Medical Certification Required - No Recreational Sales
Virginia has NO recreational dispensaries. Medical certification is required to purchase.
Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond has gLeaf dispensary location(s). Medical certification required to purchase.
Richmond is home to gLeaf dispensary location(s). Virginia has approximately 23 licensed medical dispensaries statewide operated by 4 companies. Medical certification is REQUIRED - there are no recreational sales in Virginia.
Virginia Dispensary Info
Virginia Dispensary Operators
Virginia has 4 licensed pharmaceutical processors operating approximately 23 dispensary locations.
RISE
Dharma Pharmaceuticals
Locations:
Abingdon, Bristol, Christiansburg, Danville, Lynchburg, Salem
gLeaf
Green Leaf Medical
Locations:
Colonial Heights, Richmond, Short Pump
Cannabist
Columbia Care
Locations:
Carytown, Hampton, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg
Beyond Hello
Jushi Holdings
Locations:
Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Manassas, Sterling, Woodbridge
Products Available at Virginia Dispensaries
Virginia allows ALL forms of medical cannabis - flower, edibles, concentrates, and more.
Purchase Limits: 4 oz flower per 30 days or 90-day supply of other products
How to Purchase at Virginia Dispensaries
Get Your Medical Certification
Complete a telehealth consultation with a Virginia-licensed practitioner. No qualifying conditions required.
Bring Certification + ID
Your written certification (on your phone is fine) plus your Virginia ID is all you need. State card is optional.
Shop and Purchase
Browse the full menu of flower, edibles, vapes, and more. Many dispensaries also offer delivery.
Dispensary FAQs for Richmond Residents
Are there medical marijuana dispensaries in Richmond, Virginia?
Yes! Richmond has gLeaf dispensary location(s). Virginia has approximately 23 licensed dispensaries across the state.
Can I buy recreational marijuana at Virginia dispensaries?
No. Virginia has NO recreational dispensaries. While recreational possession is legal (up to 1 oz), there is NO legal way to purchase cannabis without a medical certification. Medical certification is required to buy from any Virginia dispensary.
What do I need to purchase at a Virginia dispensary?
You need: 1) A written certification from a Virginia-licensed practitioner, and 2) A valid Virginia ID. The state-issued medical card ($50) is optional - your certification + ID is sufficient.
What products are available at Virginia dispensaries?
Virginia dispensaries sell flower, pre-rolls, vape cartridges, concentrates, edibles (gummies, chocolates), tinctures, topicals, capsules, and RSO. All product forms are allowed in Virginia.
How much can I buy at a Virginia dispensary?
Medical patients can purchase up to 4 ounces of flower per 30 days, or a 90-day supply of other products. This is significantly more than the 1-oz recreational possession limit.
Do Virginia dispensaries offer delivery to Richmond?
Many Virginia dispensaries offer delivery services. Check with dispensaries in the Central VA region for delivery availability to Richmond.
What dispensary brands operate in Virginia?
Virginia has 4 main dispensary operators: RISE (Southwest VA), gLeaf (Central VA), Cannabist (Hampton Roads), and Beyond Hello (Northern VA). Together they operate approximately 23 locations.
Why are there no recreational dispensaries in Virginia?
Although recreational possession became legal in 2021, retail sales were vetoed by Governor Youngkin. Until a new law is passed, medical dispensaries are the only legal way to purchase cannabis in Virginia.
Dispensary Information for Nearby Cities
Need Your Virginia Medical Certification?
Medical certification is required to purchase at any Virginia dispensary. There are no recreational sales - get certified online from Richmond today.
Get Certified OnlineLast Updated: December 2024 • Virginia Cannabis Control Authority