
Nova Farms, where it all started for the city
Every city has a first, and in Attleboro the first recreational cannabis shop was Nova Farms Dispensary in Attleboro MA. The store at 1000 Washington Street opened in the spring of 2020, right in the middle of one of the strangest moments in modern history, and it has been welcoming adults 21 and over ever since.
Today Nova Farms has grown into a company with stores in four states, and the footer of its website still lists Attleboro as the home of its corporate office. Add in hours that run from 8am to 11pm every single day, and you have a store worth knowing. Here is the full rundown.
Open since 2020
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists 1000 Washington Street as an active, licensed adult-use cannabis retailer, open since March 5, 2020.
Then the world hit pause. On May 25, 2020, as Massachusetts pot shops reopened after the pandemic shutdown, CBS Boston reported that the city’s first recreational pot shop had opened that Monday. “Nova Farms was ready to open in April but had to delay the grand opening due to the shutdown,” the station noted. It was quite a debut, and a sign of how much patience it took to get this store off the ground.
Grown close to home
Nova Farms is more than a storefront. On its Attleboro page, the company says many of the flower, concentrates, edibles and pre-rolls on its shelves are grown and made in house “from sun-nurtured plants.” It says it manages every step, “from harvest to final testing,” so it can keep tight control over quality, sustainability and cost.
That is a big part of the Nova Farms identity. The company calls itself “a locally rooted, people-first company,” and its page for shoppers near the Rhode Island line says much of its cannabis is grown on its own fields. If you like knowing where your products come from, this is a good place to ask questions.
A store from the Northeast, rooted in Attleboro
Attleboro was the start, and the Nova Farms family has kept growing. Its website now lists three Massachusetts stores, in Attleboro, Dracut and Framingham, plus locations in New Britain, Connecticut, Woodbury, New Jersey and Greenville Junction, Maine. Through all that growth, the Attleboro shop is still where the company keeps its corporate office.
Budtenders who listen first
The Attleboro page sets a clear expectation for first-time shoppers: “a bright, welcoming space staffed by budtenders who listen first and recommend second.” The team says it will take time to learn what you want to feel, or want to avoid, before suggesting anything, and that it is happy to walk you through aromas, cannabinoid ratios, terpene profiles and consumption tips.
The Google reviews on the store page tell the same story. A few favorites:
- “Every time I visit, the music is bumping, the vibes are good, and everyone is so knowledgeable and kind.”
- “Awesome staff and products!! You won’t find nicer budtenders!”
- “Always get a weird feeling in dispensary’s but nova farms is great.”
- “My experience was top-notch, the staff was so friendly and welcoming, and the place smelled divine.”
One shopper summed it up in three words: “Worth the trip.”
What’s on the menu
Nova Farms Attleboro is recreational only, with a menu that covers flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, concentrates, tinctures, beverages and accessories. The company says it keeps the menu loaded with rotating specials, such as mix-and-match eighths that let you explore new strains, and that fresh updates are posted daily. Check the live deals before you go, because they change often.
Order ahead, pick up fast
Online ordering is the quick route. Nova Farms says its live menu shows exactly what is on the shelves. Add your picks to the cart, follow the checkout prompts and the store will text you when your order is ready. Bring a valid ID and payment, and the company says you will be out the door in minutes.
The Nova Farms blog adds a smart tip: ordering ahead is a good way to lock in lower-supply items, so you never make the drive only to find your favorite is sold out.
Points, perks and local love
Nova Farms runs a VIP loyalty program it calls Points and Perks. According to the company, it is free to join, takes only a couple of minutes and earns points with every dollar you spend. You can redeem those points in the store for exclusive drops and surprise rewards, and members get early access to new products.
There are two more perks worth knowing:
- Veterans. Show proof of service during your visit and the team will note it in your profile. “Thank you for your service,” the store page says.
- Attleboro residents. Show a driver’s license from Attleboro at checkout to take full advantage of all Nova Farms programs and specials.
Big events on Washington Street
Nova Farms Attleboro knows how to throw a party. For 4/20 in 2026, the company billed the Attleboro store as the home of its largest in-person 420 event across all locations. The plan for Saturday, April 18 included a food truck at the dispensary from noon to 6pm, in-store promotions and apparel clearouts, with a full stretch of deals running from Thursday through the following Tuesday.
Then came a visit from a true Boston legend. On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 7 to 9pm, Celtics great Robert Parish was scheduled to visit Nova Farms Attleboro for a meet-and-greet, signing memorabilia and celebrating the launch of his own cannabis collection. “The Chief” spent 14 of his 21 NBA seasons in Boston, made nine All-Star teams, was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2003, and saw his No. 00 jersey retired by the Celtics in 1998. “I am looking forward to meeting my fans and fellow fans of the bud,” Parish said in the event announcement. “Please stop by and say hello.”
Keep an eye on the Nova Farms blog and social pages for the next one.
