Reader: Every Day Is 4/20 in Denver

Civic Center Park was packed on April 20, when people flocked to downtown Denver to celebrate the unofficial cannabis holiday of 4/20 at the Mile High 420 Festival. Waka Flocka opened the festivities by jumping into the crowd, accepting blunts from fans and inviting 420 Fest MC Tommy Chong – who may have smoked a joint or two throughout the afternoon, and evening – on stage. Even Chong’s old buddy, Cheech, rolled up. (Well, not really, but one guy and his car were a spot-on impression.)

Thomas Mitchell shared his observations of the 420 event, along with photos; in comments on the Westword Facebook post, readers offered their own thoughts on the fest, along with Colorado’s cannabis scene in general. Says Michael: 

Every day is 4/20 in Denver.

Adds Richard:

 4/20 was a lot more fun before 2012, when weed was still illegal. Now that it’s legal, the date 4/20 has become way too commercialized.

Offers Mike: 

Big Time stoner, never been. Would rather sit on my deck and stare at the mountain. But everyone have fun.

Replies P.K. 

You pack that park with a bunch of tokers, it becomes a happy place.

Counters OnDeli: 

Y’all took the fun out of the Mile High Festival! 

Notes Mar: 

I’m really not fond of watching the city look like a zombie apocalypse. I was sure to stay indoors.

Replies Michael: 

Smoking pot and getting high…seems like something to be proud of and to celebrate.

Suggests Robin: 

Events like this need to be canceled for good. 

Did you go to Civic Center Park on 4/20? What did you think? Over the years, what was your favorite 4/20 celebration? Post a comment or share your thoughts at editorial@westword.com.