Event Type : Cannabis Industry B2B Conference & Exhibition

The Mid-Atlantic Cannabinoid Research Collaborative (MACRC) Annual Conference 2026 will take place November 6–8, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, bringing together researchers, clinicians, trainees, educators, policymakers, advocates, and industry leaders working across the cannabinoid science field.

Hosted by Dr. Sara Jane Ward, the conference focuses on “Translating Basic Science Into Clinical Practice” and features the scientific theme “New Frontiers in Cannabinoid Science.” The program explores emerging cannabinoid research across women’s health, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic disease, infection, cancer, cannabis policy, and drug development strategies. ACRC

The conference provides an opportunity to share new research findings, learn from invited experts, connect with colleagues, and examine the translation of cannabinoid science into clinical and real-world applications. Registration and abstract submission are currently open. ICRS

A special Saturday session, “Cannabis in PA: From Research to Real Life,” is scheduled for November 7 from 11:30 AM–2:45 PM, connecting research with clinical care, pharmacy, advocacy, education, business, addiction research, and the broader Pennsylvania community.

JIHE 2026 — Japan International Hemp Expo takes place November 13–14, 2026, at House of OMOTESANDO in Omotesando, Tokyo.

The event brings together the wider hemp industry across CBD products, hemp agriculture, construction materials, food, fashion, biotechnology and related fields. JIHE was created through the integration of Japan’s long-running CBD Journey and CannaCon platforms.

The 2026 edition uses the entire House of OMOTESANDO building, including exhibition space, business meeting areas, conference facilities and rooftop networking space.

The two-day program is divided into Business Day on Friday, November 13, focusing on industry, business meetings and conferences, and Community Day on Saturday, November 14, featuring exhibitions, experiences, networking and community-oriented programming. JIHE 2026

Cannabis Business Hub 2026 is the official business event of ExpoCannabis Brasil, designed to connect key players from Brazil’s cannabis industry and create meaningful opportunities for commercial relationships, investment and strategic partnerships.

Taking place before the main ExpoCannabis Brasil exhibition opens, the Cannabis Business Hub brings together entrepreneurs, investors, suppliers and industry professionals in an environment focused on business generation, networking and access to market intelligence.

Because the Hub is integrated into the ExpoCannabis Brasil program, participants can connect with the fair’s exhibitors and sponsors, creating additional opportunities to meet relevant companies and decision-makers from across the cannabis ecosystem.

The program is also set to feature the presentation of an exclusive market yearbook prepared by Kaya Mind, providing market data, sector updates and insights covering areas including growshops, headshops, cannabis brands, medicinal cannabis and regulatory developments. ExpoCannabis Brasil

The event is designed around four key objectives:

• Expand relationships — Build strategic partnerships with important players in the Brazilian and international cannabis markets.
• Access market data — Gain insights and information to support informed business decisions.
• Anticipate trends — Identify emerging opportunities and developments across the sector.
• Take a leading role — Participate in important conversations shaping the future of Brazil’s cannabis industry.

The Cannabis Business Hub provides a dedicated environment for qualified networking, business development, market intelligence and strategic connections before the main ExpoCannabis Brasil exhibition begins.