Fall River has 9 dispensaries licensed by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC). Any adult 21 or older with a valid government photo ID can buy, including visitors from Rhode Island, because Massachusetts has no residency rule. 2 stores also serve registered medical patients, and three stay open until 11 p.m.
Fall River has more licensed stores than any other community in Bristol County, and geography explains a lot of it. The city sits on the Rhode Island line, and Rhode Island had no adult-use stores until December 2022, so Fall River was the closest place to buy for many shoppers. Its stores still keep long hours, and two have more than 2,000 Google reviews each.
All 9 Licensed Dispensaries in Fall River, MA
Six of Fall River's nine stores are in the 02721 ZIP code in the south end; the other three are in 02720 and 02724. Hartwell Street has two stores, and New Leaf Enterprises runs two of its own.
South end (02721): Northeast Alternatives is on William South Canning Boulevard. New Leaf has New Leaf on South Main Street and New Leaf on Second Street. Stories Cannabis is at 160 Hartwell Street and The Agriculturalist is on Lewiston Street.
North and central Fall River (02720 and 02724): Cosmopolitan Dispensary is at 82 Hartwell Street and Aura Cannabis Company is on Airport Road. In 02724, Nature's Medicines is on Globe Street and Greener Leaf is, fittingly, on Rhode Island Avenue.
Best Fall River Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: New Leaf on South Main Street (4.9 stars, about 2,100 reviews), New Leaf on Second Street (4.9, about 780), Greener Leaf (4.9, about 480), The Agriculturalist (4.9, about 160) and Stories Cannabis (4.8, about 480).
- Most reviewed: Northeast Alternatives (4.7 stars, about 4,800 reviews), far ahead of the rest.
- Open earliest (8 a.m.): Seven of the nine stores, including Northeast Alternatives, Greener Leaf and both New Leaf locations.
- Open latest (11 p.m.): Both New Leaf stores and Stories Cannabis. The Agriculturalist keeps short 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. hours.
- Medical patients: Northeast Alternatives and Nature's Medicines.
Visiting a Dispensary in Fall River: ID, Payment and Hours
- ID: Bring a valid, unexpired government photo ID showing you are 21 or older. A Rhode Island or other out-of-state driver's license works, as does a passport.
- Hours: Cities and towns regulate store hours in Massachusetts. Fall River stores open between 8 and 11:30 a.m.
- Payment: Plan on cash or debit. Credit cards are rarely accepted.
Fall River and Massachusetts Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Since April 19, 2026, adults can buy up to 2 ounces of flower a day, or the equivalent in concentrates (10 grams of active THC) or edibles (1,000 mg of active THC). The limit is combined. Adults may carry 2 ounces and keep 10 ounces at home. See our Massachusetts marijuana laws guide.
- Public use: Using cannabis in a public place, including the waterfront, sidewalks and city parks, carries a civil fine of up to $100.
- Driving: Driving high is OUI. Keep opened packages in the trunk or a locked glove compartment.
- Rhode Island: Rhode Island has its own legal market, but carrying cannabis across any state line is illegal under federal law.
- Question 8: On November 3, 2026, voters decide whether to end adult-use sales. If it passes, stores would keep selling until January 1, 2028.
Cannabis Taxes in Fall River
Every adult-use sale carries the 10.75% state marijuana excise and the 6.25% state sales tax. Fall River's city council adopted the full 3% local option tax, so the total comes to 20% on top of the shelf price. Your receipt lists each tax. Registered patients pay none of these on medical marijuana. Our cannabis prices by state report shows how Massachusetts compares.
Medical Marijuana in Fall River
2 Fall River stores are licensed to serve patients in the CCC's medical program. Registration is free with a provider's certification, and a temporary registration is issued as soon as the CCC receives it.
Dispensaries Near Fall River
- Dispensaries in New Bedford: 3 stores east on I-195.
- Dispensaries in Fairhaven: 2 stores across New Bedford harbor.
- Dispensaries in Taunton: 6 stores north on Route 24.
- Dispensaries in Attleboro: 4 stores in northern Bristol County.
Browse every city on our Massachusetts dispensary directory.
Fall River Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Fall River?
Yes. Adults 21 and older can buy at licensed Fall River stores and use cannabis on private property where allowed.
How many dispensaries are in Fall River?
Fall River has 9 licensed dispensaries, the most in Bristol County.
Can Rhode Island residents buy weed in Fall River?
Yes, with a valid ID showing they are 21 or older. Taking it back across the state line is illegal under federal law.
What time do dispensaries close in Fall River?
As late as 11 p.m. at both New Leaf stores and Stories Cannabis. Most others close at 10 p.m.
Do Fall River dispensaries take cards?
Most take cash and debit. Credit cards are uncommon.
How much weed can I buy in Fall River?
Up to 2 ounces of flower a day, or the combined equivalent in concentrates and edibles.
Where can I smoke weed in Fall River?
Only on private property with the owner's permission. Parks, sidewalks, the waterfront and cars are off limits.
Can I get weed delivered in Fall River?
Only if a CCC-licensed delivery business serves your address, and not between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m.
What is the best dispensary in Fall River?
New Leaf on South Main Street has 4.9 stars on about 2,100 reviews, and Northeast Alternatives has the most reviews. See the ratings list above.
Is weed legal in Rhode Island too?
Yes. Rhode Island legalized adult use in 2022, and its retail sales began that December.
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How we build this list: Store names, addresses, license numbers and medical status come from the Cannabis Control Commission's list of licensed marijuana retailers and medical marijuana establishments. Ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. We refresh the list monthly and remove stores whose licenses are no longer active.