Commencement Bay Cannabis is operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians under the tribe’s cannabis compact with Washington, with three stores in Tacoma — Black, Green and Red — and one in Fife. They sell to adults 21 and over with a valid ID, are open 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., and take cash only, with ATMs on site.
Washington has signed cannabis compacts with several tribes, letting them run cannabis businesses on tribal land. Tribal stores are not listed in the state’s retailer file, which is why many directories miss them. We list them alongside state-licensed stores.
The Commencement Bay Cannabis Stores in Tacoma
Commencement Bay Cannabis Green
72nd Street E — the best-rated (4.9★ from 1,176 reviews), with vendor days and quick prepaid pickup.
Commencement Bay Cannabis Black
Norpoint Way NE, Northeast Tacoma — 4.8★ from 1,414 reviews, with points you can spend.
Commencement Bay Cannabis Red
E 30th Street, by the Emerald Queen Casino and 0.7 miles from the Tacoma Dome.
What to Know Before You Go
- Bring a valid, unexpired government photo ID; you must be 21 or older.
- Bring cash — the stores do not take cards, but ATMs are on site.
- A security desk at the door may ask you to leave items such as knives.
- Deals include 30% off vapes and cartridges on Tuesdays, according to the company’s website.
- Check boxed products at the counter before you leave; returns are handled case by case.
Tribal Dispensaries FAQ
Who owns Commencement Bay Cannabis?
The Puyallup Tribe of Indians, which operates it under a cannabis compact with the State of Washington.
How many Commencement Bay Cannabis stores are there?
Four: Black (Northeast Tacoma), Green (72nd St E), Red (E 30th St) and Fife, according to the company's website as of October 2026.
Can anyone shop at a tribal dispensary?
Yes. Commencement Bay Cannabis sells to any adult 21 or older with a valid government photo ID.
Do tribal dispensaries take cards?
Commencement Bay Cannabis is cash only, with ATMs on site.
Why aren't tribal stores in the state license list?
Tribal stores operate under tribal-state compacts rather than WSLCB retail licenses, so they don't appear in the state's retailer file.
Store hours, ratings and details were checked against state license records and each store’s Google Business Profile on October 13, 2026. Featured placements, where shown, are paid and labelled. Corrections: contact us.