Marijuana

Photos: 4/20 in Colorado Memes, 2015 Edition

You may have heard that it's 4/20 in Colorado. All day, in fact. That didn't stop people from celebrating the date early, as our coverage of events such as this year's Civic Center rally and the latest High Times Cannabis Cup demonstrates. And the meme-makers of America have also been...
By Michael RobertsApril 20, 2015
Carbonatix Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Carbonatix

Although today, as you know, is 4/20, events at Civic Center Park over the weekend, including a concert by Rick Ross, attracted thousands – and prompted the Denver Police Department to issue approximately 160 citations, mostly for public consumption.

And the public did indeed consume, as our 2015 smokeout slideshow demonstrates.

The meme-makers of America have also been busy.

Below, check out a gallery of images that act as a cross between Colorado and 4/20.

Editor's Picks

It’s a hybrid we hope you enjoy. Check them out below.

Send your story tips to the author, Michael Roberts.

GET MORE COVERAGE LIKE THIS

Sign up for the This Week’s Top Stories newsletter to get the latest stories delivered to your inbox

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com
News Editor Thomas Mitchell If you value independent journalism, please consider making a contribution to support our continued coverage of essential stories and to investigate issues that matter.
Support Today

Loading latest posts...