As the city of Portland, Maine prepares to erupt in a kaleidoscope of color, celebration, and community for this weekend’s Pride Parade and Festival (Saturday, June 21, 2025), there’s no better way to elevate your experience—literally and figuratively—than by stopping in at one of HighNorth Mystique of Maine’s cannabis dispensary locations. Whether you’re a local, a visiting ally, or a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, this blog will guide you through the best Pride deals, the easiest dispensary locations to access near the parade, and the shared history between the cannabis and LGBTQ+ movements.
Portland Pride Parade & Festival 2025: What to Expect
Hosted by Pride Portland!, this year’s celebration promises an unforgettable day of inclusivity, art, and activism. Here’s what you need to know:
- Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
- Time: Parade begins at 1:30 PM
- Route: Starts at Monument Square, marches down Congress Street, turns onto High Street, and wraps up on Park Avenue.
- Festival Location: Deering Oaks Park
At the park, you’ll find a full-scale celebration with live local performers, a buzzing beer garden, family zones, and vendors from across Maine. Think of it as a joyful melting pot of music, resistance, and visibility.
🛑 Pro Tip: The parade route cuts straight through Portland’s busiest downtown corridor, so parking and navigation will be tricky. Luckily, HighNorth Mystique has you covered nearby.
HighNorth Mystique of Maine: Locations Near the Parade
HighNorth Mystique has strategically placed locations for both convenience and experience. If you’re looking to roll through Pride weekend without detours, here’s where to go:
Portland – 685 Congress Street
This location is a Pride Parade front-row seat—smack on the parade route itself. It’s perfect for a quick pre-parade purchase or mid-celebration restock.
- Walkable from Monument Square
- Easy access before street closures
- Great visibility, strong community presence
Portland – 745 Forest Avenue
Just outside the central hustle, this store offers ample parking and is less congested during Pride events.
- Great for those arriving from I-295
- Ideal for longer visits or first-time shoppers
South Portland – 29 Western Avenue
Cross the Casco Bay Bridge and you’ll find this location tucked into a quieter zone, great for relaxing after a loud and proud day.
- Accessible by car or rideshare
- Close to food spots and coffee, plus joints for winding down
Puff, Puff, Pride: HighNorth Mystique of Maine’s June Cannabis Specials
Celebrating Pride doesn’t have to break the bank. HighNorth Mystique of Maine is offering deals this month that make it easier to stock up for your rainbow-laced weekend:
🌼 Summer Flower Sale
Mix & match select in-house 1/8ths for only $99.99 per ounce. Choose from curated strains that deliver both high-quality effects and wallet-friendly prices.
🌈 15% Off House Brand Pre-Rolls
Nothing says celebration like a freshly packed pre-roll. HighNorth Mystique of Maine’s house brand varieties are smooth, potent, and now more affordable than ever.
💥 These deals are valid while supplies last, so it’s best to visit early in the weekend if you want your pick of the flower.
Cannabis & Pride: A Shared Legacy of Resistance
Cannabis and LGBTQ+ rights share deep activist roots. The two movements intersected most visibly during the 1980s AIDS epidemic, when gay activists like Dennis Peron and Mary Jane Rathbun (“Brownie Mary”) led the charge to decriminalize cannabis for medicinal use.
Peron famously said, “All marijuana use is medical”—a sentiment that resonates today in how many LGBTQ+ individuals have used cannabis for healing, relief from trauma, and bodily autonomy.
According to Cannabis Creative, both cannabis users and LGBTQ+ individuals have faced government surveillance, stigma, and criminalization. Pride is not just a celebration—it’s a reclamation. So is cannabis.
Pride Tips: Elevate Responsibly
Pride is a marathon, not a sprint. Here are a few cannabis-centric safety tips for the weekend:
- 💧 Hydrate often, especially when consuming edibles or concentrates.
- 🧺 Pack light: A vape, pre-roll, or discreet edible can go a long way without weighing you down.
- 🚕 Plan your ride: Use public transportation or rideshare services to avoid driving under the influence.
Final Thoughts: Come for the Parade, Stay for the Plant
There’s no celebration quite like Portland Pride, and no better cannabis companion than HighNorth Mystique of Maine. Our local roots, welcoming atmosphere, and inclusive approach to wellness make us a natural ally for the LGBTQ+ community.
Whether you’re stocking up for a weekend of festivities or honoring the legacies that brought us here, HighNorth Mystique of Maine is your one-stop shop for elevated celebration.
Happy Pride, Portland. Stay loud. Stay proud. Stay lifted.