4 Virginia dispensaries for medical marijuana patients to shop at

Since becoming the first southern state to legalize the consumption of marijuana in 2021, a number of dispensaries have been opening up shop around Virginia. Although recreational weed sales are still not legal, the dispensaries are catering to medical marijuana users.

To shop at one of these dispensaries, a written certification from a qualified practitioner is needed. The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority offers guidance on how to become a medical marijuana patient here.

Once you’ve obtained your certification, consider shopping at one of these four dispensaries with locations throughout the Commonwealth: 

RISE Cannabis

RISE Cannabis has six Virginia locations that offer marijuana to Virginia medical cannabis patients looking for everyday relief. It sells a range of high and low-potency THC and CBD products — including flower, vapes, and edibles from brands like RHYTHM and Good Green — that are good for both beginners and cannabis connoisseurs. 

RISE offers a free membership that allows customers to earn points that are redeemable toward future purchases. A point is earned for every dollar spent. Be sure to check out the current deals, like buy two get one free. Additionally, veterans and seniors who are 65+ receive a 10% discount. 

A medication card is needed for all patients. 

RISE has six locations:

• RISE Dispensary Abington – 26864 Watauga Rd. Abingdon, VA 24211
• RISE Dispensary Bristol – 780 Gate City Hwy. Bristol, VA 24201
• RISE Dispensary Christiansburg – 1675 Roanoke St. Christiansburg, VA 24073
• RISE Dispensary Danville – 816 W. Main St. Danville, VA 24541
• RISE Dispensary Lynchburg –  3219 Old Forest Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501
• RISE Dispensary Salem – 1634 West Main St. Salem VA 24153

Photo courtesy of Aila Boyd.

Beyond Hello Cannabis Dispensary

Beyond Hello Cannabis Dispensary believes in helping, serving, questioning, and being deliberate, intentional, and fully focused on its customers. It has what it describes as trained and experienced staff who will make you feel comfortable and welcome whether it’s your first time or you’re a regular customer. Products sold include cannabis flower, concentrates, cartridges, tinctures, topicals, capsules, pulls, and other ancillary items. 

Regulars should consider signing up for the rewards program, which gives you access to personalized deals and offers. Additionally, rewards points accrue for every dollar you spend. 

Importantly, new patients receive a 20% discount off their purchase. Additional discounts include 25% off for seniors 62+ on Sundays, 10% off for seniors Monday through Saturday, 10% off for military members and veterans, and 10% for active college/university students and faculty. 

Customers need to present a written certification from a qualified practitioner in order to shop at the dispensaries. 

Beyond Hello has six Virginia locations:

• Alexandria, VA Dispensary – 5902 Richmond Hwy. Alexandria, VA 22303
• Arlington, VA Dispensary –  2701 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201
• Fairfax, VA Dispensary – 10521 Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax, VA 22030
• Manassas, VA Dispensary –  8100 Albertstone Cir. Manassas, VA 20109
• Sterling, VA Dispensary – 21290 Windmill Parc Dr. Sterling, VA 20166
• Woodbridge, VA Dispensary – 14400 Smoketown Rd. Woodbridge, VA 22192

Photo courtesy of Beyond / Hello VA via Facebook.

gLeaf

gLeaf is a dispensary that sells flower, pre-rolls, vapes, extract, edibles, tinctures, and topicals. Be sure to look out for the gLeaf brand, as well as various discounts. 

Consider enrolling in the loyalty point program. You earn a point for every dollar spent. A total of 100 points equals a $5 reward. It also has a 10% discount for seniors 65+, active military and veterans, and Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income, and Social Security Disability Insurance recipients. 

New patients need a certification for medical cannabis to pre-register with gLeaf, and then have a consultation with an in-store pharmacist before their first purchase. 

gLeaf has three Virginia locations:

• gLeaf Manchester – 2804 Decatur St. Building 30 Richmond, VA 23224
• gLeaf Short Pump – 11190 W. Broad St. Glen Allen, VA 23060
• gLeaf Colonial Heights – 401 Southpark Blvd. Colonial Heights, VA 23834

Cannabist

Cannabist says that it’s passionate about creating a space where all are welcome and only the best products are on the shelves. In selling its products, it follows three simple principles: a higher standard, a higher knowledge, and a higher calling.

A higher standard means that it focuses on providing better products and services. A higher knowledge means that its team members are constantly learning so that they can help guide their customers. A higher calling means that it wants to inspire those who walk through its doors to explore the world of cannabis and what it can do for one’s pain and spirit. 

Some of the products it sells include Hedy cannabis-infused edibles and Classix flower, pre-rolls, and vapes.

Patients must bring a medication certification and a Virginia driver’s license or photo ID along with proof of a Virginia residency. 

Cannabist has six Virginia locations:

• Cannabist Carytown – 3100 W Cary St. Richmond VA 23221
• Cannabist Hampton – 2400 Cunningham Dr. Suite 600 Hampton, VA 23666
• Cannabist Norfolk – 7635 a Granby St. Norfolk, VA 23505
• Cannabist Suffolk – 1238 Holland Rd. Suite 111 Suffolk, VA 23434
• Cannabist Virginia Beach – 535 N Birdneck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23451
• Cannabist Williamsburg – 409 Bypass Rd. Williamsburg, VA 23185

Photo courtesy of Cannabist via Facebook.

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