Edible smarts from the Nova Farms blog
The Nova Farms blog has a handy guide called “Cannabis Etiquette 101: Be Responsible with Edibles.” Its best advice is worth keeping in your back pocket:
- Be patient. Edibles take longer to kick in than smoking or vaping, and that delay is why people sometimes take more than they should.
- Read the label. Check the packaging and the lab-tested THC content before you eat or share.
- Talk it through. If you are sharing, tell your friends the THC content and suggest a serving size that fits their experience.
- Start low. Everyone reacts differently, so begin with a lower dose and give it time to fully set in before having more.
Getting there
Nova Farms makes the drive easy to plan. From Rhode Island, the company suggests taking I-95 North to Fountain Street and turning onto Washington Street, or taking Exit 2A off I-295 North, which it calls the fastest route to Washington Street. It puts the store about 12 minutes (6 miles) from Pawtucket, Rhode Island, about 20 minutes from Plainville and about 25 minutes from Barrington, Rhode Island.
Plan your visit
Address. 1000 Washington Street, Attleboro, MA 02703.
Hours. Open every day, 8am to 11pm, Sunday through Saturday. Holiday hours can change, so check the website if you are cutting it close.
Phone. (833) 420-6682.
Pickup. Order online, wait for the text and pick up in the store.
Adults 21+. Nova Farms Attleboro is a fully recreational dispensary, so no medical card is needed. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID showing you are 21 or older. Shoppers from out of state are welcome with a valid ID.
Massachusetts cannabis basics
Here are the state rules from the Cannabis Control Commission:
- Age. 21 or older, with a government-issued ID for every retail purchase.
- Carrying. Up to two ounces in public.
- At home. Up to 10 ounces, and anything over two ounces must be locked up.
- Where to use it. Not in public places and not on federal land.
- In the car. No open containers in the passenger area. Use a closed container in the trunk or a locked glove compartment, and never drive under the influence.
- State lines. It is illegal to take cannabis out of Massachusetts, and it cannot be mailed. Rhode Island is just over the state line from Attleboro, so plan to enjoy your purchase on the Massachusetts side.
Your first visit, step by step
- Check the live menu. See what is in stock and which specials are running.
- Order ahead if you like. The store texts you when it is ready.
- Bring your ID and payment. A valid, government-issued photo ID is a must.
- Talk to a budtender. They listen first and recommend second.
- Join Points and Perks. It is free, and veterans and Attleboro residents get extra love.
Make a day of it in Attleboro
Attleboro is a Bristol County city of about 27.77 square miles, named after Attleborough in England, where many of its 1600s settlers came from. It used to be even bigger. Cumberland, Rhode Island was part of it until 1747, and North Attleborough until 1887. When Attleboro became a city, it dropped the “ugh” from its name, while North Attleborough kept it. Locals still call it “A-Town.”
The city is made up of a long list of neighborhoods and villages, from Briggs Corner and Hebronville to Dodgeville, Oak Hill and South Attleboro. The Ten Mile River, fed by the Bungay River, winds through it all, and the highest point is Oak Hill, at 249 feet.
For culture, the downtown Attleboro Arts Museum has 3,500 square feet of gallery space with rotating exhibits, and Nova Farms notes that admission and parking are always free. The Women at Work Museum and the Museum at the Mill add more local history. Nature lovers can head to the Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary, 75 acres owned by Mass Audubon, or explore the Bungay River Conservation Area and Attleboro Springs. Since 2017 the city has hosted the Jewelry City Steampunk Festival, and every Thanksgiving the Attleboro High School Blue Bombardiers play their traditional football rivalry game against North Attleborough.
Getting around is easy, too. GATRA buses serve the city, and Routes 1A, 118, 123 and 152 crisscross town, with 118, 123 and 152 meeting in Attleboro center.
Why Nova Farms Attleboro is worth the stop
Nova Farms Attleboro was the city’s first recreational dispensary, it opened through a pandemic, and it has kept growing ever since. It grows much of what it sells, keeps its doors open from 8am to 11pm every day, rewards veterans and local residents, and plans events big enough to bring a Celtics legend to Washington Street. For a store with real Attleboro roots, this is the one to visit.
Cannabis is for adults 21 and over. Please consume responsibly.
Sources
- Nova Farms, Attleboro store page, VIP loyalty and Rhode Island border pages: novafarms.com
- Nova Farms blog, “Meet Celtics Legend Robert Parish at Nova Farms Attleboro”
- Nova Farms blog, “Biggest 420 Event & Cannabis Deals in Attleboro, MA”
- Nova Farms blog, “How to Save Money Buying Weed in Massachusetts”
- Nova Farms blog, “Cannabis Etiquette 101: Be Responsible with Edibles”
- CBS Boston, “Massachusetts Pot Shops Reopen; Customers Line Up For Curbside Marijuana Pickup,” May 25, 2020
- Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission, licensing data: masscannabiscontrol.com
- Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission, Know the Laws: masscannabiscontrol.com/know-the-laws
- Wikipedia, Attleboro, Massachusetts







