Dayton has 9 dispensaries licensed by the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. Adults 21 and up may buy with a valid photo ID issued by any state or the federal government, so travelers and out-of-state students qualify. Each of the 9 stores also serves registered patients. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, just east of the city, is federal property, and cannabis stays illegal there no matter what Ohio allows.
Dayton's market is spread along the city's main radial roads rather than packed downtown. Wayne Avenue has two stores, Germantown Street and West Third Street cover the west side, Salem Avenue, Keowee Street and Needmore Road cover the north, and single stores sit on Patterson Road and Airway Road. Several have well over 1,000 Google reviews, and nearly all open by 9 a.m.
All 9 Licensed Dispensaries in Dayton, OH
Every store is in Montgomery County. The 45410 ZIP along Wayne Avenue and the 45417 ZIP on the west side have two stores each; the others are one per ZIP, from 45404 and 45406 in the north to 45419 in the south and 45431 in the east.
Wayne Avenue and the south: Cannabist is at 333 Wayne Avenue close to downtown, and Guaranteed Dispensary is farther out at 1910 Wayne Avenue. Certified Dispensary is on Patterson Road in 45419.
West Dayton: Green Releaf is on Germantown Street and Farmaceutical RX is on West Third Street, both in 45417.
North Dayton: Off the Charts is on Salem Avenue, FRX Dayton Dispensary is on North Keowee Street and Pure Ohio Wellness is on Needmore Road.
East side: Ayr Dispensary is on Airway Road in 45431, the closest Dayton store to Wright-Patterson and to Riverside.
Best Dayton Dispensaries for Every Need
Drawn from public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated: Green Releaf (4.7 stars, about 1,450 reviews), then Ayr Dispensary (4.6, about 1,150) and Off the Charts (4.6, about 500).
- Most reviewed: Pure Ohio Wellness on Needmore Road, with about 1,600 reviews and a 4.4 rating.
- Open latest: Ayr Dispensary closes at 10 p.m.; the other rated stores close at 9 p.m.
- Open earliest: Most rated stores open at 9 a.m. Pure Ohio Wellness opens at 10 a.m.
Cannabist on Wayne Avenue and Farmaceutical RX on West Third Street have no public ratings or hours on file, so confirm by phone.
Visiting a Dispensary in Dayton: ID, Payment and Hours
Passports and any state's driver's license or ID card work as proof of age, as long as they show your birth date and are not expired. Service members should know that holding a legal ID and buying legally under Ohio law does not change military rules on drug use. Pay with cash or debit; ask before relying on a credit card. To pick products, see our strain guides and Cannabis 101.
Dayton and Ohio Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
A Dayton store may sell one adult-use customer up to 2.5 ounces of dried flower and 15,000 milligrams of total THC in other products in a single day. You may possess 2.5 ounces of plant material and 15 grams of concentrate. Only Ohio-licensed or homegrown cannabis is legal to have.
Consumption is legal only on private property used chiefly as a home or a farm. RiverScape, the bike trails and downtown streets are public, and lighting up there is a minor misdemeanor. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and other federal property ban cannabis outright. In a vehicle, opened cannabis belongs in the trunk or behind the last upright seat, and impaired drivers face OVI charges. Read our full Ohio marijuana laws guide for penalties.
Cannabis Taxes in Dayton
Ohio adds a 10% excise to adult-use sales, and Montgomery County sales tax applies on top. There is no Dayton cannabis tax, because the state forbids local marijuana taxes. Patients pay sales tax but no excise. Check our 2026 price comparison to see where Ohio lands.
Medical Marijuana in Dayton
Dayton patients need a certified physician's recommendation for a qualifying condition, and a registration that renews yearly. Medical buyers pay less tax and can purchase far more per day than adult-use shoppers, up to 10 ounces of plant material, within a 90-day supply limit.
Dispensaries Near Dayton
- Dispensaries in Springfield: 3 stores east on I-70.
- Dispensaries in Piqua: 2 stores north on I-75.
- Dispensaries in Middletown: 2 stores south on I-75.
- Dispensaries in Monroe: 4 stores past Middletown.
- Dispensaries in Lebanon: 1 store southeast in Warren County.
Find more towns on the Ohio dispensary directory.
Dayton Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Dayton?
Yes. Ohio allows adults 21 and older to buy and possess cannabis, and Dayton has licensed stores across the city.
How many dispensaries are in Dayton?
9 licensed stores, the fourth most of any Ohio city.
Can I use weed if I work at Wright-Patterson?
Not on base, which is federal property. Military members and many federal workers also face employer rules that Ohio law does not override.
Can tourists buy weed in Dayton?
Yes, with valid government photo ID showing they are 21 or older.
What time do Dayton dispensaries close?
Most at 9 p.m. Ayr Dispensary on Airway Road stays open until 10 p.m.
Do Dayton dispensaries take cards?
Debit usually works and cash always does. Credit card acceptance varies.
How much can I buy in Dayton?
Up to 2.5 ounces of flower and 15,000 milligrams of THC in other products per day.
Where can I smoke weed in Dayton?
On private residential or farm property only. Parks, trails and sidewalks are public places.
Can I get weed delivered in Dayton?
No for adult use. Ohio law limits delivery to registered medical patients and caregivers.
What is the best dispensary in Dayton?
Green Releaf on Germantown Street has the best Google rating, 4.7 stars with about 1,450 reviews.
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How we build this list: Dayton stores appear here only if the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control lists them as licensed dispensaries; names, addresses and license numbers come from that list. Ratings, review counts and hours are taken from public Google Maps data and refreshed monthly.