Recreational Marijuana in Colorado Springs
As of April 15, 2025, it is legal in Colorado Springs for adults over 21 to purchase marijuana for recreational use.
Things To Know
Before purchasing or using recreational marijuana in Colorado Springs, review these key laws to ensure you stay within state and local regulations.
- Adults age 21 and older may purchase recreational cannabis from licensed dispensaries with a valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport.
- Selling or giving retail marijuana to anyone under 21 is illegal.
- Cannabis can only be sold by state-licensed establishments.
- Adults may legally possess up to one ounce of marijuana or marijuana products.
- Consumption is permitted only on private property with the owner’s permission; it is prohibited in public spaces, including parks, sidewalks and anywhere smoking is banned.
- Marijuana possession and use are banned on federal property, including National Forests.
- Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal and considered a DUI offense.
- Transporting cannabis across state lines is illegal, regardless of other states’ laws.
Other municipalities in the Pikes Peak Region also allow retail marijuana stores. Please go to each city's website to determine specific marijuana sale and consumption laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recreational marijuana legal in Colorado Springs?
Yes. Recreational marijuana sales became legal in Colorado Springs in April 2025.
Can I consume marijuana in public?
No. Consumption is only allowed on private property with the owner’s permission, such as at a private residence or private rental. It is illegal in all public spaces, including sidewalks, parks and businesses, and is also prohibited on federal land such as national parks and forests.
Can I drive after using marijuana?
No. Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal in Colorado and is treated the same as a DUI.
What are the age restrictions for buying recreational marijuana in Colorado Springs?
You must be 21 or older to purchase or use recreational marijuana.
Where can I purchase recreational marijuana in Colorado Springs?
Adults 21 and older can purchase marijuana only at licensed retail dispensaries.
How much marijuana can I purchase at one time?
You may legally purchase up to one ounce of cannabis at a time. This can include up to one ounce of flower, 8 grams of concentrate or products containing up to 800 milligrams of THC. The state’s equivalency rules apply to all purchases.
What’s the difference between medical and recreational marijuana?
Licensed retail marijuana stores can sell retail marijuana to individuals 21 or older. To purchase medical marijuana, a person must obtain a medical marijuana registry identification card from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
Can tourists purchase cannabis in Colorado Springs?
Yes. Anyone age 21 or older with a valid government-issued ID may purchase recreational marijuana at licensed dispensaries.
Can I take marijuana with me when I leave Colorado?
No. Marijuana is illegal under federal law and cannot be taken across state lines or through airports, even if the destination state also allows recreational use.
Where can I find more information about marijuana laws in Colorado Springs?
For official guidance, visit the City of Colorado Springs website or the Colorado Department of Revenue’s Marijuana Enforcement Division.
