Nevada authorized cannabis consumption lounges in 2021 through Assembly Bill 341, but the rollout has been slow. As of 2026, only one state-licensed lounge is operating, one tribal lounge operates independently, and one has already closed. For tourists, lounges remain the most straightforward way to legally consume cannabis — no private property needed, no risk of hotel fees.
DAZED! at Planet 13 — The Only State-Licensed Lounge
DAZED! is attached to the Planet 13 dispensary — billed as the world's largest cannabis entertainment complex — and is the only consumption lounge operating under a Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board license.
| Address | 2548 W Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
|---|---|
| Opened | April 5, 2024 |
| Size | 3,000 square feet |
| Daily Capacity | Approximately 250 customers per day |
| Age Requirement | 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID |
| Cannabis Policy | Purchase products inside only — no outside cannabis (no BYOC) |
| Alcohol | Prohibited — no alcohol served or permitted on premises |
| Gambling | Prohibited — no gaming machines or table games |
| Entertainment | Live entertainment permitted under license |
| License Type | Retail consumption lounge (attached to Planet 13 dispensary) |
What to Expect at DAZED!
Think of it like a bar, but for cannabis instead of alcohol. The experience is straightforward:
- Arrive — Show your valid 21+ government-issued photo ID at the door
- Browse and purchase — Select from the lounge's menu of cannabis products (flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, concentrates)
- Consume on-site — Use the products you purchased in the designated consumption areas. Staff are available to help first-timers
- Leave — You cannot take unfinished products with you. Consume what you buy or leave the remainder
DAZED! is located at the Planet 13 superstore on Desert Inn Road, a short rideshare from the Strip ($8–$15, about 5–10 minutes). Planet 13 also offers a free shuttle from Strip hotels — check their website for current schedules and pickup locations.
NuWu Cannabis Marketplace — SkyHigh Lounge
The NuWu SkyHigh Lounge, owned by the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, is located near downtown Las Vegas and Fremont Street. It has been operating since 2019 — years before any state-licensed lounge opened.
| Operator | Las Vegas Paiute Tribe |
|---|---|
| Operating Since | 2019 |
| Regulation | Tribal sovereign authority — not regulated by the CCB |
| Age Requirement | 21+ with valid photo ID |
Because NuWu sits on sovereign tribal land, it is not subject to Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board regulations. It operates independently under the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe's own rules and standards. The product selection, pricing, operational hours, and compliance standards are set by the tribe rather than the state.
The NuWu SkyHigh Lounge is on Las Vegas Paiute Tribe sovereign land and is not subject to CCB rules. While it serves adults 21+ and is a popular option (especially for tourists staying downtown), its regulations differ from state-licensed lounges. Verify current hours and policies before visiting.
Smoke and Mirrors — Opened and Closed
Smoke and Mirrors, located adjacent to Thrive Cannabis Marketplace at 2975 Sammy Davis Jr Dr, was the first state-licensed consumption lounge to open in Nevada on February 23, 2024. It ceased operations on April 4, 2025 — just 14 months after opening.
Thrive, the parent company, issued a public statement citing the business was unsustainable under current conditions:
The regulatory framework, associated compliance costs, and limitation on the types of products that can be offered simply doesn't support a sustainable business model.
Thrive Cannabis Marketplace (Statement on Smoke and Mirrors closure)
The closure of Smoke and Mirrors highlights the significant challenges facing Nevada's consumption lounge industry. Restrictions on alcohol sales, gambling, and product offerings — combined with high compliance costs — make the business model difficult to sustain. It is a cautionary signal for the remaining licensees still working to open.
More Lounges Coming?
21 additional conditional licenses have been issued by the CCB, but none of these lounges are operational yet. Licensees are working through facility construction, inspections, and compliance requirements before they can open.
| Total licenses issued | 40 (20 independent + 20 retail-attached) |
|---|---|
| Social equity allocation | 10 of 20 independent licenses reserved for social equity applicants |
| Social equity deadline | Extended to 2026 by the CCB |
| Currently operating (state-licensed) | 1 (DAZED! at Planet 13) |
| Currently operating (tribal) | 1 (NuWu SkyHigh Lounge) |
| Closed | 1 (Smoke and Mirrors) |
The slow pace of lounge openings — combined with Smoke and Mirrors' closure — means tourists should not count on a wide selection of lounges during their visit. Plan around the two that are operating: DAZED! and NuWu.
Key Consumption Lounge Rules
All state-licensed consumption lounges in Nevada must follow these CCB-mandated rules:
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Age requirement | 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID — strictly enforced, no exceptions |
| No alcohol | Alcohol cannot be served, sold, or brought onto the premises |
| No gambling | No gaming machines, table games, or any form of gambling |
| No outside cannabis | You must purchase products on-site. Bringing your own cannabis (BYOC) is prohibited |
| No takeaway | You cannot take unfinished products with you when you leave |
| Indoor consumption only | Consumption must occur in the designated indoor area — not outside or in the parking lot |
| Ventilation | Robust ventilation systems are required to maintain air quality and prevent smoke from reaching non-consumption areas |
| Edible serving limits | 10 mg THC per individual serving (same as retail) |
| Entertainment | Live entertainment is permitted — DJs, musicians, performers allowed |
The easiest way to think about consumption lounges is like a bar, but for cannabis instead of alcohol. You enter, show your ID, buy your products from the menu, consume them in the designated area, and leave. Staff are there to help — especially if you are a first-time consumer. The main differences from a bar: no alcohol, no gambling, and you cannot bring your own product or take leftovers home.
Official Sources
- CCB List of Licensed Dispensaries & Lounges
- CCB Biennial Report 2025
- NRS 678D — Adult Use of Cannabis (Consumption Lounge Provisions)
- CCB Consumer Resources
For statewide Nevada cannabis laws, regulations, and licensing information, visit our companion site NevadaCannabis.com
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