Lina Lecaro

The term “4/20” has long been cultural code for an afternoon smoking session, but since legalization in January 2018, it’s grown (yes, like a weed) into a bona fide celebration, especially in Los Angeles. Beyond 4:20pm (or am if you’re a wake-and-bake early bird), April 20th has become a springtime tradition that represents connecting with nature and each other, as well as promoting cannabis commerce, business and brands. It may have all started in the 1970s in Northern California, but here in SoCal, we’ve made it our own and we have a plethora of pot-themed parties to prove it.    Reefer Madness: The Musical Wisteria Theater, Apr 10–May 10; $58 This “Tale of the Devil’s Terror” takes over North Hollywood’s Wisteria Theater for a presentation of the classic cautionary toker story. The “jazz-fueled, satirical stage experience” promises intoxicating performances, outrageous antics and creepy vibes inspired by Lucifer’s lettuce and the fear tactics of the past that made it forbidden, a perfect way to head into 4/20 this month and keep it going into the next. Weed Bus L.A. Tour Various locations, Apr 10, 11, 16, 17, 24, 25; $79 Cruise over to see homes seen in the classic Ice Cube Friday movies on this popular tour. You’ll also cruise over to Nipsey Square, visit shops like Cypress Hill’s Dr. Greenthumbs, check out local murals and a lot more at this L.A. high history experience. From South L.A. to Downtown, this three-hour guided tour will stone you with nug knowledge and fun ac