CannaVana Dispensary in Rockland MA

CannaVana, the South Shore’s dispensary

Ask around the South Shore about where to shop for cannabis and CannaVana Dispensary in Rockland MA comes up fast. The store at 256 Weymouth Street in Rockland calls itself “The South Shore’s Cannabis Dispensary,” and it backs that up with one of the deepest menus around, a loyalty club with a name that sticks, and a team the store describes as “courteous and knowledgeable.”

CannaVana’s goal is simple. In its own words, it “strives to provide its customers with quality products at a competitive price in Rockland.” Here is a closer look at the store, how to shop it, and how to plan a visit.

Serving Rockland since 2020

CannaVana has been open since the summer of 2020. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists the store at 256 Weymouth Street as an active, licensed cannabis retailer, open since July 24, 2020.

A license renewal filing with the Commission describes the retail space at about 2,500 square feet. The store calls itself “Fully Certified & Compliant,” which is exactly what you want to hear from a dispensary that has been part of the community for years now.

Dozens of brands under one roof

If variety is what you are after, CannaVana is a strong pick. The store says it features “dozens of brands,” and its brand list on the website runs well past one hundred names.

You will see household names from across the Massachusetts market, such as Kiva, Wana, Wyld and Incredibles for edibles, Rove and Select for vapes, Jeeter and Dogwalkers for pre-rolls, and Cresco, Garden Society and Glass House on the shelves too. CannaVana also has its own house brand, which sits right alongside the big names.

The store describes itself as a “resource for the region’s finest” products, and with a list that long, there is a good chance you will find what you are looking for, or something new to try.

How to shop the CannaVana menu

CannaVana’s online menu is organized in a way that makes browsing easy. Here is how the categories break down:

Flower: all flower, plus shake and trim, and small buds
Pre-rolls: singles, packs and infused pre-rolls
Vaporizers: cartridges, disposables, pods and batteries, so you can pick up hardware and refills in one stop
Edibles: baked goods, chews, chocolates, drinks and gummies
More products: concentrates, tinctures, topicals and accessories

There are a few handy shortcuts as well. A Featured Products section highlights what the store wants you to see right now. A Sleep section groups products for winding down, and a Clearance Bin is worth a look if you like to hunt. You can also shop by strain type, with filters for indica, sativa, hybrid and high THC.

Bundles worth knowing about

One thing CannaVana is known for is bundles. The store invites shoppers to “get discounts on bundles,” and it builds them across almost every category: vendor bundles, flower bundles, pre-roll bundles, vape bundles, edible bundles and concentrate bundles.

Bundles change, so the best place to see what is available is the Bundles page on the store’s website before you head over.

Join the CannaFam

CannaVana’s loyalty program goes by a name that suits it: the CannaFam. Signing up is quick, either through the store’s website or at the counter.

Members get exclusive offers, can keep track of their purchases, and receive updates on specials, events and new products. If you shop at CannaVana more than once in a while, joining is an easy call.

Learn a little before you buy

CannaVana keeps a blog for customers who want to brush up on the basics. Recent topics include a guide to sativa, indica and hybrid strains, and a piece on cannabis and the body that starts with a look at how long people have used the plant, back to at least the third millennium BC.

Pair that reading with a conversation at the counter. The store says its staff are courteous and knowledgeable and ready to help you find the right products, so do not be shy about asking questions.

Order online, pick up in store

Want to skip the browsing? CannaVana lets you place an order online for pickup at the Rockland store. Browse the menu, build your order, and head over when it suits you. It is the fastest way in and out, especially on a busy weekend. The website also has a customer login, so once you set up an account you can sign in, see your cart and come back to your order on your next visit without starting over.

Massachusetts cannabis basics

If you are new to adult-use cannabis in Massachusetts, here are the ground rules, straight from the state’s Cannabis Control Commission:

Age. You must be 21 or older to buy adult-use cannabis, and retail purchases require a government-issued ID.
How much you can carry. State law lets you carry up to two ounces in public.
At home. You can keep up to 10 ounces at home. Anything over two ounces must be locked in a secure place.
Where you can use it. Not in public places and not on federal land, whether you smoke, vape or eat it.
In the car. Open containers are not allowed in a vehicle’s passenger area. Keep cannabis in a closed container in the trunk or a locked glove compartment, and never drive under the influence.
Across state lines. It is illegal to take cannabis out of Massachusetts, whether by car, plane, train or boat, and you cannot mail it.

Knowing these rules makes every trip to Weymouth Street easy and stress free.

