwiches on Saturday. With any purchase, you also get a free Cheba Hut-4/20 branded-Frisbee with any Nug purchase.
On Saturday, get an original Fatburger for $4.20 when you order on the Fatburger website. (Not valid on in-store or third-party delivery purchases. Offer valid at participating locations only; no substitutions or add-ons.)
Then for the rest of the month, when you order on the website get a free shake with your next order (must redeem by May 15).
Gopuff delivery service teamed up with Ben & Jerry's for a 4/20 special: Ben & Jerry’s ice cream pints for $4.20 all day on Saturday. If you are a member of Gopuff's FAM subscription service ($7.99 monthly), you can get a $1 pint of Ben & Jerry's Half Baked at 4:20 p.m. (limit 1 per order).
Austin, Texas-based Hopdoddy Burger Bar has a special Wake & Bake Bowl and Creamsicle Shake available at its more than 40 locations through Sunday, April 21. The Wake & Bake Bowl layers seasoned fries, queso, salsa verde, jalapeno ranch, chopped bacon, pickled jalapenos and cilantro beneath a sunny-side up egg.
Fast-food chain Krystal, with more than 170 locations across the U.S., has a 4/20 special running through Sunday: Get $4 off on online and mobile orders of $20 or more (use the code MUNCHIE at checkout; offer is valid for both pickup and delivery orders at participating locations). Check out www.Krystal.com for more information on Krystal's offer.
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Pokeworks, based in Irvine, California, with more than 60 locations, has free delivery through Sunday, April 21, for the 4/20 celebration. (No minimum order required; offer valid at participating locations.)
Members of Smoothie King's Healthy Rewards loyalty program can get 420 bonus points on Saturday, April 20, on any order made through the Smoothie King app.
Dallas-based Twin Peaks, which has about 115 locations, is celebrating National Munchies Day on Saturday with a free appetizer with any purchase. You can choose from Mozzarella Cheese Bites, Fried Pickles or Chipotle Queso & Chips. Also available: the restaurant's Liquid Marijuana Shot and Cocktail.
Members of White Castle's Craver Nation loyalty program can get a buy-one, get-one-free deal for an Impossible Slider in the White Castle app on Saturday, April 20.
Contributing: Emily DeLetter, Amaris Encinas and Anna Kaufman.
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