COVID-Friendly Things to Do in Deerfield MA
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At the Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, we are committed to ensuring everyone who comes to Western Massachusetts has a great time. We’re happy to help you come up with an itinerary for an unforgettable stay in Deerfield and the surrounding areas. While we’re all playing it safe during the pandemic, you might be wondering if there are any things to do in Deerfield. In fact, we have a lot of fun ideas!
4 Top Things to Do in Deerfield
- Yankee Candle – Located on Greenfield Road in South Deerfield, Yankee Candle is open and ready to make your day with fragrances, candle accessories, sweets, gifts, toys, home décor, and more. They encourage masks and social distancing but still have plenty to do for your family day trip.
- Champney’s Restaurant at Historic Deerfield Inn – Although seating capacity is currently reduced, Champney’s is serving up some of the best meals in Deerfield for indoor and outdoor eating, as well as curbside pick-up orders if you’d rather eat at home or the park.
- Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens – Open on a limited basis to the public, Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens offers you access to thousands of exotic and domestic butterflies within thousands of square feet of conservatory space. It’s a sight to behold and something you can’t miss if you’re planning a day trip to South Deerfield.
- Old Deerfield Country Store – Take a step back in time when you visit the Old Deerfield Country Store near the Pocumtuck Mountain Range in South Deerfield. There you’ll find linens, household items, pottery, Jim Shore figurines, Willow Tree figurines, baskets, toys, candy, and a wide range of other items that will give you those reminiscent feelings of days gone by.
Contact Us to Learn More
It’s important to stay safe during these uncertain times, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a thing or two with those closest to you. Whether you’re visiting from out of town or plan to make the most of this time together with your family, contact GSCVB or check out our visitor’s guide to learn more about some of the best things to do in Deerfield and South Deerfield.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”70590″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1614035643786{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Whether you’re trying to plan a weekend getaway with your significant other or want to book a fun vacation for the entire family, Holyoke, Massachusetts, offers a wide variety of attractions that are sure to make your trip memorable. The ongoing pandemic makes traveling a little more difficult right now, but we have plenty of COVID-friendly activities in Holyoke for you to choose from. At the Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, we are committed to making you aware of everything Holyoke has to offer so you can make the most of your vacation. We know which restaurants you should visit during your stay here and which attractions give you the most for your money, so if you are planning a trip to Holyoke, make sure you contact us to get all of the details you need about this fun town in Western Massachusetts.COVID Rules in Holyoke
Most cities across the country have enacted rules and guidelines to help slow the spread of COVID-19, and Holyoke is no exception. You will need to follow the rules while visiting our city, but these laws are simple and designed to help you stay safe and healthy while on your trip. Holyoke’s COVID rules are listed below, and with just a few simple adjustments to your traveling plans, you can devise a memorable trip without compromising your health.
- People over the age of two must wear a mask in all public spaces.
- Restaurant parties cannot consist of more than six people.
- Outdoor gatherings are limited to 25 people.
- Indoor gatherings are limited to ten people.
- All visitors are encouraged to social distance when possible.
- People are encouraged to only dine with others who live in the same household.
Top 4 Things To Do in Holyoke
There are many things to do in Holyoke, ranging from family-friendly museums to great bars and restaurants. If you want to make the most of your time here, make sure you visit the top four attractions in Holyoke.
Holyoke Mall
The Holyoke Mall has something to offer people of all ages. Bring the kids to Billy Beez, an indoor play park with more than 1000 unique pieces of play equipment. It’s a great way to play while working on physical fitness, and when you need a break for lunch, visit one of the mall’s four sit-down restaurants or stop by the food court for delicious take-out options. Shopping enthusiasts can also find great deals in the nearly 150 stores inside the mall. Keep in mind that a face mask is required upon visiting as well.
International Volleyball Hall of Fame
With Holyoke being the birthplace of volleyball, it only makes sense that one of our top attractions is dedicated to celebrating the sport. Make an appointment for a guided tour so you can soak in the rich history of the beloved sport and celebrate some of the players who have had a tremendous impact on it.
Sumo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
As one of the top restaurants in Holyoke, Sumo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar offers some of the best hibachi dishes around. Try a tender, flavorful steak or sample one of the restaurant’s delicious chicken tenders. The dining establishment features a wide variety of sushi rolls for sushi lovers. The restaurant has a tasty dish to cater to every pallet, so it is an excellent choice for family dining and date night.
