Cannabis Comedians
Comedy performers who get the culture — for cannabis events, dispensary grand openings, 420 shows, and industry after-parties.
Why Book a Cannabis Comedian?
Industry conferences don't have to be all business. Cannabis comedians bring energy, relatability, and comic relief to events — from keynote openers and awards ceremony hosts to after-party entertainment and dispensary launch events.
The best cannabis comedians aren't just telling weed jokes. They understand the industry, the culture, and the audience — and they can riff on everything from compliance headaches to edible dosing disasters in a way that only people in the space truly appreciate.
Book a Comedian For:
- Conference after-parties and networking events
- Awards ceremony hosting and emcee duties
- Dispensary grand openings and customer events
- 420 celebrations and holiday events
- Cannabis brand launch parties
- Corporate team events and holiday parties
- Podcast and livestream guest appearances
Cannabis Comedians Directory
Comedians known for performing at cannabis events, festivals, and industry gatherings. Watch their sets and reach out for booking.
Ngaio Bealum
The cannabis comedy godfather. Hosted Netflix's Cooking on High, MCs for High Times, Emerald Cup, and ICBC events. Produces a monthly “420 Comedy Extravaganza” and has his own pre-roll line. Writes the “Ask a Stoner” column and is a judge at multiple cannabis cups.
Doug Benson
Hosted Getting Doug with High (439K YouTube subscribers), starred in the documentary Super High Me, hosted Comedy Central's The High Court, and was named High Times “Stoner of the Year” in 2006. Two decades at the intersection of comedy and cannabis.
Billy Anderson / The Gateway Show
Founded The Gateway Show in 2015 — a nationally touring comedy format where comedians perform sober, then return to the stage high. Sponsored by cannabis companies and has toured all 50 states.
Mike Glazer
Named to High Times' 100 Most Influential in Cannabis. Created the “GLAZED” cannabis comedy show in LA and co-hosted the Weed + Grub podcast for 6 years.
Matt Besser
Co-founder of Upright Citizens Brigade. Created the cannabis stand-up special Pot Humor, filmed at NW Cannabis Club in Portland. Has hosted annual 4/20 shows at UCB theaters for over 10 years.
Jeffrey Peterson / The 420 Comic
Self-branded “The 420 Comic.” Winner of Marijuana Show Season 1. Creator of Cali Chronic Comix cannabis comic books. Tours “The Dopest Show on Earth” nationwide.
Mike Masilotti
Regular performer and co-host on The Gateway Show cannabis comedy tour. Over 50 Gateway Shows nationwide. Went viral performing stand-up while high on stage.
Victor Martinez Jr.
Founded The High Tonight Show, billed as “The Longest Running 420 Talk Show in America” — a cannabis-friendly late-night comedy talk show based in Austin.
Chris Riggins
Partners with Coastal Sun Farm as cannabis brand ambassador. Hosts 420 events in San Francisco with cannabis culture commentary woven throughout his act.
Frank DeRuggiero
Produces and hosts “Chronic Comedy” at Positive Vibes Cannabis Club in Brooklyn — blending stand-up with cannabis lounge culture. Pioneering the East Coast cannabis comedy scene.
Are You a Cannabis Comedian?
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Know a Cannabis Comedian We Should List?
This page is a growing directory. If you know a comedian who regularly performs at cannabis events and should be featured here, let us know.