Towns Near Peabody, MA That Ban Adult-Use Shops
Danvers, Lynnfield, Reading, North Reading, Wakefield, Stoneham, Wilmington, Winchester, Burlington, Andover, and Lexington each show "Ban in place" for adult-use marijuana on the Commission's zoning tracker, so none has an adult-use shop. Each section below gives the town's own rule with the bylaw or minutes it comes from, how the town voted on legalization in 2016, which licenses the Commission lists with a town address, and the drive to Advanced Dispensary in Peabody.
| Town | Adult-use entry on the tracker | 2016 Question 4, Yes share | Active retailer licenses | Active medical center licenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danvers | Ban in place | 47.6% | 0 | 1 |
| Lynnfield | Ban in place | 39.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Reading | Ban in place | 44.9% | 0 | 0 |
| North Reading | Ban in place | 46.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Wakefield | Ban in place | 47.4% | 0 | 0 |
| Stoneham | Ban in place | 47.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Wilmington | Ban in place | 49.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Winchester | Ban in place | 43.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Burlington | Ban in place | 45.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Andover | Ban in place | 46.1% | 0 | 0 |
| Lexington | Ban in place | 47.3% | 0 | 0 |
- Danvers
- Lynnfield
- Reading and North Reading
- Wakefield
- Stoneham
- Wilmington
- Winchester
- Burlington
- Andover
- Lexington
Danvers
In Danvers, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows 1 active medical treatment center license with a Danvers address. Danvers voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 8,037 to 7,313.
- Drive to Peabody
- 6 miles, about 11 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 2 Electronics Avenue, Danvers. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 1.9 miles from Danvers Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- 1 storefront
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Local Cannabis Company in Swampscott, about 6.4 miles away
Stores and licenses in Danvers
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 2 Electronics Ave, Ste 20, Danvers, MA 01923 | Medical |
Danvers: Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. (medical treatment center, 2 Electronics Avenue, license RMD1127)(CCC license file).
Rules in Danvers
Danvers on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Vote and history in Danvers
Danvers voted Yes 7,313 and No 8,037 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
In May 2013 Danvers Town Meeting members voted unanimously to adopt a year-long moratorium on medical marijuana facilities (Patch report dated May 22, 2013)(patch.com).
The overlay was drafted after the 2013 moratorium, which Danvers used to research the matter(patch.com).
Shops near Danvers that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Danvers Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Local Cannabis Company (Swampscott), Diem (Lynn) and Mission Georgetown (Georgetown).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Cannabis Company | Swampscott | about 6.4 miles | MR283842 | Flower, prerolls |
| Diem | Lynn | about 6.8 miles | MR283369 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Mission Georgetown | Georgetown | about 10 miles | MR281754 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates |
Lynnfield
In Lynnfield, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Lynnfield address. Lynnfield voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 4,572 to 3,030.
- Drive to Peabody
- 4 miles, about 7 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 2 Electronics Avenue, Danvers. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 4.7 miles from Lynnfield Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Diem in Lynn, about 7.7 miles away
Stores and licenses in Lynnfield
The Where to Buy sheet, retrieved October 23, 2026, has no row with Lynnfield as the town. That is a statement about the Commission's list only. The list carries no updated date, so a shop that opened very recently might not be on it yet.
Rules in Lynnfield
Lynnfield on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Section 7.3.4 of the draft recodified zoning bylaw (draft, adopted text not found) would allow a registered medical marijuana dispensary only in the Commercial District by Planning Board special permit(lynnfieldma.gov).
The same draft section says a registered marijuana dispensary may not be within 1000 yards of any school, church, licensed childcare center, playground, place of worship or any other registered marijuana dispensary(lynnfieldma.gov).
Vote and history in Lynnfield
Lynnfield voted Yes 3,030 and No 4,572 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
On the April 2017 town election ballot, Lynnfield voters approved a non-binding question on banning marijuana sales, 370 to 149(patch.com).
The Lynnfield referendum question on banning marijuana businesses does not include marijuana used for medical purposes(patch.com).
Shops near Lynnfield that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Lynnfield Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Diem (Lynn), Local Cannabis Company (Swampscott), Trinity Naturales (Chelsea) and East Boston Cannabis Co (Boston).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diem | Lynn | about 7.7 miles | MR283369 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Local Cannabis Company | Swampscott | about 7.9 miles | MR283842 | Flower, prerolls |
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 9.8 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| East Boston Cannabis Co | Boston | about 11 miles | MR284117 | See menu |
Reading and North Reading
In Reading, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Reading address. Reading voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 8,476 to 6,912.