The Mick
If you’re looking for a fun adult establishment where you can relax and unwind during your vacation, you can’t miss The Mick. Whether you want to grab a quick dinner, enjoy the alcoholic beverage of your choice, or listen to live music, The Mick has it all. Stop in on a Sunday night to participate in our weekly trivia night and enjoy all that life in Western Massachusetts has to offer.
Holyoke, Massachusetts has something for everyone, and with our COVID-friendly policies, you can feel safe during your visit. Contact the GSCVB to plan your trip.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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What’s Open in Western Mass – Dining & Retail
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1604689302910{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Please see the following steps that GSCVB dining & retail members are taking at specific properties by clicking on their names to access their websites:
DINING
Cal’s Wood-Fired Grill & Wine Bar
The Chandler Steakhouse
(Fridays & Saturdays only)
RETAIL
Hannoush Jewelers at MGM Springfield
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1594231760261{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Please see the following steps that GSCVB accommodations members are taking at specific properties by clicking on their names to access their websites:
Candlewood Suites – West Springfield
Clarion Hotel and Aqua Lagoon Water Park
Comfort Inn & Suites – West Springfield
Fairfield Inn & Suites Holyoke
Hampton Inn – Enfield
Hampton Inn – Hadley (PVHG)
Hampton Inn & Suites – Springfield
Hartford/Windsor Marriott Airport
Holiday Inn & Suites – Ludlow (PVHG)
Holiday Inn Express Springfield
La Quinta Inn & Suites (PVHG)
Red Roof Inn – Enfield
Red Roof Inns – West Springfield
Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield-Chicopee, MA
Sheraton Bradley Airport Hotel
Tru by Hilton Chicopee Springfield
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1594234751880{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]GSCVB restaurant, lodging, retail and attraction members are committed to a continued focus on the health and safety of its guests. Therefore, members pledge to follow current local and state COVID-19 recommendations and guidelines.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][mk_button url=”https://difhosting1.com/whats-open-in-western-mass-accommodations/” target=”_blank” align=”right”]Accommodations[/mk_button][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][mk_button url=”https://difhosting1.com/whats-open-in-western-mass-dining-retail/” target=”_blank”]Dining & Retail[/mk_button][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1608226569639{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Please see the following steps that GSCVB member attractions are taking at specific properties by clicking on their names to access their websites:ATTRACTIONS
Regal Cinemas at MGM Springfield
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[mk_page_section full_width=”true” padding_top=”0″ padding_bottom=”0″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/virtual-visit-header-1.jpg” image_width=”857″ image_height=”500″ align=”center”][/vc_column][/mk_page_section][mk_page_section padding_top=”128″ padding_bottom=”128″ section_id=”welcome” el_class=”difFullHeight difd_add-triangle-top-left-orange” sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1585150233254{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Right now it’s our job as Americans to stay home and stop the spread of COVID-19. But when the time is right, we encourage you to Explore Western Mass. For now, here are some virtual visits to many of the places that make Western Mass special!See you soon![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61543″ img_size=”400×252″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AA8bajkbgh8&feature=youtu.be”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61538″ img_size=”400×246″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.carlemuseum.org/virtual-tour”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61539″ img_size=”400×253″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”http://www.neam.org/shell.php?page=virtual_tours”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61361″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://springfieldmuseums.org/about/updates/”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61365″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.nrm.org/”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61367″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.facebook.com/YankeeCandleVillageMA/”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61371″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://garden.smith.edu/plants/outdoor-gardens”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61373″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.ct-trolley.org/about/collection/”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61375″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.facebook.com/Magic-Wings-Butterfly-Conservatory-106827612675357/”