Since we can celebrate together in person this year, NCF and The Emerald Cup are joining forces for The Highstream 420 Festival, an online 4/20 celebration benefiting Drug Policy Alliance, Americans for Safe Access and Crew Nation.

Starting at 4pm EDT on Monday, April 20th, viewers will be treated to a diverse array of programming from around the United States.

Along with headline performances by Melissa Etheridge, The Disco Biscuits, The Pharcyde, Ape Drums of Major Lazer, program highlights include:

A Tribute to Charlotte Figi

On April 7, 2020, the world lost Charlotte Figi, a child with a catastrophic type of epilepsy who inspired a CBD movement. Join parents of pediatric cannabis patients as they reflect on the impact Charlotte had on the lives of their children and how her legacy continues to light the path for so many families looking for life-saving remedies for children with chronic conditions.

Ice Water Hash Workshop w/ Frenchy Cannoli

Frenchy Cannoli is a legend in the cannabis community and an Oakland-based teacher, consultant, artisan and activist dedicated to the production and appreciation of traditional cannabis concentrates. Join Frenchy for a workshop walking viewers step-by-step through the ice water hash making process.

Great Moments in Weed History w/ Abdullah Saeed and David Bienenstock

Great Moments in Weed History delves deep into humanity's 10,000+ year relationship with cannabis (a.k.a. "marijuana") to find the humor, heart, and historical importance of this very special plant. Co-hosts Abdullah Saeed and David Bienenstock blaze joints, crack jokes, and explore the people, places, and events that make up the complex and fascinating past of weed and weed culture, from Barack Obama's time in the "Choom Gang," to an exclusive first-hand account of how the Hollywood sign briefly became the Hollyweed sign. Join us during the Highstream 420 Festival for a very special, interactive episode of GWIWH!

Puff n' Paint w/ Chali 2na

With his unmistakable baritone voice and 6-and-a-half foot charm, Chali 2na has established himself as one of hip-hop's preeminent and most charismatic personalities. Chali’s reputation as a Hip Hop Legend continues to build momentum with his artwork, voice-over work, and an increasing variety of performance collaborations. Join us for a very special 4/20 sesh!

Weed+Grub with Laganja Estranja

Spark up and chow down with Mike Glazer and Mary Jane (yes, that’s her real name) as they smoke, snack, and swap tales about cannabis, comedy, sex, cooking, pop culture… basically everything you already love. Join the team behind Weed+Grub for a very special 4/20 broadcast featuring Laganja Estranja, world-renowned female illusionist, choreographer, music artist, cannabis advocate and LGBTQ+ icon. Light a joint, grab a bite and come along.

Tool Time w/ Puffco

Join Puffco as they share highlights from Puffco Enrichment events featuring interviews with glass blowers, growers, and artists. Follow the Puffco team as they demonstrate the wonders of one of their industry-leading designed tools and watch as they profile of one of California's top chefs, Joe Sasto.

Flow Kana: Farm to Bong

Building upon their mission of organically and sustainably farmed agriculture, Flow Kana developed the “Farm to Bong” program allowing festival-goers to carve and build their own bongs from organic fruits and vegetables.

Higher Education w/ Kyle O'Quin from Portugal. The Man.

Kyle loves classical music as much as he loves cannabis and he loves to talk about it. The piano/keyboard player from the Grammy Award winning rock band, Portugal. The Man takes you on a journey drawing the parallels from his favorite composers to his favorite strains. It will be an experience like you have never had before.

Burn One with Berner & Friends

Ring in 4:20pm on the East Coast live with Berner and some very special guests!

Interactive Policy talk: The MORE Act w/ Drug Policy Alliance, NORML, ACLU

In November of 2019, the House Judiciary Committee advanced the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement Act, better known as the MORE Act, to end federal marijuana prohibition and criminalization. Come hear about how this legislation came to be, why it is important, and what it is going to take to turn the MORE Act into law.

And more!

To RSVP and to learn more about The Highstream TV programs and schedule, please click here.

We’ll see you on 4/20!