420 Apparel

The History of 420

420 Cannabis Culture has taken the world by storm, a slang term for marijuana or hashish consumption, usually at the time of 16.20. Since 1991, an annual holiday has also taken place on April 20 (4/20) at various locations across the US. On this day, many head shops, including Grasscity, also offer discounts on select products.

420 dates back to 1971 when five Californian students used the term 4:20 to describe their plan to locate an abandoned cannabis crop that supposedly could be found with a treasure map drawn out by the grower.

Dubbing themselves the Waldos, Steve Capper, Dave Reddix, Jeffrey Noel, Larry Schwartz, and Mark Gravich met at the Louis Pasteur statue on the grounds of San Rafael High School at 4.20 pm. The plan was originally known as “4.20 Louis” but after several attempts to find the crop, this was then shortened to just “4.20”

Over time, the term 4.20 established itself among high school students as a code word for smoking cannabis.

4.20 Products at Grasscity

Grasscity’s varied 420 Collection is ideal for anyone looking for a gift for their smoker friends or family members. From clothing to card games, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to high-quality 420 accessories.

Want to show off your love of all things 420? Or maybe you’re interested in learning a little more about the herbs you're smoking, how they’re cultivated, or the history of their cultivation. Grasscity has everything from educational material to toys, all themed after everybody’s favorite herb.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 420-Friendly mean?

If somewhere is 420-friendly then this means that they are happy for you to smoke cannabis on their premises. This is now common in many US states, as well as places in Europe, particularly in the Netherlands.

Why is 420 so important for weed smokers?

4.20 pm on April 20 is a special day for weed smokers as it celebrates an important part of their lifestyle. As mentioned above, the term can be dated back to 1971, originating in California when 5 high school students set out to locate an abandoned cannabis crop.

What does 420 mean on a Tinder profile?

If a person’s Tinder profile states the term 420, then this means they are a cannabis smoker or are happy for people to smoke weed around them.