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Downtown and central Medford have 8 licensed dispensaries within about half a mile of each other. Emerald Triangle on East 10th Street is the most-reviewed store in Medford (800+ reviews), Budz Mart on South Central Avenue is the top rated (4.9★), and Wicked Flower Shop and Mr. Nice Guy face each other on East Jackson Street. Most open by 8 or 9 a.m.; Oregon Farmacy is closed on Sundays.

The Holly Theatre in downtown Medford — Downtown & central dispensaries, Medford, OR
The Holly Theatre in downtown Medford. Photo: Ian Poellet, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

These stores sit between Hawthorne Park and the south end of downtown, with three of them in one block of South Central Avenue near Rogue Community College’s Riverside campus. Recreational purchases inside Medford city limits carry Oregon’s 17% state tax plus the City of Medford’s 3% tax (Medford Code 8.3105), 20% in total; OMMP cardholders pay neither at medically endorsed stores.

Downtown and Central Medford Dispensaries at a Glance

Dispensary Known for Hours
Emerald Triangle Downtown Medford's most-reviewed dispensary, with a large selection, daily morning and evening happy hours and open-late hours 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day
Budz Mart Downtown's top-rated value shop, known for budget ounces, cheap dabs and cartridges, and happy-hour deals 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday
Weedbucks Medford A homey downtown shop with chalk-art decor, tax-included pricing, a rewards program and strong flower deals 9 a.m.–9:55 p.m. most days (9:30 a.m. Tuesday), 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday
La Mota Riverside A central downtown La Mota with friendly, well-reviewed budtenders and fair prices 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day
Oregon Farmacy A women-owned downtown shop in a roomy loft space, praised for quality, value and friendly staff 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; closed Sunday
Cannabiz Experience A long-running shop on North Riverside with clones, indoor flower, unique glass and long hours 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day
Mr. Nice Guy Medford A friendly, unhurried shop on East Jackson Street, praised for patient help, consistent flower and everyday discounts 9 a.m.–9 p.m. every day
Wicked Flower Shop One of Medford's best-loved shops, with an art-filled interior, daily specials and a strong oil and pre-roll selection 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday

The 8 Licensed Dispensaries in Downtown and Central Medford

Emerald Triangle Downtown logo

Emerald Triangle Downtown

246 E 10th St · 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day · 4.6★ (818 Google reviews)

Medford's most-reviewed store, with a big selection, daily happy hours (8–11 a.m. and 8–10 p.m.) and open until 10 p.m. Medical and delivery endorsed.

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Budz Mart

429 S Central Ave · 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sunday · 4.9★ (248 Google reviews)

Downtown's top-rated value shop (4.9★), known for budget ounces, cheap dabs and cartridges. Medical and delivery endorsed.

Medical endorsed · Full store guide →

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Weedbucks Medford

437 S Central Ave · 9 a.m.–9:55 p.m. most days (9:30 a.m. Tuesday), 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday · 4.6★ (446 Google reviews)

Next door to Budz Mart, with chalk-art decor, tax-included prices and a rewards program. Medical endorsed; no delivery.

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La Mota Riverside logo

La Mota Riverside

17 S Riverside Ave · 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day · 4.1★ (200 Google reviews)

The most central of La Mota's five Medford stores, by Vogel Plaza, with well-reviewed budtenders. Medical and delivery endorsed.

Medical endorsed · Full store guide →

Oregon Farmacy logo

Oregon Farmacy

1 W 6th St · 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; closed Sunday · 4.8★ (156 Google reviews)

A women-owned shop in a roomy loft space, 4.8★. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed Sunday. Medical and delivery endorsed.

Medical endorsed · Full store guide →

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Cannabiz Experience

333 N Riverside Ave · 8 a.m.–10 p.m. every day · 4.2★ (329 Google reviews)

North Riverside Avenue, with clones, indoor flower and unique glass, open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Medical and delivery endorsed.

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Mr. Nice Guy Medford

609 E Jackson St · 9 a.m.–9 p.m. every day · 4.8★ (51 Google reviews)

A friendly, no-pressure shop on East Jackson Street, 4.8★, good for first-timers. Medical and delivery endorsed.

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Wicked Flower Shop logo

Wicked Flower Shop

600 E Jackson St · 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Sunday · 4.5★ (686 Google reviews)

An art-filled favorite across the street from Mr. Nice Guy, with daily specials and a strong oil selection. Medical and delivery endorsed.

Medical endorsed · Full store guide →

Parking and Getting Around

The South Central Avenue stores and the East Jackson Street pair have their own small lots, though one reviewer says parking at Weedbucks can be tight. Hawthorne Park, Vogel Plaza and the Bear Creek Greenway are public places where using cannabis is not allowed. See where you can legally use cannabis in Medford.

Downtown Medford Dispensary FAQ

How many dispensaries are in downtown Medford?

Eight licensed dispensaries are in downtown and central Medford, as of October 2026.

What is the best-rated dispensary in downtown Medford?

Budz Mart averages 4.9 stars from almost 250 reviews; Oregon Farmacy and Mr. Nice Guy average 4.8 stars.

Which downtown Medford dispensary has a happy hour?

Emerald Triangle on East 10th Street lists happy hours from 8 to 11 a.m. and 8 to 10 p.m. every day; Budz Mart also runs a happy hour, according to reviewers.

How much is the tax on weed in Medford?

Recreational purchases in Medford carry Oregon's 17% state tax plus a 3% city tax, 20% in total. OMMP cardholders pay neither at medically endorsed stores.

Store hours, ratings and details were checked against state license records and each store’s Google Business Profile on October 14, 2026. Featured placements, where shown, are paid and labelled. Corrections: contact us.