‘High in the Desert’ is buzzing with live music, cannabis, food and more

High in the desert is half music festival/half cannabis expo and a whole afternoon of fun.

On Saturday, October 5, dozens of cannabis brands, retailers and more are coming to the MSA attachment during the festival’s second biennial event. Whether you’re a fan of live music, a cannabis enthusiast or a foodie, there’s something for everyone at High in the Desert.

VIP ticket holders ($120) enter at 4:00 PM, general admission ($65) is at 5:00 PM and the event runs until 10:00 PM at 267 S. Avenida del Convento.

Live music on tap

The event will be headlined by The Expendables, a reggae band from Santa Cruz, California. Immediately
quartet of musicians, the group has made a name for itself since 1997 with a mix of reggae, ska, punk and metal. With eight studio albums to their name, expect a mix of crowd-moving jams and a heavy Californian surf rock influence.

Supporting bands include Anarbor (from Phoenix), The Irie (from Chandler) and Tucson native Anjanee.

In addition, DJ Frvnk Benjvmin will be present during the event, while Lucid Lizard Entertainment will perform between sets. Emcee Beef Vegan of Rock 102.1 KFMA will entertain festival goers all day long.

Cannabis in its (many) forms

This is High in the Desert, so expect an abundance of cannabis plants flowing freely in all their different forms. Would you like to taste resin? They will be a dab bar. Do you like pure cannabis buds? Go to the bong bar. Prefer vapor? There is also a bar for that.

There are many brands and pharmacies available, offering plenty of samples and free gifts from:

Grow Science
Abundant organic matter
VARZ cannabis
HALO infusions
Lunchbox pharmacy
D2 Pharmacies
PHENO
Jeeter
That of Dr. Greenthumb
io extracts
The healing of the earth
Hello! Living resin
project packages

When you’re not sampling produce or jamming with the bands, you can enjoy the festival feel with various local artisans and informative booths. Home decoration, smoking accessories, fashion and art are offered.

Onsite businesses include:

Live glassblowing by Sunset Glass Gallery
Live painting with art by Ercolini
Buffalo Bannnon
In AZ it is always 420
Arizona NORMAL
Dive storage
Vibes papers
Zen and gemstones
Quantum Casual
Maude pods
On Cloud Paint
Jasmin Pink Art
Butterfly creations
Turtlewood AZ
balance
Desert Alchemist
Small rabbit jewelry
Tucson Doobie
Creative universe productions
Desert Clairvoyant
Thrush Law Group
Completely from the cannabis world
High in the Desert Merch
AZCan

Munchies don’t stand a chance

The event concludes with a selection of food trucks and vendors offering something for everyone. Wearable treats, decadent treats and creative drinks are offered.

Recommended munchie cures include:

CowPig food cart
You sly dog food truck
Mafia Kitchen Cannolis + Italian soft drinks
Donut Blitz food truck
Roman’s Antojitos
Wild Mami

Burger from CowPig food truck (Photo by Mark Whittaker)

Get your tickets quickly!

High in the Desert takes place at the MSA Annex, 267 S. Avenida del Convento. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com.

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