DENVER, Dec. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Colorado is setting a clear example for the rest of the US when it comes to the legalization of marijuana, having become the first state to finalize the adoption of rules for legal, recreational usage in September 2013. The rest of the country is watching with interest as the movement progresses, with the first recreational retail establishments due to open around January 1, 2014.
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For those in the smoke shop industry, the value of mixing business with pleasure has long been apparent. Now, fittingly held in Colorado's capital city of Denver, the nation's largest 420 lifestyle event is taking this concept to the next level.
From April 16 thru 20 2014, the BIG Industry Show, Galleria and the Cannabis Cup, brought to the US by High Times, will combine to create the world's premier event for all those involved in the industry, from individuals to national businesses.
The event will begin with the spectacular two day BIG Industry Show – the industry's leading business to business event – held at the Colorado Convention Center. With all manner of cutting edge products showcased, along with music and live entertainment, the atmosphere at the event promises to be electric. Businesses from across the US and beyond will be in attendance, with the BIG Industry Show tipped as the event to attend each year for those in the industry.
In tandem with the BIG Industry Show runs the celebrated Galleria, presented by industry leader Formula 420. Open to businesses for the first two days and then the general public on the third day, Galleria highlights the talents of some of the world's most exciting glass designers. These highly skilled artisans will be displaying their most intricate artworks as inspiration to the industry, individual attendees and their fellow craftsmen. Excitingly, 2014 will be the first year that Galleria has been open to public viewing, spreading the word about this skilled art form.
Since its inception over two millennia ago, glassblowing has remained a talent that only a few can truly master. It's a dangerous task and one that only naturally gifted artisans can excel at. Galleria is the chance for the best in the business to come together and show how they are continuing to innovate and push the boundaries of this ancient skill. Everything displayed at Galleria has been blown specifically for the show, making the event a focal point for aficionados and collectors from around the world.
Following on from the BIG Industry Show and Galleria comes the 26th annual Cannabis Cup, held over two days and welcoming an audience from across the globe. Last year's event was a massive success, celebrating all aspects of the 420 lifestyle and with spectacular evening entertainment from Cypress Hill, Slightly Stoopid and Snoop Dogg. This year's event promises to be even bigger and better. Cultivation seminars and activism sessions will serve to educate, while leaders of the marijuana movement will be on hand to speak about their knowledge, values and the wider meaning of Colorado's progressive laws.
With the state acting as an example to the rest of the US, all eyes will be on Colorado for the five day BIG Industry Show, Galleria and Cannabis Cup 2014 event. Ticket sales of the event have rarely been more eagerly awaited, as businesses and the public wait to show their support for the nation's largest 420 lifestyle event and the ever-growing movement that it represents.
For more information and to keep up to date with the latest schedule for the show, visit http://www.bigindustryshow.com/
About
BIG Publications hosts the industry's premier business-to-business wholesale event (Big Industry Show) and publishes the industry's business-to-business wholesale buyer's guide (Buyers Industry Guide). BIG Publications also presents Galleria Live: the Exhibition at the Big Industry Show. http://bigindustryshow.com/
High Times is the world's no.1 resource for cannabis information and culture. www.hightimes.com
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BIG INDUSTRY SHOW VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnFctDNB1zE
BIG GALLERIA EXHIBITION VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieahVdN0KmY&feature=share&list=PL3FECBCA36F4D0121
HIGH TIMES CANNABIS CUP VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYRMGLJUVjE&feature=share&list=UUFQ7vc-dWlSUZd6OqsAepMA
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