OCHBS

September 23-24 2026
Greater Columbus Convention Center

The Ohio Cannabis Health & Business Summit is open to all, and intended for anyone

Midwest Cannabis Events

09/10/2026

We’re officially less than two weeks away from OCHBS 2026!

September 23–24 will be here before we know it, and we’re getting ready for two packed days of conversations and fresh perspectives on what’s happening across Ohio’s 🌱 community.

With 80+ speakers taking the stage, there’s a lot to hear and even more to learn. Now’s the time to start building your agenda and deciding which conversations you want to be part of.

Here’s another panel you’ll want to make room for. 👇

Home Grow in Ohio: What’s Allowed, What Works, and What to Avoid

Home cultivation is gaining interest in Ohio, but growing successfully—and legally—requires the right expectations. This panel brings together experienced growers to share what home grow looks like in practice, from basic setup and plant care to the most common mistakes new growers make.

Panelists will cover space, lighting, feeding, and environmental basics, along with how Ohio rules apply to home grow. The session is designed to help attendees approach their first grow with clarity and confidence.

Attendees will take away:

- What Ohio home grow rules allow and restrict
- What a realistic home grow setup involves
- Common mistakes that impact plant health
- How to manage plants through each stage
- What to expect from a first harvest

09/09/2026

Every great OCHBS is made possible by the sponsors who believe in the future of Ohio’s 🌱 industry and the community helping move it forward.

This week, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on (OGS), an Ohio-based, licensed dual-use 🌱 processor focused on turning high-quality flower into clean, innovative 🌱 extracts.

Using Cryo-Ethanol extraction, OGS carefully preserves cannabinoids and terpenes while refining out unwanted plant materials to create concentrated oils that can be used in a variety of products.

At the heart of OGS is a commitment to bringing science and care together.
The company focuses on thoughtfully crafted 🌱products while combining expertise in processing, compliance, operations, sales and brand development to continue growing its presence throughout Ohio’s evolving market.

We’re grateful to have Ohio Green Systems joining us as a Platinum sponsor and supporting the innovation and connections that continue to move Ohio’s 🌱 community forward.

And they’re just one of the many industry leaders you’ll have the opportunity to meet September 23–24.

Visit OCHBS.com to register and explore our exhibitors, speakers, sponsors and full conference schedule.

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

09/08/2026

Just 15 days to go!

The countdown to OCHBS 2026 is officially on, and we’re getting closer to two packed days of conversations and connections that are shaping the future of 🌱 in Ohio and beyond.

With an incredible lineup of speakers and panels covering some of the industry’s most important topics, now’s the time to start planning what you don’t want to miss.

Here’s one panel you’ll definitely want on your agenda. 👇

Cultivation in Ohio: Environmental Control, Consistency, and Yield in 2026

As cultivation operations mature, the focus has shifted from scaling rooms to refining systems. This session dives into the horticultural decisions driving consistency, yield, and quality under Ohio’s environmental conditions.

Attendees will take away:
How growers are managing things like nutrition, CO2, and humidity
Root-zone and irrigation strategies reducing variability
Where environmental data is guiding small, effective adjustments
How cultivation choices impact testing, shelf life, and retail outcomes

09/07/2026

Ohio’s adult-use 🌱 market has already surpassed $1.5 billion in sales

Want to be part of what comes next?

OCHBS brings together the operators, brands, investors, policymakers, healthcare professionals and innovators shaping Ohio’s 🌱 industry.

Build connections. Discover new opportunities. Hear from the people driving the market forward.

16 Days To Go!
📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
🗓️ September 23–24, 2026
www.ochb.com/tickets

09/04/2026

Every great OCHBS is made possible by the sponsors who believe in the future of Ohio’s 🌱 industry and the community helping move it forward.

This week, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on , a Platinum Sponsor of OCHBS 2026 and a company helping 🌱 retailers simplify the way they do business.

