Las Vegas is a prime destination for cannabis shoppers, offering two main ways to access products: strolling into a licensed dispensary or having cannabis delivered directly to their doorstep. Both options carry unique advantages—and are governed by specific Nevada laws and regulations.

In-Store Shopping: Interactive and Immediate

For visitors who want personalized guidance and an immersive experience, in-store shopping is unmatched. Licensed dispensaries, regulated under Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) Title 56 and the Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB), require customers to present a valid ID proving they are 21 or older, and they offer immediate access to a variety of products—flower, edibles, concentrates, and more.

Local brick-and-mortar stores like Planet 13 (just off the Strip) add an element of showmanship to shopping, making browsing both fun and educational. The sense-measure-select dynamic—seeing, smelling, and talking to knowledgeable budtenders—is something delivery simply can’t replicate.

Delivery: Convenience with Constraints

Delivery is fully legal in Nevada for both recreational and medical cannabis. However, state law tightly regulates how delivery works:

• Only state-licensed cannabis sales facilities—or approved third parties acting under contract—may deliver, and all delivery agents must hold valid cannabis establishment agent registration cards.
• Deliveries are allowed only to private residences—not to hotels, casinos, schools, parks, or gaming establishments.
• Each delivery must follow a driver’s trip plan and manifest, logged in the state’s seed-to-sale tracking system, and the agent must verify the recipient’s identity on delivery.
• Delivery vehicles must store products in locked, non-visible compartments, and drivers are monitored via GPS and body-cam systems.
• Purchase limits apply: a maximum of 5 ounces per trip, but no more than 1 ounce delivered to a single residence in one day.

Regulatory Updates & Purchase Limits

In June 2023, Nevada raised allowable possession and purchase limits—from 1 ounce of flower to 2.5 ounces, and concentrates from 1/8 ounce to 1/4 ounce—effective January 1, 2024. These higher limits apply to both in-store and delivery transactions.

In 2025, Assembly Bill 203 was introduced to broaden delivery access, reinforce tax compliance, and crack down on unlicensed sellers, signaling ongoing evolution in cannabis commerce statewide.

Weighing the Trade-Offs

• In-Store Advantages
  • Expert budtender guidance and product education
  • Immediate purchase and fulfillment
  • Sensory experience of seeing, smelling, and handling products
  • No delivery fees or order minimums

• In-Store Limitations
  • Requires travel and time investment
  • Potential for long lines or wait times
  • Less privacy, as purchases occur in public spaces

• Delivery Advantages
  • Ultimate convenience with home drop-off
  • Discreet and private shopping option
  • Easy ordering via phone or online platforms

• Delivery Limitations
  • Strict regulations on delivery locations and logistics
  • Fees and minimum order requirements may apply
  • No opportunity for in-person product inspection
  • Age verification and ID checks at delivery can add extra steps

Smart Mix: Hybrid Strategies

Some dispensaries now embrace hybrid models—allowing customers to order online and pick up in-store or curbside. This combines speed with in-person support, offering the best of both worlds for Strip-area shoppers.