Kansas City has 23 dispensaries licensed by the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR). Anyone 21 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID can buy, including visitors from other states, and all 23 stores also serve registered medical patients. Every one of these stores is on the Missouri side of the state line: Kansas has not legalized cannabis for any use, so there are no legal dispensaries in Kansas City, Kansas, or anywhere else in that state.
Kansas City ties St. Louis for the most dispensaries of any Missouri city, and its stores are spread across three counties, from Westport and the Crossroads down to Red Bridge and up through the Northland. Prices and menus compete hard here, and the review counts show it: several shops have more than 2,000 public Google reviews, a number most Missouri towns never reach.
All 23 Licensed Dispensaries in Kansas City, MO
Most stores sit south of the Missouri River in Jackson County, in a band that runs from the 64106 and 64108 ZIP codes near downtown through Midtown (64111) and down Wornall Road and Ward Parkway (64114). North of the river, seven stores serve the Northland in Clay and Platte counties, mostly on NE Vivion Road and NW Barry Road.
Downtown, Westside and Midtown: From The Earth on McGee Street is a few blocks from the Power and Light District, and From The Earth Westside is on Southwest Boulevard. In 64111, The Forest is on Westport Road, Good Day Farm is on West 39th Street, Local Cannabis is on West 45th Street and Fresh Karma is on East Linwood Boulevard. From The Earth on Troost Avenue covers 64110.
South Kansas City: Four stores line the 64114 corridor: Clovr and Proper Cannabis on Wornall Road, Dream Leaf on Ward Parkway and From The Earth on West 103rd Street. Farther south and east are Codes Cannabis on East Red Bridge Road, Greenlight on East Bannister Road, Key Cannabis on Prospect Avenue and Greenlight on Madison Avenue in 64145. Key Cannabis on East Front Street is the lone store in 64120, on the east side near the river.
Northland: In Clay County, Key Cannabis and Natures Med are both on NE Vivion Road, and Verts is on North Church Road. On the Platte County side, Codes Cannabis on NW Barry Road and Swade Cannabis share NW Barry Road, while Sunrise and KC Canna are on NW Prairie View Road. These Barry Road and Prairie View stores are the nearest ones if you are heading to or from Kansas City International Airport.
Best Kansas City Dispensaries for Every Need
Picked from public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: From The Earth Westside (4.9 stars, about 3,800 reviews), From The Earth on Troost (4.9, about 2,000) and KC Canna (4.9, about 680).
- Most reviewed: From The Earth Westside, then Fresh Karma (about 3,500) and Greenlight on Madison Avenue (about 2,800).
- Open latest: From The Earth on McGee Street and West 103rd Street stay open until midnight, and the Westside store until 11 p.m.
- Open earliest: Most Kansas City stores open at 8 a.m., including Clovr, Dream Leaf and Good Day Farm.
- Close early: Key Cannabis on Prospect closes at 8 p.m., the earliest in the city.
- Medical patients: all 23 stores serve card holders, so a patient can shop anywhere on this list.
Visiting a Dispensary in Kansas City: ID, Payment and Hours
Bring an unexpired government-issued photo ID; a driver's license from Kansas, Iowa or any other state works, as does a passport. Missouri sets no statewide closing time, so each store picks its own hours, and in Kansas City that usually means 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Plan to pay with cash or debit, since card options vary by store, and ask before you rely on a credit card.
Kansas City and Missouri Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Adults may buy up to 3 ounces of dried marijuana, or the equivalent in edibles, vapes and concentrates, in a single transaction, and may possess up to 3 ounces. Smoking in a public place carries a civil penalty of up to $100, so the Plaza sidewalks, Loose Park and the River Market are off limits; private property with the owner's permission is the safe choice. Driving while impaired is illegal, and for adults the state must prove actual impairment rather than just the presence of THC.
The state line is the rule that catches people most often in this metro. Carrying cannabis from a Kansas City, Missouri, store across State Line Road into Kansas is taking it into a state where it is illegal, and the TSA at Kansas City International Airport refers cannabis found at screening to police. Our Missouri marijuana law guide covers possession, home grows and penalties, and our state-by-state law pages explain the rules across the river.
Cannabis Taxes in Kansas City
Kansas City voters approved a 3% city tax on adult-use marijuana in April 2023, and the Missouri Department of Revenue's rate table for October to December 2026 still lists that 3% for the Kansas City portions of Jackson, Clay, Platte and Cass counties. It sits on top of Missouri's 6% state tax on adult-use sales and the regular sales tax, which varies with the store's address because some shopping districts add their own. Medical purchases are taxed at 4% instead, and your receipt itemizes each line. For how prices here compare with other states, see our 2026 cannabis price guide.
Medical Marijuana in Kansas City
A Missouri patient card lets you buy up to 6 ounces of dried marijuana or its equivalent every 30 days, pay the lower 4% tax and shop under 21 with physician or nurse practitioner certification. Cards are valid for three years.
Dispensaries Near Kansas City
- Dispensaries in Independence: 4 stores just east along US 24 and US 40.
- Dispensaries in Lee's Summit: 4 stores southeast on US 50.
- Dispensaries in Grandview: 1 store south on US 71.
- Dispensaries in Liberty: 2 stores north in Clay County.
- Dispensaries in Blue Springs: 2 stores east on I-70.
- Dispensaries in Platte City: 2 stores past the airport on I-29.
Browse the rest of the state on our Missouri dispensary directory.
Kansas City Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Kansas City?
In Kansas City, Missouri, yes: adults 21 and older can buy from any licensed dispensary. In Kansas City, Kansas, no, because Kansas has not legalized cannabis.
How many dispensaries are in Kansas City?
23 licensed stores, tied with St. Louis for the most in Missouri. Independence, Lee's Summit and Liberty add more in the suburbs.
Can tourists buy weed in Kansas City?
Yes. Missouri has no residency rule, so any adult 21 or older with a valid photo ID can buy up to 3 ounces per transaction. Just do not take it home across a state line.
Can I buy weed in Missouri and bring it back to Kansas?
No. Cannabis is illegal in Kansas, and crossing any state line with it is illegal even when both stores and buyers are legal at home.
What time do dispensaries close in Kansas City?
Most close at 10 p.m. From The Earth on McGee Street and on West 103rd Street stay open until midnight.
Do Kansas City dispensaries take cards?
Debit is common and cash always works. Credit card acceptance depends on the store, so call ahead.
How much can I buy at a Kansas City dispensary?
Up to 3 ounces of flower or its equivalent per transaction. Registered patients can buy 6 ounces every 30 days.
Where can I smoke weed in Kansas City?
On private property, and only with the owner's blessing. Smoking in parks, on sidewalks or at the stadiums is public use, with a fine of up to $100.
Can I get weed delivered in Kansas City?
Missouri allows licensed dispensaries to deliver, but not every store offers it. Check the store's own site for its delivery area.
What is the best dispensary in Kansas City?
By Google ratings, From The Earth Westside, From The Earth on Troost and KC Canna lead at 4.9 stars. See the ratings list above for the rest.
Which Kansas City dispensary is closest to the airport?
The Platte County stores on NW Barry Road and NW Prairie View Road, such as Swade Cannabis and Sunrise, are the nearest to KCI. Cannabis is not allowed through airport security.
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How we build this list: Store names, addresses and license numbers come from the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation's list of licensed dispensaries. Ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. We refresh the list monthly and drop stores whose licenses lapse.