- Drive to Peabody
- 6 miles, about 12 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 130 Commerce Way, Woburn. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 1.9 miles from Reading Town Hall by straight line.
Stores and licenses in Reading and North Reading
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Adult-use |
| Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. | 181 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 | Adult-use |
| Lazy River Products | 553 Main Street, Unit 2, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
| Smyth Cannabis Co | 1695 Shawsheen St, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
Rules in Reading and North Reading
Reading on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
North Reading on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Reading zoning bylaw use table lists Marijuana Establishment (which includes retailers) as not allowed in any business, industrial or residential district(readingma.gov).
Reading zoning bylaw Section 5.6.4.2.1 prohibits marijuana sales and cultivation unless permitted as a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary under that section(readingma.gov).
Reading General Bylaw Section 8.9.7 bars smoking, ingesting or using marijuana or THC on streets, sidewalks, parks, public buildings, parking lots and any place accessible to the public(readingma.gov).
Vote and history in Reading and North Reading
Reading voted Yes 6,912 and No 8,476 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
North Reading voted Yes 4,168 and No 4,865 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
A Reading Annual Town Meeting warrant article proposed a temporary moratorium on marijuana establishments through August 31, 2018(readingma.gov).
Reading Town Meeting amended the zoning bylaw in April 2017 to prohibit commercial recreational marijuana establishments, following a ballot where 70 percent of voters approved the prohibition(thereadingpost.com).
The same AG letter notes the town also put the prohibition on its May 2, 2017 election ballot(mma.org).
Wakefield
In Wakefield, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Wakefield address. Wakefield voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 8,179 to 7,381.
- Drive to Peabody
- 5 miles, about 11 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 130 Commerce Way, Woburn. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 3.5 miles from Wakefield Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Diem in Lynn, about 7.6 miles away
Stores and licenses in Wakefield
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. | 181 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 | Adult-use |
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Adult-use |
| Apothca | 491 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01905 | Medical and adult-use |
Rules in Wakefield
Wakefield on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
The Wakefield Town Council notes of May 18, 2026 state that retail cannabis establishments are prohibited under the town's bylaws(patch.com).
On May 18, 2026 the Wakefield Town Council declined to ask the Cannabis Control Commission for a two-year waiver that would have let it prohibit cannabis deliveries, so state-authorized delivery applies(patch.com).
Vote and history in Wakefield
Wakefield voted Yes 7,381 and No 8,179 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
At the May 2, 2024 Town Meeting, Wakefield residents rejected articles opposing a zoning change to allow a marijuana dispensary at 12 Teal Road(localheadlinenews.com).
Shops near Wakefield that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Wakefield Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Diem (Lynn), Trinity Naturales (Chelsea), Local Cannabis Company (Swampscott) and East Boston Cannabis Co (Boston).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diem | Lynn | about 7.6 miles | MR283369 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 7.7 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Local Cannabis Company | Swampscott | about 8.1 miles | MR283842 | Flower, prerolls |
| East Boston Cannabis Co | Boston | about 8.9 miles | MR284117 | See menu |
Stoneham
In Stoneham, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Stoneham address. Stoneham voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 6,886 to 6,121.
- Drive to Peabody
- 9 miles, about 14 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 130 Commerce Way, Woburn. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 3.3 miles from Stoneham Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Trinity Naturales in Chelsea, about 6.4 miles away
Stores and licenses in Stoneham
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Sanctuary Medicinals, Inc. | 181 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906 | Adult-use |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 732 Newburyport Tpke, Melrose, MA 02176 | Adult-use |
| Eastern Cannabis Company | 7 Linehurst Road, Malden, MA 02148 | Adult-use |
Rules in Stoneham
Stoneham on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Stoneham Town Code Section 20-126 prohibits non-medical marijuana establishments, including retailers, within the town(stoneham-ma.gov).
Vote and history in Stoneham
Stoneham voted Yes 6,121 and No 6,886 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
On January 29, 2018 Stoneham's Special Town Meeting voted 289 to 112 to prohibit retail marijuana sales; the 2016 Question 4 vote in town had been 6,886 no to 6,121 yes(patch.com).
