Kentucky Marijuana Dispensaries Are Coming Soon: What You Need to Know

Big changes are coming to Kentucky’s medical marijuana program, and patients across the state are one step closer to legally accessing medical marijuana through licensed dispensaries. With cultivation and processing now underway and dispensary licenses finalized, the state is on track to have products available very soon. Here’s what you need to know about where the program stands and what’s next.

Cultivation Set to Begin Soon

Governor Andy Beshear recently announced that growers are about to begin planting their first medical marijuana crops, signaling a major milestone in the rollout of the program.

Kentucky’s first cultivation facility broke ground earlier this year in Monticello, a $25 million project that will bring dozens of jobs to the area and supply much of the initial product for the state’s dispensaries. With planting starting soon and processing equipment already being set up, cultivators and processors are working toward having products ready for dispensary shelves by this fall.

Over 10,000 Patients Already Registered

Since Kentucky’s medical marijuana program officially launched in January, more than 10,000 patients have already registered with the state and received their medical cards. To further support patients, the governor recently waived the state renewal fee for anyone who registers in 2025, meaning that those who pay the state fee for their card this year will not need to pay again next year. This is great news for current cardholders and another reason to get your card now if you haven’t yet applied.

Dispensaries Are Taking Shape

Dispensary licenses have been awarded and are now going through their final county-level approvals. Site inspections and final checks are expected to wrap up over the summer, with dispensaries opening shortly after. Once open, patients with a valid medical marijuana card will be able to purchase up to eight ounces of medical marijuana per visit.

The state is working diligently to keep the rollout on schedule, with the goal of opening dispensaries and serving patients before the end of the fall.

Be Ready When Dispensaries Open

When dispensaries open their doors, only patients who already have their medical marijuana card will be able to purchase products legally. That’s why it’s important to schedule your evaluation and get your card now so you’re ready on day one!

At Kentucky Marijuana Card, we make the process easy. Our team helps patients through every step of the application process, from the doctor’s evaluation to submitting their paperwork to the state. We have convenient office locations in Louisville and Lexington, with more office locations opening soon, and we offer personalized guidance to make sure you have everything you need to start accessing your medicine.

We also keep our patients informed through our website, including our dispensary page, which is updated with the latest information about where and when dispensaries are opening, as well as additional helpful resources with everything you need to know about Kentucky marijuana. Make sure to check out our blog for regular updates on Kentucky’s program, qualifying conditions, possession limits, and more.

Get Access to Medical Marijuana in Kentucky

Medical marijuana is almost here, Kentucky, so get your marijuana card now!

You can schedule your appointment to see our doctor at our Louisville or Lexington office. Schedule your appointment today to get your marijuana card and be the first to access dispensaries as soon as they open!

Don’t wait—secure your spot and start your journey toward relief. Subscribe to our newsletter for more updates on the program and dispensaries!

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At Kentucky Marijuana Card, we’re here to make the process easy and stress-free. Our team is dedicated to helping you unlock the full benefits of Kentucky’s medical marijuana program while improving your overall quality of life.

Don’t wait to start feeling better. Call us at (833) 781-6360 or schedule your evaluation today, and take advantage of the many benefits a medical card has to offer!