Flying to New York from General Mariano Escobedo

If you're flying into John F. Kennedy International Airport and wondering where to find legal cannabis in New York City, the answer is simple: head to any of the 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across NYC and ask for Silly Nice. We're a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, Brooklyn-based cannabis brand with products available statewide. Adults 21+ can shop legally — no medical card required.

New York State legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021, and since then the licensed retail market has grown into one of the most robust in the country. As of today, if you are 21 years of age or older and have a valid government-issued ID, you can legally purchase cannabis products — including flower, concentrates, vapes, and infused options — from any licensed adult-use dispensary operating in New York. No prescription, no medical card, no special registration required. Just your ID and a curiosity about what New York's best brands have to offer.

What you cannot do is bring cannabis products across international borders. That means travelers arriving from Monterrey or anywhere outside the United States cannot bring cannabis into the country, and cannot take it back home when they leave. New York's legal cannabis stays in New York. But if you're spending time in the city — whether for a weekend, a business trip, or an extended stay — you have full access to a legal, regulated, high-quality market that we are proud to be part of.

When shopping at a licensed dispensary, look for products with clear lab testing, accurate potency labeling, and transparent sourcing. In New York's regulated market, every legal product sold must come with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) from a licensed third-party lab. That's not a bonus — it's a requirement. And at Silly Nice, we go above and beyond, publishing all our COAs publicly at sillynice.com/menu so you know exactly what you're getting before you ever walk into a store.

General Mariano Escobedo International Airport serves Monterrey, Mexico, with direct and connecting routes to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport — one of the busiest international gateways in the United States. JFK sits in the borough of Queens, and once you land and clear customs, you have several options for getting into the heart of New York City. The AirTrain connects JFK to the subway system (A train and Jamaica Station on the E, J, and Z lines), making it possible to reach Manhattan, Brooklyn, and other boroughs without a cab or rideshare.

Once you're in the city and settled, that's when the real New York experience begins — and for adults 21+, that includes exploring the legal cannabis market. Dispensaries are spread across all five boroughs. Whether you're staying in Midtown Manhattan, downtown Brooklyn, Astoria in Queens, or anywhere else in the five boroughs, there's a licensed dispensary near you carrying Silly Nice products. Our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries makes it easy to find the closest location the moment you land.

We are Silly Nice — and we built this brand because New York deserved better. Co-founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, partners for over 25 years, Silly Nice launched in March 2024 as a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis company based in Brooklyn, New York. In less than two years, we grew from launch to distribution in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across the entire state of New York.

That growth didn't happen because we cut corners. It happened because we refused to. Every product we make is small-batch, lab-tested, and built around potency and purity that most brands don't even attempt. We package sustainably, price fairly, and show up in communities that the cannabis industry has historically ignored. When you buy Silly Nice, you're supporting a business that is genuinely independent, genuinely local, and genuinely committed to quality over hype.

For travelers visiting New York from Monterrey or anywhere in Mexico, we want to be the brand that represents what New York cannabis truly is: diverse, daring, and deeply rooted in the culture of this city. Whether this is your first time in NYC or your tenth, Silly Nice is the name you'll want to remember when you walk up to a dispensary counter.

We make several product types, and each one is built for a different kind of experience. Here's what to ask for when you visit a licensed dispensary carrying Silly Nice:

Diamond Powder — 1g | 86.24% THC | 98.54% Total Cannabinoids | $50. If you're a concentrate enthusiast, this is where Silly Nice makes its statement. Our Diamond Powder is among the most potent products available in the New York market, with a near-perfect cannabinoid profile and a texture designed for use with dab rigs, e-rigs, and compatible vaporizers. At 98.54% total cannabinoids, this is as clean and concentrated as cannabis extraction gets. Every batch is lab-tested with full COA transparency at sillynice.com/menu.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1g | 67.34% THC | 78.34% Total Cannabinoids | 5.7% Terpenes | $50. This one is for the flavor chasers and hash purists. Our Frosted Hash Ball is a hand-crafted, small-batch concentrate that delivers a rich terpene profile alongside serious potency. The 5.7% terpene content means the taste is as compelling as the effect. It's the kind of product that makes first-time hash users rethink everything they thought they knew about concentrates.

