How to Meet 420-Friendly Singles (21+)

If you have ever wondered how to meet 420-friendly singles without awkward guessing on every date, you are not alone. For a lot of cannabis users, the hardest part of dating is not chemistry. It is finding out where someone stands before you get attached. The good news is that there are more ways than ever to meet people who share your lifestyle, or who simply do not mind it. This guide is for adults 21 and over, where cannabis is legal.

What "420-friendly" really means

420-friendly does not have to mean "smokes every day." It is a big, welcoming tent. It includes:

Regular and occasional recreational users.
Medical cannabis patients.
People who stick to CBD.
Non-users who honestly do not care if their partner partakes.

Knowing that helps you cast a wider net. Your perfect match might not use at all, but might be completely relaxed about it. That is what you are really looking for: someone who will not judge you.

Be clear about what you want

Before you start looking, think about your own must-haves:

Do you want a partner who partakes with you, or is "does not mind" enough?
How important is cannabis to your day-to-day life? Be honest.
Are there things you would not want, like smoke in a shared home?
What matters more to you than cannabis? (Hint: a lot of things should.)

Clear answers make it easier to recognize a good match when you meet one. They also keep you from writing off great people too fast. Someone who never touches cannabis but laughs at your jokes, shares your values and respects your choices may be a far better fit than someone who just happens to share your favorite strain.

Where to meet 420-friendly singles in person

Look for places where relaxed, open-minded people already gather:

Cannabis-friendly events, where legal. Look for social events, classes and festivals for adults 21 and over that follow local laws.
Licensed consumption lounges, in places where they operate. Social settings make conversation easier.
Interest groups that skew laid-back. Hiking clubs, music scenes, art classes, yoga, cooking classes and comedy nights.
Concerts and festivals. Shared music taste is a great conversation starter.
Friends of friends. Let your circle know you are single and what you are looking for. Personal introductions are underrated.
Cannabis-friendly speed dating. More on that below.

How to meet 420-friendly singles online

Online dating can work well if you set it up right:

Use the cannabis field. Many apps let you list your cannabis preference. Fill it in honestly.
Mention it lightly in your bio. "420-friendly, dog-obsessed, makes excellent tacos" says it without making it your whole personality.
Try a cannabis-friendly dating site. A site built for 420-friendly singles means everyone already knows where everyone stands.
Show your whole self. Photos of your hobbies, friends and adventures attract people who want the full you.
Stay safe. Meet in public, tell a friend, and get yourself there and home without driving impaired.

Our own online option is My420Love, a dating site for cannabis-friendly singles 21 and over. It puts love first and 420 second. You can learn more on our My420Love page.

What to say when you meet someone

Lead with the person, not the plant. Ask about their weekend, their favorite music, what they are excited about. Give a sincere, specific compliment about something they chose. When cannabis comes up, keep it easy: "Are you a 420-friendly person, or more of a no-thanks?" Then listen and respect the answer, whatever it is.

A few more easy openers that work in 420-friendly settings: "What got you into this event?" "What music are you listening to lately?" "What is your perfect lazy Sunday?" Each one invites a story, and stories are where chemistry starts.

Dawn teaches a short lesson on engaging and complimenting at the start of every speed dating night. You can read about the compliment method on our learn how to date page.

Keep it safe and legal

Adults 21 and over only, where cannabis is legal.
Follow local laws and venue rules on where anyone can consume.
Never drive high, and plan rides ahead of time.
If you try something new, start low and go slow. This is not medical advice.
Never pressure anyone, and respect partners who do not use.

Meet your smokin' mate in Las Vegas

420 SpeedDating is our cannabis-friendly speed dating in Las Vegas for adults 21 and over, with a valid ID. It exists to connect people who use cannabis and are tired of being judged with people who honestly could not care less. Recreational, medical, CBD only, or none at all, you are welcome, and nobody has to explain themselves. Smoking is never required, nobody is ever handed anything at our events, and every date lasts 4 minutes and 20 seconds.

New dates are coming soon. Register free to hear the moment one is set, and read more about 420 dating in Las Vegas.

Your turn

What is one place, online or in person, where you could meet 420-friendly singles this month, and will you say yes to going?

Keep the love going

This article first appeared on 420 Speed Dating, part of The Love Effect family of sites.