It’s that time of year again — flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and many of Oregon’s top Cannabis producers have put their finest work in the ring for a chance to be crowned the best in the state.
That’s right folks, it’s Leaf Bowl season.
Leaf Bowl launched with meteoric force in 2021 and quickly cemented itself as one of the most prestigious and well-regarded competitions in Oregon. 2025 marks the fourth consecutive year that the event has been hosted in the state, and perhaps the most exciting iteration yet.
For those unfamiliar with the format, 15 local, impartial judges are selected across distinct categories and are given about a month to rank assorted products on a numerical scale of 1 to 10. Contenders are assessed in different domains like visual aesthetic, smell, flavor and effect, with the top-scoring entries taking home a highly coveted trophy.
This year’s stoney soirée took place at Cedarville Lodge in Gresham, a historic and rustic venue surrounded by 11 acres of beautiful Pacific Northwest nature. A towering canopy of old-growth cedar trees provided a natural backdrop for the occasion, and the weather — crisp, cool and comfortable — couldn’t have aligned any better.
Guests entering through the front gate and into the event were met with an eclectic collection of colorful booths positioned throughout the outdoor environment. The vendor spaces featured strong representation from many of Oregon’s most popular brands. Mountains of swag, pre-rolls and jar-smells galore were available from retail- and farm-based booths, while edible producers passed out nonmedicated confectionery treats for sampling.
There was even a dab activation bar where attendees could get up close and personal with functional glassware to learn firsthand about concentrate consumption. Various recreational areas were scattered throughout the grounds, featuring yard games like cornhole and giant Jenga, a small food cart pod, a mobile record store, and even a professional bubble blower who could be seen enwrapping visitors in colossal, shimmering bubbles.
Altogether, the outdoors section of the venue was a veritable bazaar with an array of incredible sights and sounds.
Inside the lodge, an open bar was accessible for partygoers looking for liquid libations (or water), and next to that was an open-air photo booth. Long rows of white chairs and Leaf Bowl-themed decorations were set up in the main area — an aesthetic that created a more formal, elevated atmosphere to the celebration that was perfect for the awards portion of the night.
Of note, there was a noticeable spotlight on community creators and artisans, with sections reserved for the local clothing brands, craftspeople and even some PNW glass artists. One of the spaces in the lodge that seemed to get the most attention throughout the night was a display from Mothership Glass, featuring their Pink Slyme over Poppy FKT (Fab Klein Torus). The consistent inclusion of glass art and artists at live Leaf Magazine events reflects an intentional reverence for the art form and enriches the overall environment by bringing Cannabis and glass culture together.
The award ceremony itself was hosted in different segments, starting with the Edibles and RSO/FECO categories, moving into Concentrates and Vapes, and finishing off with Pre-Rolls and Flower. The sheer quality of entries was staggering, and the competition for each prize was exceedingly fierce. When a grower or producer is able to walk into the thunderdome that is Cannabis competition and walk out with a trophy in hand, it’s both electrifying and immensely validating. Keeping in mind how much work it takes to bring a top-shelf product to the public, these wins are extremely hard-fought.
A full list of winners and sponsors is available below.
Overall, there’s a lot of appreciation for the space that Leaf Bowl holds within local Cannabis culture. With over 2,300 people in attendance, it was genuinely difficult not to get pulled in at least five different directions at once, but perhaps the best part of the whole adventure is the opportunity to see new and old friends alike and make authentic human connections.
Looking around the crowd, it was a challenge not to find smiles, laughs and an air of exhilaration that practically hummed with excitement. Attendees were seen showing off their favorite Cannabis products or paraphernalia, hugging each other in warm recognition and toking together like nothing else in the world mattered. There was a noticeable absence of phones, or at least a significantly reduced presence, as guests could be observed simply socializing, living in the moment and enjoying their best lives. The vibe and overall energy of the experience were magical in that regard.
A huge shoutout to everybody who makes this festivity possible — from the sponsors to the support staff and to each and every person who took time out of their busy days to come together and celebrate in canna-unity. These kinds of events serve as a reminder of what a privilege and honor it is to be a part of the best community in the world — the Cannabis community.
Sponsors
A special thank you to our main sponsor Advanced Nutrients, intake partner Smooth Roots, hospitality sponsor Truth Dispensaries, and activation area sponsor White Label Extracts.
Winners:
