How to Celebrate 420 Ultimate Guide
Every April 20th, stoners from around the world get together to celebrate the plant we all know and love: Mary Jane. 4/20 is a holiday that comes around once a year so, it's only right to celebrate with a re-up at the dispo and a fat smoke sesh that would make Cheech & Chong proud. However, there are tons of other fun stoner activities that you can partake in between bong rips this holiday. Let's dive into the history of 420, how it all started, and our expert tips on how to celebrate 420 in 2024!
What is 420?
"420" is a code word commonly used to refer to the consumption of cannabis. It is also associated with the time 4:20 and the date April 20th, a day of celebration for cannabis culture that is now an internationally recognized holiday. Once a discreet means of connection among stoners, "420" now unites people from diverse backgrounds, transcending stigmas and fostering camaraderie among cannabis enthusiasts worldwide!
How Did 420 Start?
Today, 420 is an international holiday for smoking marijuana but, let's talk about how it all started. Back in the ’70s, weed was becoming an extremely popular after-school activity. It actually became such an honored after-school tradition for five high schoolers in San Rafael, California known as "The Waldos," that they started to meet up every day at precisely 4:20. This was the birth of the term and the start of a movement from stoner to stoner as an underground code for getting baked, igniting a cultural phenomenon.
What to Do on 420: Best 420 Activities
No matter if this is your first 420 or you are a seasoned cannabis connoisseur, figuring out how to celebrate 420 right can be a challenge. This guide will help you prepare with epic things to do on 4/20 so you can have the best day ever!
Clean Your Gear for Takeoff
Spring cleaning isn’t just for your house! If you can’t remember the last time you cleaned your favorite smoking utensil, it's seriously time to prep your gear before the big day. We suggest ordering some Ooze Resolution Gel Glass Cleaner and deep cleaning your pieces for the most important sesh of the year. Planning on using your vape on 420 too? Grab some Ooze Resolution Micro Swabs which are pre-soaked with alcohol to get stubborn build-up and resin out of the tightest crevices in your vape devices. After you're done cleaning, you and your smoking buddies will be so happy every time you take a clean hit!
Hit the Dispo & Restock Your Secret Stash
It's a no-brainer that you should start preparing for 420 by hitting the dispensary and pick up some fun new strains. If you aren’t sure what you are looking for and want to try something new, read our Top 5 Strains for 420 Month blog to find the perfect one for your unique preferences. We also recommend checking Weedmaps to find the best 420 deals in your area.
Shout-out to our Michigan stoner crew: check out OozeX products now available in stores all over the state! We offer cartridges, disposables, extracts, and pre-rolls at tons of dispo locations. Each strain is sure to get you lifted and is a special treat for your mind, body and taste buds on 420.
Host a 420 Party
If you like to be the hostess with the mostest, 420 is the perfect time to invite all your friends over for a fun day of stoner debauchery. Decorate your place with 420 party supplies like themed balloons or plates and napkins. We recommend serving a variety of the best stoner snacks and drinks for guests that get the munchies. Don’t forget to hit the dispo for some pre-rolls to hand out to your guests during the festivities!
Stop Cottonmouth in Its Tracks
Cottonmouth sucks and is going to happen after a few hits if you don’t prepare properly for your sesh. If you want to avoid feeling like Spongebob in Sandy's dome without water, make sure your smoke circle stays hydrated. For other pro tips for stopping cottonmouth, we highly recommend reading our How to Combat Cottonmouth guide before you sit down and spark up.
Set the Mood With a Fire 420 Playlist
Did you know that music sounds better when you're high? According to Neuroscience Professor Daniel Levitin, listening to music with a marijuana buzz produces feelings of euphoria and can make you feel more connected to the music. To celebrate 420 right, we recommend putting on your favorite music so you can vibe out during your sesh. If you need some recommendations, here is our Ooze 420 Spotify Playlist! It's got 67 songs and 4 hours 20 minutes of classic stoner bangers that will instantly bring the perfect vibe to your sesh.