Bubble Hash — 1g | 53.32% THC | 62.86% Total Cannabinoids | 6.2% Terpenes | $44. Our Bubble Hash is solventless, terpene-forward, and accessible. At 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene content across our concentrate line — this product delivers an aromatic, full-spectrum experience that feels closer to whole-plant cannabis than almost anything else in a concentrate format. It's a great entry point for travelers who are curious about hash but want something approachable and expressive.

510 Vape in Pink Stardust — 1g | 81.96% THC | 88.36% Total Cannabinoids | $40. For travelers who want something discrete and simple, our 510-thread vape cartridge in Pink Stardust is the move. Compatible with any standard 510 battery, this cartridge delivers 81.96% THC with no cutting agents, no fillers, and full lab documentation. It's among the most affordable premium vapes in the New York market, and the flavor profile of Pink Stardust has made it one of our most requested products since launch.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck | 2g | 82.46% THC | 84.06% Total Cannabinoids | $80. This is our flagship portable vape experience. Two grams, built-in battery, no setup required, and a legendary strain name that delivers exactly what it promises. Alaskan Thunder Fuck is a classic cultivar known for its energetic, cerebral profile, and our 2G AIO captures that character without compromise. At $80 for a full two grams, it's also one of the best values in the NYC vape market.

Infused Flower — Papaya Wine | 3.5g | 51.22% THC | 58.63% Total Cannabinoids | $60. Not everyone wants a concentrate. Our Papaya Wine Infused Flower is 3.5 grams of premium flower elevated with additional cannabinoids to reach 51.22% THC — well above what standard flower can achieve. The Papaya Wine strain brings tropical, wine-forward tasting notes that make this a genuinely enjoyable smoke from start to finish.

Finding us is easy. We are currently stocked in 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State, with strong representation across all five boroughs of New York City. To find the dispensary nearest to wherever you're staying, visit sillynice.com/dispensaries — our store locator is updated regularly and will show you the closest licensed retailer carrying Silly Nice products.

You can also search for Silly Nice on Weedmaps, one of the most widely used cannabis retail platforms in the country. Simply type 'Silly Nice' into the search bar and you'll be able to browse nearby licensed dispensaries that currently carry our products, check real-time inventory, and get directions. We recommend calling ahead or checking online menus before you travel to a specific location to confirm current stock — inventory moves fast.

Can I bring cannabis from New York back to Mexico when I fly home from JFK? No. Cannabis is federally illegal in the United States and carrying it across international borders — in either direction — is a federal crime regardless of state law. Do not attempt to travel internationally with cannabis products. What happens in New York's legal market stays in New York.

Do I need a New York ID or a U.S. ID to buy cannabis at a licensed dispensary? No. Any valid government-issued photo ID that confirms you are 21 years of age or older will be accepted at a licensed New York adult-use dispensary. This includes Mexican passports, international passports, and foreign national ID cards. As long as your ID clearly shows your date of birth and you are 21+, you are eligible to purchase.

Is it safe to buy cannabis in New York City? Is it regulated? Yes — when you buy from a licensed adult-use dispensary, you are purchasing products that have been tested by a state-licensed third-party laboratory, labeled according to state regulations, and sold by a business that is legally authorized to operate. The key word is licensed. Avoid unlicensed sellers or street purchases, which are unregulated and carry legal risk. Always look for the dispensary's New York State Office of Cannabis Management license. Every Silly Nice product sold in New York comes with full lab documentation and is only available through licensed retailers.

From the moment your flight touches down at JFK, New York City is ready to show you everything it has. And for adults 21+ who want to experience legal cannabis the right way — with transparency, quality, and a brand built from the ground up in this city — Silly Nice is your first stop. We are Shane and LeVar, we are Brooklyn, we are Black-owned, Veteran-owned, and proudly independent. Find us at sillynice.com/dispensaries, search us on Weedmaps, or simply walk into any of our 150+ licensed retail partners and ask for Silly Nice by name. Welcome to New York. We're glad you're here.