The Emjays Awards
The Emjays International Cannabis Awards
| Status | TBD |
| Full Name | The Emjays International Cannabis Awards |
| 2026 Date | December 2026 (TBD) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Location | Las Vegas, NV (typically during MJBizCon week) |
| Organizer | The Emjays |
| Website | theemjays.com |
| Note | Specific date TBD. Typically aligned with MJBizCon week. |
About The Emjays
The Emjays International Cannabis Awards recognize excellence across the global cannabis industry. The annual awards ceremony is typically held in Las Vegas during MJBizCon week, taking advantage of the industry's largest gathering to maximize attendance and visibility.
Unlike product-focused competitions like the Cannabis Cup or Emerald Cup, The Emjays celebrate industry-wide achievement — brands, marketing, social impact, business innovation, and individual contributors to the industry's growth.
What to Expect
- Awards ceremony with categories spanning the cannabis industry
- Industry networking at the highest levels
- International perspective with nominations and winners from multiple countries
- Strategic timing alongside MJBizCon to maximize industry presence
Why Industry Awards Matter
Awards programs like The Emjays serve a critical function as the cannabis industry matures: they establish benchmarks for excellence beyond just product quality. By recognizing brands, marketers, advocates, and innovators, they help build the broader ecosystem that supports professional industry growth.