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Welcome to Canna Country

Canna Country — Grow with the South African Cannabis Community

Knowledge • Wellness • Opportunity

Canna Country brings people together to learn, share ideas, support local enterprise and create responsible cannabis experiences across South Africa.

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A community initiative founded and supported by Strain Stream.

01EducateKnowledge empowers.
02ElevateWellness inspires.
03ConnectCommunity grows.
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Our Story

More than an event. A community with purpose.

Canna Country was created as a welcoming space where cannabis education, wellness, entrepreneurship and community can come together with purpose.

We believe that when people have access to trusted information, meaningful conversations and opportunities to connect, everyone grows together.

Canna Country is not a shop. It is a community platform bringing together curious newcomers, experienced voices, local businesses, event partners and people who want to contribute positively.

This is the beginning of something bigger than an event. Together, we are building a community.

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What We Believe

Our beliefs. Our community. Our future.

01

Education empowers

Clear, responsible information helps people make confident choices.

02

Community comes first

We listen, welcome questions and build with the people we serve.

03

Local businesses deserve opportunities

We create space for independent brands, growers, makers and service providers.

04

Knowledge creates confidence

Understanding removes fear and encourages responsible decisions.

05

Wellness is personal

We respect individual experiences and responsible wellness journeys.

06

Integrity guides our actions

Respect, responsibility and transparency shape everything we do.

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Principle 01

Knowledge creates confidence.

Education removes fear, inspires confidence and empowers better decisions. It is the foundation of every meaningful conversation.

At Canna Country, people should be able to ask questions without judgement, explore responsible information and learn from trusted contributors.

  • Knowledge removes fear.
  • Knowledge inspires confidence.
  • Knowledge empowers better decisions.

Get Involved

Choose your path.

There is space in Canna Country for curious newcomers, wellness voices, local businesses, event partners and community builders.

Private Grower Academy

Learn from theory to farm practice.

Explore responsible cultivation through structured learning, practical farm experience and ongoing mentorship with Eco Urban Farms.

Explore the Grower Academy

Wellness

Reconnect in your own way.

Explore a free seven-day guide, independent local practitioners and proposed small-group experiences.

Explore Wellness

Connect

Join the Community

Share your ideas, meet others and take part in meaningful conversations.

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Support Local

Discover Local

Meet independent brands, makers, growers and service partners listed in the network.

Find a Local Business

Partner or Attend

Partner or Attend

Register as a sponsor, stallholder, educator or community partner, or follow our upcoming events.

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Canna Country Experiences

Come together. Learn. Celebrate. Connect.

Canna Country creates responsible adult community experiences that bring education, local enterprise, wellness, food and live entertainment together.

Canna Country Festival 2026 — Sat 5 Dec, Eddie Macs, R80 early bird, R100 at gate, free family market, WebticketsTickets on sale — Webtickets

A Canna Country Experience

Canna Country Festival 2026

Saturday, 5 December 2026

Starts at 10:00

Eddie Macs at VP Sports Club, Gqeberha

Live music including AXYL • Pop-up lounges • Wellness • Creative arts • Fashion • Local business stalls

R80 early bird online • R100 at gate • Separate free family market, all ages

Buy directly on Webtickets. Food, drinks and merchandise extra.

Founding Partner: Strain Stream

Are you a local business? Join Canna Country for 12 months and have your Canna Fest stall included for R995.

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Event details
Status
Tickets on sale through official Webtickets
Date & start
Saturday, 5 December 2026 at 10:00
Venue
Eddie Macs at VP Sports Club, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
Admission
Controlled CannaFest area: 18+. Separate outdoor family market: free, all ages.
Tickets
R80 early bird online; R100 at gate
Extras
Food, drinks and merchandise are not included.
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Planned for 2027

A Canna Country Experience

Hemp Harvest Festival Gauteng

March/April 2027

Final date to be confirmed

Gauteng

Farm-style destination experience • Hemp and cannabis education • Local businesses • Food • Live entertainment

Tickets are not on sale yet. Register your interest and we will let you know the moment bookings open.

Founding Partner: Strain Stream

Event details
Status
Planned for 2027 — registration of interest is open
Date
March/April 2027, final date to be confirmed
Venue
Farm-style venue in Gauteng, to be announced
Capacity
To be confirmed
Ticket pricing
To be announced
Programme
Hemp and cannabis education, local businesses, food and live entertainment
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Partner Experiences

Discover festival getaways and outdoor experiences through the Canna Country network.

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Rush Adventures · Festival Glamping

Experience MTN Bushfire 2027 with Rush Adventures

28–30 May 2027Malkerns Valley, Eswatini

Make your Bushfire weekend a comfortable festival escape with Rush Adventures. Stay in a ready-prepared safari tent within the festival grounds, with bedding, electricity and daily breakfast included. Choose Pro-Dome accommodation with shared facilities or Lux accommodation with a private shower and toilet.

Explore packages, availability and booking details directly with Rush Adventures.

View Packages & Enquire

Rush Adventures handles enquiries and bookings directly. Current prices, availability and complete terms are on their website.

Support Local

Canna Country Local Business Network.

Discover local businesses, services, venues, wellness providers, event suppliers and community partners connected to the Canna Country network.

Wellness and holistic services

Food, venues and hospitality

Growing and agricultural suppliers

Event and professional services

Business listings are provided for community information. Canna Country does not guarantee or endorse every product, service or claim. Visitors should conduct their own checks before purchasing or entering into an agreement.

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Build With Us

Become part of Canna Country.

We welcome organisations and individuals who share our commitment to education, responsible engagement, community development and local opportunity.

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Independent by design.

Canna Country welcomes responsible brands, sponsors and stakeholders. Strain Stream is our founding partner and branded sponsor, while its wholesale systems remain separate.

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Your voice belongs in the conversation.

Tell us what interests you, what you would like to learn and how you would like to participate.

For adults aged 18 and over. We use your information only for your selected interests.

Strain Stream Services

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These are separate commercial systems operated by Canna Country’s founding partner.

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