Rhode Island, as a recreational state, brings in plenty of traffic for dispensaries, with Rhode Islanders of all ages purchasing flower, edibles, and other products. Alcohol stores recently introduced cannabis-infused drinks to their stockrooms, and there’s been plenty of special cannabis infusion dinner experiences to try out. But what happens if you’re just looking for a place to hang out, meet some people, and get high? Despite the popularity, there is still a large stigma against weed, and so it can feel isolating and challenging to find fellow weed-loving enthusiasts. Luckily, RI has some places to make some friends and get high together. Here are some of my favorites.
Free Play Bar Arcade
Located on 182 Pine Street in PVD, Free Play is an arcade that allows unlimited play of all their arcade cabinets after an $8 admission fee ($12 on Friday, Saturday, and Family Day.) While smoking is prohibited inside, patrons are allowed to move to the outside patio to smoke to their hearts’ content. That, along with their fun video-game-themed cocktail menu and bar food, makes Free Play a great place to meet some friends, including cannabis enthusiasts. The bar is also open daily, so patrons are more than welcome to come during the weekday, to have a more relaxed experience without the bustling activity of the weekend. While Free Play is not explicitly a cannabis-friendly venue, many stoners still go to have some fun and play some games.
Medici Lounge Providence
Medici Lounge, located at 172 Pine Street is one of the classiest upscale lounges in RI. As a nightlife venue, Medici hosts all kinds of events full of delicious hand-crafted cocktails, live music, and stylish ambiance. These unforgettable nights also include regular (often Monday night) cannabis-themed events, a perfect way to dress classy and meet some fun new people. Since it’s located just down the street from Free Play, it’s a perfect destination if you’re looking to expand on an arcade evening. Canna-community events organized by High Society also frequently take place here. You can learn more about those @caddyluv on IG.
TetraHydro Club
TetraHydro Club is the place to go to smoke some weed and meet new stoner friends. The venue is located at 17 Columbia Street in Wakefield. Entry is $20 at the door with a $10 discount for medical card holders. Here you can immerse yourself in a relaxed, lowkey vibe based on a Dutch coffee shop atmosphere, where you can play some games, enjoy some music, and most of all have fun. As it’s a cannabis lounge, there is no need to be shy, and with the venue’s own complimentary dab bar, it’s easy to enjoy your favorite herb with friends in comfort and style. TerraHydro offers exclusive event bookings which are often used for networking events and even videogame tournaments. No membership is required to participate in any of these activities, and guests are encouraged to bring their own herbs.
The venue also hosts their own regular events such as parties, jam sessions, comedy nights, and more to add to the fun. There’s even free Wi-Fi and a snack and coffee bar for when you get the munchies. For those in the industry, TetraHydro Club offers multiple networking events, including dining events with open edible consumption, and more. Outside of the club lies the historic downtown of Wakefield and the Saugatucket River.
TetraHydro participates in weed friendly community outreach, primarily through hosted events and a campaign to assist Rhode Islanders in getting their medical cards. When purchased through thegreenscript.com TetraHydro provides one free month of membership to the club. RI is a very small place, but it’s still hard to make some friends, especially ones who smoke cannabis. Despite this, the cannabis community is stronger than ever, and with venues like TetraHydro Club, it’s easy to find your forever weed-loving buddies.