Plan your visit

Hours. CannaVana is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 9pm, and Sunday from 10am to 7:30pm.

Address. 256 Weymouth Street, Rockland, MA 02370.

Phone. Call the store at (774) 420-3050 with questions before you visit.

Adults 21+. CannaVana is an adult-use dispensary, so plan to bring a valid photo ID showing you are 21 or older.

Stay in touch. Follow CannaVana on Facebook and Instagram for specials, events and new arrivals.

Your first visit, step by step

Check the menu first. Look over the categories, bundles and featured products online so you know where to start.
Bring your ID. You need a valid ID showing you are 21 or older.
Ask the team. Tell the staff what you are curious about. With well over a hundred brands, they can help narrow things down.
Look at the bundles. If you are buying more than one item, a bundle may be worth it.
Join the CannaFam. Sign up before you leave so your next visit comes with member offers.

Getting to CannaVana

CannaVana is at 256 Weymouth Street in Rockland. Rockland sits about 22 miles south of Boston and about 8 miles northeast of Brockton, and it borders Weymouth, Hingham, Norwell, Hanover, Hanson, Whitman and Abington.

Route 3 clips the northeast corner of town and connects to Route 228, and Routes 123 and 139 run together just south of the town center, so the store is within easy reach from across the South Shore. The Get directions button on this page opens the store in Google Maps.

Make a day of it in Rockland

Rockland has a long story for a small town. The land was granted in 1654 as part of the Hatherly Grant, and settlers arrived in 1673, when it was still the northeastern part of Abington. Rockland split off and became its own town on March 9, 1874. Its name comes from its rocky land, which suited mills and industry better than farming.

Shoes made Rockland. Shoe factories, timber exports and sawmills drove the town’s growth through the 1800s and during the Civil War, before production declined after the Great Depression. Business picked up again after World War II along Routes 123 and 139. In 2020 the census counted 17,803 residents.

The old factories have found new life too. Artists have moved into former factory buildings, and the Codman Building, once home to the Emerson Shoe Company, became the Emerson Shoe Lofts after it was rezoned for housing in 2007. Rockland is also home to the US headquarters of EMD Serono and to Rockland Trust Company. If you want to stretch your legs, the former Old Colony rail line through town has been turned into a trail for walking and biking.

History fans can walk the Lower Union Street Historic District and see buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Grand Army of the Republic Hall from 1899 and the Rockland Memorial Library from 1903. A few more bits of Rockland trivia: part of the South Weymouth Naval Air Station’s landing strips once ran through town, until that airstrip closed in 1996. The town still runs on an open town meeting with a five-member board of selectmen, and its own school system serves about 2,500 students, and the high school teams play as the Rockland Bulldogs.

The town also counts astronaut Brian Duffy, author George V. Higgins and professional golfer Megan Khang among its notable names.

Why CannaVana Rockland is worth the trip

CannaVana makes shopping easy. It has a menu that covers every category, a brand list that runs past one hundred names, bundles in nearly every department, and a loyalty club that rewards regulars. It has been licensed and serving Rockland since 2020, with staff the store describes as courteous and knowledgeable.

If you are anywhere on the South Shore, put Weymouth Street on your list, check the menu online, and join the CannaFam while you are there.

For adults 21 and over. Please consume responsibly.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is CannaVana in Rockland?

CannaVana is at 256 Weymouth Street, Rockland, MA 02370. You can reach the store at (774) 420-3050. Rockland is about 22 miles south of Boston and about 8 miles northeast of Brockton, with Route 3 and Routes 123 and 139 close by. Use the Get directions button on this page for the route.

What are CannaVana Rockland's hours?

CannaVana is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 9pm, and Sunday from 10am to 7:30pm. You can also place an order online and pick it up at the Rockland store during open hours. Check the store’s website or social pages before a holiday visit in case hours change.

What is the CannaFam?

The CannaFam is CannaVana’s loyalty program. Members get exclusive offers, can keep track of their purchases, and receive updates on specials, events and new products. You can sign up through the store’s website or ask at the counter, and it is a good idea if you plan to shop there regularly.

Can I order ahead at CannaVana?

Yes. CannaVana lets you place an order online for pickup at its Rockland store. Browse the menu by category, brand or strain type, add what you want, and pick it up when it suits you. Online ordering is the fastest way in and out, especially on busy weekends.

How long has CannaVana been open?

CannaVana has been serving Rockland since 2020. The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists its adult-use retail license as active, with operations starting on July 24, 2020. The store describes itself as fully certified and compliant, with courteous and knowledgeable staff.