Montpelier has 5 dispensaries licensed by the Vermont Cannabis Control Board (CCB). Adults 21 and older can shop with a valid photo ID from any state. The capital said yes to retail stores early: on March 2, 2021, Montpelier voters approved retail cannabis sales 1,981 to 847, the Times Argus reported. Since July 2025 the city also adds a 1% local sales tax to purchases.
The smallest state capital in the country has a surprisingly busy cannabis scene. Montpelier's stores sit on just two streets, Main Street and River Street, a few minutes apart by car and not far from the State House. Barre, next door, has its own stores.
All 5 Licensed Dispensaries in Montpelier, VT
Montpelier's stores are in the 05602 ZIP code. Two are on Main Street downtown and two are on River Street, the road that heads east toward Barre. One more holds a license but does not yet have an address or hours in our data.
Main Street, downtown: Capital Cannabis Company is at 44 Main St and Winterland Haze is a short walk up the street at 68 Main St.
River Street: Gram Central is at 120 River St, Suite 2, and Juana's Garden Cannabis Boutique is at 188 River St.
Address pending: High Society - Retail is licensed in Montpelier. Check its listing before you go.
Best Montpelier Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026.
- Highest rated: Winterland Haze, with 4.9 stars on about 125 reviews. Gram Central has 4.8 and Capital Cannabis Company 4.7, each on more than 200 reviews.
- Most reviewed: Gram Central, with about 370 reviews, the most of any store in the city.
- Open earliest: Capital Cannabis Company and Gram Central open at 8 a.m., before most State House business starts.
- Open latest: Capital Cannabis Company and Winterland Haze close at 8:30 p.m. Juana's Garden closes at 7.
Visiting a Dispensary in Montpelier: ID, Payment and Hours
Every store checks a valid government-issued photo ID, usually twice: at the door and again at the register. Out-of-state licenses and passports are fine. Card networks do not process cannabis purchases on credit, so carry cash or use a debit card. Both Main Street stores are within an easy walk of each other.
Montpelier and Vermont Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
Under the limit in effect since July 1, 2026, a Vermont retailer can sell one customer up to 2 ounces of cannabis or the equivalent in other products per transaction. Adults may possess up to 2 ounces or 10 grams of hashish.
Using cannabis in public is a civil violation with fines up to $100 for a first offense, rising to $500 for repeat offenses. Public places include the State House lawn, city parks, sidewalks and public buildings. Use is legal on private property with the owner's okay. Keep purchases sealed and out of the passenger area on I-89. Our Vermont marijuana laws guide has penalties and driving rules.
Cannabis Taxes in Montpelier
Vermont's 14% cannabis excise tax and 6% sales tax apply to every adult-use purchase. Montpelier added a 1% local option sales tax in July 2025, according to the Vermont Department of Taxes, and it applies to cannabis just as it does to other taxable goods. That puts a Montpelier receipt at about 21%. Barre City has had the same 1% sales tax since 2022. See our 2026 cannabis prices by state guide for context.
Medical Marijuana in Montpelier
The stores on this page are adult-use retailers. Vermont's medical cannabis registry, run by the CCB, is open to residents with a qualifying condition, and registered patients pay no tax on medical purchases. Ask a store whether it holds a medical-use endorsement. This is not medical advice.
Dispensaries Near Montpelier
- Dispensaries in Barre: 3 stores next door, east on River Street and Route 302.
- Dispensaries in Waterbury Center: 3 stores west on I-89, on the road to Stowe.
- Dispensaries in Waitsfield: 2 stores in the Mad River Valley.
- Dispensaries in Morrisville: 5 stores north in Lamoille County.
- Dispensaries in Burlington: 12 stores, the state's largest market, about 40 minutes up I-89.
The full list is on our Vermont dispensary directory.
Montpelier Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Montpelier?
Yes, for adults 21 and older. City voters approved retail cannabis stores in March 2021 by better than two to one.
How many dispensaries are in Montpelier?
Our directory lists 5 CCB-licensed stores, on Main Street and River Street.
Can tourists buy weed in Montpelier?
Yes. Adult-use stores have no residency requirement; bring a valid photo ID showing you are 21.
What time do dispensaries close in Montpelier?
Between 7 and 8:30 p.m., based on listed hours. Capital Cannabis Company and Winterland Haze stay open latest.
How much weed can I buy in Montpelier?
Up to 2 ounces of cannabis, or the equivalent in other products, in a single transaction.
Where can I smoke weed in Montpelier?
On private property with the owner's permission. The State House grounds, parks and sidewalks are public places, where use is a civil violation.
Can I get weed delivered in Montpelier?
Not for adult-use shoppers. Vermont allows delivery only to registered medical patients.
Why is there a 1% extra tax on cannabis in Montpelier?
Montpelier adopted a 1% local option sales tax in July 2025, and it applies to cannabis along with other taxable sales.
What is the best dispensary in Montpelier?
Winterland Haze has the top rating at 4.9 stars, while Gram Central has the most reviews at 4.8 stars; see the ratings list above.
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How we build this list: We start from the Vermont Cannabis Control Board's list of licensed retailers, which supplies each store's name, address and license number. Ratings, review counts and hours come from public Google Maps data. The list is refreshed monthly, and closed stores are taken off.