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61377″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.lupazoo.org/”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61379″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.facebook.com/thezooinforestpark/”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61382″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.historic-deerfield.org/discover-deerfield”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61384″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.facebook.com/YiddishBookCenter”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61404″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialHoophall”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61406″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.facebook.com/oldsturbridgevillage/”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61546″ img_size=”400×252″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://festivals.paradisecityarts.com/artist-showcase”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61689″ img_size=”400×254″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.springfieldsymphony.org/#homegrown”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61727″ img_size=”400×257″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/national-park-week.htm”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61782″ img_size=”400×265″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://ctsciencecenter.org/scienceathome/?utm_source=Connecticut+Science+Center&utm_campaign=2f5dd9a61d-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_03_08_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_4615b80ac6-2f5dd9a61d-217106137″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”61729″ img_size=”400×255″ add_caption=”yes” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://www.volleyhall.org/discover”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section] READ MORE
Western Mass Restaurants Offering Take-out
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1591743367461{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]The following list is provided as a resource to encourage local residents to support our local dining establishments by ordering take-out. Many of these businesses also offer gift certificates, which is another great way to show your support!2 Guys Pizzeria – Springfield
7B’s Bar and Grill – Westfield
99 to Go – All Locations
Amedeos – Holyoke
Auntie Cathie’s Kitchen – Agawam
The Back Room Bar & Grill – Agawam
Bella Napoli – West Springfield
Bond 124 – Somers, CT
Boston Bay Pizza – Chicopee
Brickhouse Tavern – Indian Orchard
Brother’s Pizza – Chicopee
Bueno y Sano (7 locations)
Acton
Amherst
Northampton
Springfield
West Springfield
South Deerfield
South Burlington, VT
Cafe Christos – Springfield
Center Square Grille – East Longmeadow
Cima Restaurant – Wilbraham
Chester’s Chicken – Springfield
Chez Josef – Agawam
Cold Stone Creamery – Springfield
The Collegian Court – Chicopee
Crepes Tea House – West Springfield
Delaney’s Market – Longmeadow, Westfield & Wilbraham
The Federal Restaurant – Agawam – Outdoor Dining
Freckled Fox Café – Florence
Friendly’s Restaurants (12 locations – take-out):
Elm Street, Enfield
Springfield Street, Agawam
Main Street, E. Longmeadow
Main Street, Palmer
Northampton Street, Holyoke
Mohawk Trail, Greenfield (drive-through open)
Memorial Drive, Chicopee (drive-through open)
Boston Road, Springfield
Riverdale Street, W. Springfield
Southampton Road, Westfield (drive-through open)
Russell Street, Hadley
Main Street, Florence
Frontera Grill – Chicopee
Gianni Fig’s – South Deerfield
Gran-Val Scoop – Granville
Granny’s Baking Table – Springfield
Hangar Pub and Grill – Amherst
Hot Heads Burritos – Northampton
Hot Table – Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Ichiban Restaurant – South Hadley
IYA Sushi & Noodle Kitchen – South Hadley
Java Stop – Agawam
Johnny’s Bar and Grille – South Hadley
Johnny’s Tavern – Amherst
JPs Restaurant – Holyoke
La Cucina – Hampden
Lattitude Restaurant – West Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Leone’s Restaurant – Springfield
The Magic Blend – Agawam
Max Burger – Longmeadow – Outdoor Dining
Memo’s Restaurant – West Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Mi Tierra – Hadley
Mom & Ricos – Springfield
Monsoon Roastery – Springfield
My Main Squeeze Juice Bar – East Longmeadow
Nadim’s Mediterranean Grill – Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Noodle’s Restaurant – Northampton
Nosh Restaurant & Cafe – Springfield
Panjabi Tadka – Springfield
Partners Restaurant – Agawam
Patsy’s Ristorante – East Longmeadow
Pizza Chop – Chicopee
Pleasant & Main Cafe – Housatonic
Posto Italian – Longmeadow – Outdoor Dining
Rail Trail Ale House – Southwick
Randall’s Farm – Ludlow
Red Rose Pizzeria – Springfield
Richardson’s Candy Kitchen – Deerfield
The Rumbleseat Bar & Grille – Chicopee
Russo’s Lakeside Seafood & Steakhouse – Palmer
Sabor Latino – Chicopee
Santiago’s Family Restaurant – Westfield
Sonic – Springfield
Storrowton Tavern – West Springfield
The Student Prince & The Fort – Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Subway – Palmer, Holyoke, Ware, Springfield, Easthampton