Sweed brings point of sale, eCommerce, inventory, marketing, loyalty and business intelligence together in one platform built specifically for 🌱 retail. Their technology helps dispensaries streamline operations, better understand their business and create a more connected experience for their customers.

We’re grateful to have Sweed joining us in Columbus and supporting the conversations, connections and innovation that make OCHBS such an important gathering for Ohio’s community.

And they’re just one of the many industry leaders you’ll have the opportunity to meet September 23–24.

Visit OCHBS.com to register and explore our exhibitors, speakers, sponsors and full conference schedule.

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

09/03/2026

20 DAYS TO GO! Columbus, are you ready?

OCHBS 2026 is almost here, and if you’ve been thinking this event is only for 🌱 industry professionals, think again!

OCHBS is open to the public and brings together thousands of attendees for two days of learning and connecting.

Hear from expert speakers covering everything from business and policy to health and wellness.

Meet vendors and brands from across the industry while discovering new products that give you a firsthand look at what’s happening in Ohio’s booming 🌱 market.

Whether you work in the industry, are a medical patient, are interested in the business opportunities or are simply 🌱 -curious, there’s a place for you at OCHBS.

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

🎟️ Grab your ticket and come see what OCHBS is all about! Don’t be the one hearing about it after it’s over. 👀

09/01/2026

It’s officially OCHBS month!

We’re just a few weeks away from bringing Ohio’s 🌱 community together in Columbus, and we’re excited to introduce a few more of the incredible industry leaders taking the stage this year.

And what a time to hear from them. With Ohio’s adult-use 🌱 sales surpassing $1.5 billion, the industry is growing quickly and creating new opportunities, challenges and conversations along the way.

Our speakers are the people working in this market every day, and they’re coming to OCHBS to share their experience, perspectives and ideas about where the market is headed next.

These are just a few of the voices you’ll hear September 23–24 with plenty more waiting for you in Columbus.

The industry is booming. The conversations are happening. Come hear from the people helping shape what comes next!

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

08/31/2026

🚨 The OCHBS Catalyst After Party just got even bigger.

We’re excited to announce that Raymond Cruz, best known for his unforgettable role as Tuco Salamanca in Breaking Bad, is joining us at COSI on September 23!

When Day One of OCHBS wraps up, the night is just getting started. Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music, networking, heavy appetizers and after-hours access to COSI...plus a very special appearance from Raymond Cruz.

This is your chance to connect, unwind and experience a side of OCHBS you won’t find on the show floor.

If you haven’t grabbed your Catalyst After Party ticket yet, don’t wait. Spots are limited and September 23 will be here before you know it. www.ochbs.com/register

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

08/28/2026

Every great OCHBS is made possible by the incredible sponsors who believe in our vision and the community behind it.

This week, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Standard Wellness, a valued OCHBS 2026 sponsor and a company with deep roots in Ohio’s 🌱 industry.

With a mission to improve quality of life through safe and easy access to 🌱, Standard Wellness is focused on providing quality, consistent products.
The company operates across multiple states, including right here in Ohio, and its values of teamwork, accountability, empathy and growth are at the heart of what they do.

We’re grateful to have Standard Wellness joining us in Columbus and supporting the connections, conversations and education that bring Ohio’s 🌱community together each year.

And they’re just one of the many brands, businesses and industry leaders you’ll have the opportunity to connect with this September.

Visit www.OCHBS.com to register and explore our exhibitors, speakers and sponsors and along with the full conference schedule.

📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center
📅 September 23–24, 2026

08/26/2026

We're less than 30 days away from OCHBS 2026!

The countdown is on, and the excitement is building.

In just a few weeks, Ohio's 🌱 community will come together for two days of expert-led education, meaningful networking, and conversations that are shaping the future of our industry.

Today, we're introducing a few more of the incredible voices taking the stage this September. We can't wait to welcome them (and you) to Columbus.

If you haven't registered yet, now's the time. We'll see you in Columbus!

📅 Sept 23-24
📍 Columbus, OH
www.ochbs.com/register

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