Bask Dispensary in Fairhaven MA

Bask, the South Coast’s hometown dispensary

“Our story begins on the southcoast of Massachusetts.” That is how Bask Dispensary in Fairhaven MA introduces itself, and it never strays far from home. The dispensary at 2 Pequod Road in Fairhaven calls itself “The Southcoast’s Hometown Dispensary,” with a tagline that says it all: “Locally Owned. Locally Grown.”

Bask is locally owned, veteran-led and women-led, and it serves both registered medical patients and adult-use shoppers, just off I-195. Here is a closer look.

The South Coast’s first medical dispensary

Bask got its start in medical cannabis. The company describes itself as the South Coast’s first registered medical cannabis dispensary, and the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission lists its Fairhaven medical operation as running since December 28, 2017. Adult-use sales followed, and the Commission lists 2 Pequod Road as an active, licensed cannabis retailer, open since February 4, 2021.

The experience behind it runs deeper. Bask’s leadership worked in cannabis in Colorado and in Rhode Island’s medical marijuana program, where they grew cannabis for patients as registered caregivers. Several of its leaders were born and raised in nearby Mattapoisett, so this really is a hometown business.

Mother Nature knows best

Bask’s values start with nature. The company calls itself a “defender of nature” and says “Mother Nature knows best.” That shows up in a few concrete ways:

Clean growing. Bask says its cannabis is grown without harmful chemicals or pesticides, and it operates a greenhouse cultivation facility.
Greener packaging. Products are packaged in compostable containers or reclaimed ocean plastic, part of its commitment to preserving the natural environment of the South Coast.
Trusted local growers. Bask says it sources from local growers who share its focus on quality, sustainability and community.
Tested every time. Independent, state-certified labs test every batch for pesticides, bacteria, heavy metals, mold and other contaminants, and the results are on the packaging.

Education is the heart of the store

Bask’s second big value is a human-centered approach. The goal is to make cannabis approachable for everyone, and the stores are set up for learning. Both locations have seating where customers and patients can sit down, ask questions and learn.

Education Specialists are on site every day for one-on-one consultations, and budtenders offer personalized consultations in the store or online, with guidance on strains, dosing and effects. Bask describes its budtenders as knowledgeable, friendly and non-judgmental, and they are happy to help with dosing for edibles, new product formats and what to bring on a first visit.

Bask’s Education page goes further, covering cannabis news, science, how-tos and information on the state’s medical and recreational programs. Bask also occasionally hosts education nights and events.

What’s on the menu

Bask carries products from top Massachusetts brands and local producers across the full menu:

Flower, including sativa, indica, hybrid and specialty strains
Pre-rolls
Vaporizers, with distillate, live resin and rosin options
Edibles, from gummies and chocolates to drinks, often with gluten-free and vegan choices
Concentrates, including wax, shatter, sugar and live resin
Topicals and tinctures
Accessories and Bask merch

Solventless rosin shows up occasionally in limited drops. You can shop by effect or by strain online, and the menu changes often, so check it before you go.

Medical and adult-use under one roof

The Fairhaven store serves both medical patients and adult-use customers. Adults 21 and older can shop with a valid ID, and no medical card is needed. Registered medical patients can shop the medical menu, and they can also shop the recreational menu any time. Medical visitors should bring their state-issued patient or caregiver ID card along with a valid ID.

Order ahead, in and out fast

Ordering ahead is easy. Order on the Bask website, and you will get a text when it is ready. Pickup usually takes under five minutes, and you can choose in-store or curbside pickup. Bask does not offer delivery.

Best Buds loyalty program

Bask’s loyalty program is called Best Buds. Members earn points and get exclusive deals and updates, and you can sign up in the store or online. There is also a Bask app and an email newsletter.

Part of the community

Bask says it is proud to serve the local community and support its neighbors, the local economy and small businesses. It hosts, sponsors and takes part in local events, including food, toy and clothing drives and community performing arts programs, and it supports local organizations and cannabis research initiatives.

Free trees every Arbor Day

One of Bask’s best-loved traditions has nothing to do with cannabis. Every Arbor Day since 2018, Bask has given away free tree saplings, a fitting event for a company that calls itself a defender of nature. The first year, it handed out blue spruce seedlings to registered medical patients. Since then the giveaway has grown into an annual community event, with spruce and fir saplings offered outside its stores, no purchase needed, while supplies last.

In 2021 alone, the Fairhaven Neighborhood News reported, Bask brought 1,000 blue spruce seedlings and nearly all of them found new homes. The paper also reported that Bask bought the seedlings from the Massachusetts Tree Wardens’ Association, which helps support the association’s annual scholarship fund. The 2026 edition was the ninth annual Free Trees event, held outside both Bask locations.

Plan your visit

Address. 2 Pequod Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719, just off I-195.