Take 5 Restaurant – Agawam
Tavern On the Hill – Easthampton
Theodores’s Blues, Booz & BBQ – Springfield – Outdoor Dining
The Dam Cafe – Holyoke
The Taste Thai Cuisine – Amherst
Ume Asian Bistro – Longmeadow
Uno’s Chicago Grille – Springfield – Outdoor Dining
Uno Pizzeria & Grill – Holyoke
Vanished Valley Brewing – Ludlow
Walt’s Lunchbox & Grill – Wilbraham
Westfield River Brewing Co. – Southwick
Wyckoff Country Club – Holyoke
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] READ MOREIrish Heritage Celebrations in Western Mass
[mk_page_section padding_top=”128″ padding_bottom=”128″ section_id=”welcome” el_class=”difFullHeight difd_add-triangle-top-left-orange” sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”60053″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”5/6″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1582214853259{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Whatever could Ireland have in common with Western Mass? Quite a lot!Irish immigration to New England reached a peak in the mid-19th century, when the Irish potato famine of the 1840’s created widespread loss of life and terrible hardship for countless families. Thousands found a new life in Western Mass. Today, Western Mass honors and celebrates all things Irish.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][mk_padding_divider][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/12″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][mk_image src=”https://difhosting1.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/iron-duke-irish.jpg” image_width=”325″ image_height=”217″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading text=”Iron Duke Brewing -” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%2300b2ba” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Firondukebrewing.com%2F||target:%20_blank|”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1583859958742{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]
- March 13 – Billy Eagan & The Rising – 7-10pm
- March 13 – A Taste of Ireland – 4:30-6:30pm
- March 14 – Celebrating the Irish –
Nashville Recording artist Dee Reilly – 6-10pm
- March 14 – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – 12-8pm
- March 14 – Be Brave and Shave on Armory Square – 11am-2pm
(St. Baldrick’s Foundation event to benefit childhood cancer research) - March 14 – Kegs & Eggs 8am at TAP
Food Trucks 11am
Live Music 2-11pm
Bar Crawl 2pm at TAP
- March 16 – Let’s Get Shamrocked (Dingle Distillery) – 6pm
Learn to Drink Like a Pro
- March 17 – St. Pattys Day Special – $17 off Lift Ticket – 9am-4pm
- March 26 – The Luck O’ the Irish Whiskey Tasting – 6-10pm
FeBREWary
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- February 6 – Steve Kurtz-Dan Belmont Jazz at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 7 – Whiskey Traveler Acoustic Duo at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 13 – FeBREWary Craft Beer Fest –
Beer Tasting Event at Table & Vine – 5:30-8pm - February 13 – Gordon Clark Duo at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 14 – Ryan Darling for Lovers at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- Februrary 15 – Masala Jazz at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 21 – Chris Lomma at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 27 – Mug Club Night at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 28 – #doubledoseofdave at Abandoned Building – 6-9pm
- February 15 – “The Dark One”Release at Building 8 Brewing – 12pm
- February 1 – Music Levels Collective – 6-9pm
- February 6 – Tap takeover! Hitchcock at riffs north! – 6-9pm
- February 7 – Oakland Stoke with Triple Louie Opening – 6-9pm
- February 8 – Corey Knapp – 6-9pm
- February 14 – Mid Life Crisis – 6-9pm
- February 15 – Weege and The Wondertwins – 6-9pm
- February 21 – Helen Arbour & Ursula Elmes
w/special guest Joe Nerney – 6-9pm - February 22 – Luke Deroy – 6-9pm
- February 2 – Yoga (Antilogy Yoga) and Beer – 11am-12pm
- February 21 – The Dead Heads – 7-10pm
- February 29 – James Paul with Glenn Potter – 6-9pm
- February 6 – Valley Voices Story Slam: Love Me Tinder – 7:30-9pm
- February 7 – Grayson Ty – 8-10pm
- February 8 – ZoKi – 8-10pm
- February 9 – Eli Elkus – 3-6pm
- February 15 – From the Woods – 8pm
- February 13 – FeBREWary Local Beer Tasting – 5:30-7:30pm
- February 7 – Beer Tasting, Flanagans Package Store, Chicopee – 4-6pm
- February 13 – Beer Tasting, Lighthouse Liquors, East Longmeadow – 5-7pm
- February 14 – Beer Tasting, Fettes Wine/Spirits, Springfield – 5-7pm
- February 21 – Beer Tasting, 76 Discount Liquors, Westfield – 5-7pm
- February 28 – Beer Tasting, Towne Liquors, Agawam – 4-7pm
Cannabis Tourism
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Marijuana is legal in Massachusetts for people 21 and older, but that doesn’t mean you can use it anywhere you want. Here are some basics about the law:
- You can’t use marijuana in any form (smoking, vaping, edibles, etc.) in public or on federal land
- You can have up to one ounce on you, but not more than five grams of marijuana can be in the form of marijuana concentrate.