Learn a New Smoke Trick
If you want to impress your smoking circle, learn how to do some fun smoke tricks! Your friends will be amazed at your skills and it will be a fun activity to teach during the sesh. We even created a step-by-step guide to show you How to do Vape Tricks Like a Pro.
Pro Tip: Our C-Core collection is perfect for vape tricks. These sub-ohm devices are designed to give you the best clouds ever so, we highly recommend grabbing a new piece so you can practice your tricks with the similar vape clouds you would get from a box mod.
Win Some Stoner Games
If your crew is feeling extra adventurous this 420, we suggest hosting your own Stoner Games! We have tons of fun group activities that will make your 420 parties lit af. With games like a joint rolling competition and a lighter scavenger hunt, you can’t go wrong!
Make Marijuana Edibles & Cannabis Mocktails 420 Recipes
420 isn’t just for smoking. If you don’t smoke or would like to switch things up, make yourself some marijuana edibles and cannabis mocktails! Our 420 recipes are super delicious and easy to make at home. Learn How to Make Weed Cookies for a sweet dessert option or How to Make THC Infused Drinks for a great booze-less buzz. Either way, making these 420 recipes will make your day that much more special!
Pro-tip: Use your cashed weed to make edibles! Unfortunately burned weed won’t work for high-inducing snacks, but vaped weed does. Vaping cannabis actually does the decarbing process for you, which is one of the biggest tasks when making edibles from scratch. We love the Brink and Verge dry herb vaporizers for keeping cashed weed fresh until it’s ready to be used—again! Here’s how to make perfect edibles from vaped weed.
Have a High Movie Marathon: Best Stoner Movies for 4/20
Watching a movie high af is an honored tradition in the stoner community and it's only right to watch one of the classics to celebrate this holiday. We recommend watching one of your favorite stoner movies. Our personal favs are Pineapple Express, Up in Smoke, Dazed & Confused, The Big Lebowski, and Fast Times At Ridgemont High.
Order Some Stoner-Approved Takeout
You can’t have an amazing 420 without some amazing food. Ordering takeout for your 420 celebration is practically stoner law. We suggest grabbing your go-to order. If you don’t have one, it's safe to say that weed and pizza are a match made in heaven. If you live in southeast Michigan, check out our 10 Best Detroit Style Pizza Places for some stoner-approved pizza options!
Celebrate 420 in Style with a New Piece: 420 Gift Guide
It's only right to buy yourself or the stoner in your life a present on 420. We have tons of fun new pieces that are perfect for celebrating. Explore our curated 420 Gift Guide below for the ultimate stoner gift so you can sesh in style.
For Flower: Brink Dry Herb Vaporizer
Elevate your dry herb vaping experience with the Brink. This compact dry herb vaporizer harnesses the power of Nano-Glazed ceramic technology, ensuring each session is potent and efficient. As our first sub-ohm vaporizer for flower, it's the ideal gift for 420 so you can have a sesh like never before!
For Vaping: Twist Slim 2.0 Vape Pen
Upgrade your vaping game just in time for 420 with the Twist Slim Pen 2.0. This enhanced version of our best-selling vape pen boasts pulse wave technology, auto draw functionality, and dual charging capabilities. It's the perfect gift for anyone looking to celebrate the holiday on the go with their favorite cart!
For Concentrates: Duplex 2 Extract Vaporizer
Discover the pinnacle of versatility with the Duplex 2, our most innovative C-Core device yet! This upgraded edition of our beloved Duplex vaporizer offers three distinct vaping methods: hit a 510 oil cartridge, load a dab into the Onyx Atomizer, or indulge in the revolutionary C-Core XL Nectar Tip, transforming the device into a dab straw. It's the ultimate choice for those eager to experiment this April.
Celebrate 420 Responsibly
There you have it, your ultimate guide on how to celebrate 420 in style. Just remember to indulge responsibly! Should you or any of your friends find yourselves a bit too elevated, check out our helpful guide on 8 Ways to Sober Up When You're Too High. Now, make sure to have the best 420 ever!