Hours. Open every day from 9am to 9pm. Bask is open on most holidays, including 4/20 and New Year’s Eve, and closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Phone. (774) 305-4749.

Email. info@cometobask.com.

Parking. Ample parking in the store’s own lot.

Paying. Cash, debit and CanPay. Bank processing fees may apply to debit and CanPay.

ID. A driver’s license, state ID, military ID or passport showing you are 21 or older.

Returns. Unopened, unused products in original packaging can be returned for safe disposal within 30 days, though refunds and store credit are not offered. Exchanges may be considered within 14 days at staff discretion, and accessories are final sale.

Massachusetts cannabis basics

Fairhaven is close to the Rhode Island line, so here are the rules from the state’s Cannabis Control Commission:

Age. 21 or older, with a government-issued ID for every adult-use 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. Bask adds that consumption is not allowed on dispensary property.
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, so it cannot go home to Rhode Island, and it cannot be mailed.

Your first visit, step by step

Order online, or just come in. Pickup usually takes under five minutes.
Bring your ID and payment. Patients bring their state card too.
Book a consultation. Education Specialists are on site daily.
Ask about the packaging. Compostable and reclaimed ocean plastic.
Join Best Buds. Points and exclusive deals start right away.

Getting to Bask Fairhaven

Bask Fairhaven sits just off I-195, which makes it easy to reach from across the South Coast and the South Shore. The store serves New Bedford, Dartmouth, Mattapoisett, Acushnet, Marion, Rochester, Wareham and Fall River. U.S. Route 6 also runs through Fairhaven. If you do not drive, the nearest SRTA bus stop is about a mile away, so a rideshare is often easier. The Get directions button on this page opens the store in Google Maps.

The Bask family

Bask’s second store is in Taunton, at 400 Winthrop Street. It is adult-use only, open every day from 9am to 10pm, and it opened in December 2024. Both stores offer online ordering for pickup and share the Best Buds program.

Make a day of it in Fairhaven

Fairhaven sits on the South Coast where the Acushnet River meets Buzzards Bay, sharing a harbor with New Bedford. Settled in 1659 as part of Dartmouth and incorporated in 1812, it had 15,924 residents at the 2020 census.

It was once a major whaling port, and Herman Melville sailed from Fairhaven in 1841, a fun connection for a store on Pequod Road. Fort Phoenix guarded the harbor, and the site of the first naval battle of the American Revolution lies within sight of it. Standard Oil businessman Henry Huttleston Rogers, a native son, funded many of the town’s grand civic buildings, including the Town Hall, the Millicent Library and the high school.

Fairhaven also has a link to Japan. The town counts Manjiro Nakahama among its notable residents, and it has been a sister city of Tosashimizu, Japan, since 1987. Other notable names with Fairhaven ties include sailor Joshua Slocum and actor Christopher Reeve. Today the town is home to the Acushnet Company, maker of Titleist golf equipment.

Why Bask Fairhaven is worth the stop

Bask is the South Coast’s hometown dispensary in every sense. It was the region’s first registered medical dispensary, it is locally owned, veteran-led and women-led, and it backs its love of nature with clean growing and greener packaging. Add daily Education Specialists, fast pickup and a loyalty program for regulars, and it is a stop worth making on any South Coast drive.

Take the exit off I-195 and come to Bask.

For adults 21 and over, and registered medical patients. Please consume responsibly.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bask in Fairhaven?

Bask Fairhaven is at 2 Pequod Road, Fairhaven, MA 02719, just off I-195, with ample parking in its own lot. It serves New Bedford, Dartmouth, Mattapoisett, Acushnet, Marion, Rochester, Wareham and Fall River. Call (774) 305-4749 or use the Get directions button on this page.

What are Bask Fairhaven's hours?

Bask Fairhaven is open every day from 9am to 9pm. It is open on most holidays, including 4/20 and New Year’s Eve, and closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Check Bask’s Google listing for holiday hours, or order online for pickup, which usually takes under five minutes.

Does Bask Fairhaven serve medical patients?

Yes. Bask Fairhaven serves both registered medical patients and adult-use customers 21 and older. Bask describes itself as the South Coast’s first registered medical dispensary. Medical visitors should bring their state-issued patient or caregiver ID card, and patients can shop either menu.

What payment does Bask accept?

Bask accepts cash, debit and CanPay, and bank processing fees may apply to debit and CanPay. Bring a driver’s license, state ID, military ID or passport. You can order online for in-store or curbside pickup, but Bask does not offer delivery.

Is Bask cannabis grown sustainably?

Bask says its cannabis is grown without harmful chemicals or pesticides, and it operates a greenhouse cultivation facility. Products come in compostable containers or reclaimed ocean plastic, and independent state-certified labs test every batch for pesticides, bacteria, heavy metals, mold and other contaminants.