- In Massachusetts, you can grow up to six plants in your home, and up to 12 plants where two or more adults reside.
- In Massachusetts, you may have in your primary residence up to 10 ounces of marijuana in addition to any marijuana produced by plants legally cultivated on the premises. Any amount over one ounce of marijuana must be locked up, and it is best to keep any amount away from kids and pets.
- Like alcohol, you cannot have an open container of any form of marijuana in the passenger area of your car while on the road or at a place where the public has access. It must be stored in a closed container in your trunk or a locked glove compartment.
- It is illegal to drive under the influence of marijuana. If you use, don’t get behind the wheel. Instead, use public transportation, ride-shares, or catch a ride with a sober friend.
- Employers, landlords, cities, and towns may have their own policies about the use of marijuana. Check with them to see what is allowed.For more information about the regulations that govern what you can and can’t do, how much you can grow and have, and when and where it’s okay to use, visit MoreAboutMj.org.
First of all, remember that you have to be 21 to purchase and consume cannabis legally. No exceptions. And there will be no fooling a dispensary or getting by without an official government issued ID the way some people get around the law when it comes to buying alcohol under age. The rules are strict with cannabis sales and your ID will be checked and rechecked before you are allowed into the establishment, let alone to make a purchase.
There are buying limits
There are limits for how much cannabis any person can buy at a time, regardless of whether you are a resident of Massachusetts or not. The current possession limit is one ounce, where not more than five grams of marijuana can be in the form of marijuana concentrate. That can get confusing when you are purchasing different kinds of products in a dispensary. Your budtender and other dispensary staff will be able to help guide you when making purchases to ensure you stay under the legal limit. Keep in mind that they also are prohibited from selling you more than that amount per transaction, so don’t try to convince or coerce them into selling you more. That is illegal and will land everyone involved in hot water.
Public consumption is not allowed
While it is legal to possess cannabis products in public, any consumption of marijuana in public or smoking marijuana in an area where smoking tobacco is prohibited is also in violation of the law. Non-locals might think that Massachusetts residents walk down the street smoking cannabis like tobacco, but that is completely false. Don’t make this mistake and end up with serious consequences.
Not all hotels or other rental accommodations are cool with consumption
For visitors who abide by the “no public consumption” rules, there are only a few options left for them as far as locations to consume their legally purchased cannabis products. While some people may be staying with friends or family in private residences, others will be staying in a hotel or other rental property. Be sure to check with any kind of rental or hotel accommodations before consuming cannabis products – whether by smoking, vaping, eating or otherwise – on their premises. Some property owners or managers are okay with cannabis use, while some are strictly opposed to consumption on their property. Don’t get kicked out of your accommodations because you didn’t follow the rules. Massachusetts currently does not license social consumption or mixed-use establishments such as marijuana consumption bars or yoga studios.
How to carry products with you while you are traveling in Massachusetts
The short answer is to carry marijuana and marijuana products in a concealed and enclosed manner. When purchasing products, they will be given to you in a sealed bag or case. This is perfect to store your products within your luggage, car or other personal property when you are in public. The idea is to keep your products secure and out of sight. When traveling with children or pets, you should be especially cautious about keeping products locked up and out of reach.
Driving under the influence
Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal. Period. If you are consuming cannabis products while visiting Massachusetts, make sure there is a sober driver and never get behind the wheel after you have consumed any amount of cannabis. If you need to get from place to place after consuming cannabis, consider a rideshare, such as a cab, Uber or Lyft. Keep in mind that the impairment effects of edible marijuana may be delayed by two hours or more. Like alcohol, you may not have an open container of adult-use marijuana/marijuana products in the passenger area of your car while on the road or at a place where the public has access.
Taking your cannabis with you
Taking any amount of cannabis with you when you return home outside the state of Massachusetts is illegal and should under no circumstances be attempted. The possession of cannabis in any form is no longer legal as soon as you cross a state line, and the possession of any cannabis product is also prohibited in Massachusetts airports. Don’t risk the state or federal consequences and leave all cannabis products behind in Massachusetts when you depart.
Mailing your purchases home
Many tourists think that shipping their marijuana purchases home is an easy way around laws that prohibit them from taking products across state lines. Unfortunately, that could not be more wrong. In fact, it counts as moving illegal drugs across state lines, and if you are caught, there will be steep penalties. Again, do not risk the consequences and leave all legally purchased cannabis products in Massachusetts.
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