A Stoneham Special Town Meeting secret ballot on deleting the marijuana prohibition failed, 85 yes to 113 no(stoneham-ma.gov).
Shops near Stoneham that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Stoneham Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Trinity Naturales (Chelsea), Kush Groove (Cambridge), East Boston Cannabis Co (Boston) and Boutiq East Boston (Boston).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 6.4 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Kush Groove | Cambridge | about 7.7 miles | MR284181 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| East Boston Cannabis Co | Boston | about 8.0 miles | MR284117 | See menu |
| Boutiq East Boston | Boston | about 8.2 miles | MR283011 | See menu |
Wilmington
In Wilmington, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Wilmington address. Wilmington voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 6,820 to 6,583.
- Drive to Peabody
- 12 miles, about 22 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 130 Commerce Way, Woburn. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 3.9 miles from Wilmington Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- None with a recent AC order; see Where to buy
Stores and licenses in Wilmington
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Smyth Cannabis Co | 1695 Shawsheen St, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Lazy River Products | 553 Main Street, Unit 2, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
| Collective Cannabis | 4 Republic Road, Billerica, MA 01862 | Adult-use |
Rules in Wilmington
Wilmington on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
A Wilmington Planning Board hearing notice proposed a bylaw prohibiting marijuana retailers and all other licensed marijuana businesses in the town while leaving medical use unaffected(wilmingtonapple.com).
The same report states Wilmington has an active ban on marijuana retailers and other marijuana establishments(wilmingtonapple.com).
Vote and history in Wilmington
Wilmington voted Yes 6,583 and No 6,820 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
At Wilmington's Annual Town Meeting, voters approved another temporary moratorium on recreational marijuana establishments in town(wilmingtonapple.com).
Wilmington narrowly voted against the recreational marijuana ballot question, 6,820 No to 6,583 Yes(wilmingtonapple.com).
A Wilmington Apple report says a proposal would allow marijuana establishments in Wilmington only in a Highway Industrial Zone(wilmingtonapple.com).
Shops near Wilmington that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, has no shop near Wilmington with an AC order within 90 days. The current list is on the locations map.
Winchester
In Winchester, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Winchester address. Winchester voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 7,262 to 5,503.
- Drive to Peabody
- 12 miles, about 20 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Theory Wellness, 162 Mystic Avenue, Medford. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 3.3 miles from Winchester Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Kush Groove in Cambridge, about 5.4 miles away
Stores and licenses in Winchester
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Eskar Arlington | 21 Broadway, Arlington, MA 02474 | Adult-use |
| Apothca | 1386 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476 | Medical and adult-use |
| Hi5 | 162 Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA 02155 | Adult-use |
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
Rules in Winchester
Winchester on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Winchester's general bylaw says licensed or registered marijuana-related businesses, but not a marijuana testing facility, are prohibited in Winchester(winchester.us).
The same bylaw says the prohibition does not apply to medical marijuana licensed or registered under Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012(winchester.us).
Vote and history in Winchester
Winchester voted Yes 5,503 and No 7,262 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
Winchester's general bylaw Section 1 is titled Marijuana Cultivation, Manufacture, and Retail Prohibited(winchester.us).
Shops near Winchester that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Winchester Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Kush Groove (Cambridge), Trinity Naturales (Chelsea), Prolific (Boston) and New Dia Fenway (Boston).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kush Groove | Cambridge | about 5.4 miles | MR284181 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 5.9 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Prolific | Boston | about 6.9 miles | MR284644 | Flower, prerolls |
| New Dia Fenway | Boston | about 7.5 miles | MR284222 | See menu |
Burlington
In Burlington, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Burlington address. Burlington voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 7,662 to 6,303.
- Drive to Peabody
- 13 miles, about 20 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Sanctuary Medicinals, 130 Commerce Way, Woburn. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 2.9 miles from Burlington Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Kush Groove in Cambridge, about 9.3 miles away
Stores and licenses in Burlington
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Apothca | 1386 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476 | Medical and adult-use |
| Collective Cannabis | 4 Republic Road, Billerica, MA 01862 | Adult-use |
Rules in Burlington
Burlington on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Burlington's General Bylaws Section 1.42 prohibits all types of marijuana establishments, including retailers, within the town(burlington.org).
The prohibition does not affect medical marijuana or registered marijuana dispensaries as defined in Zoning Bylaw Article II, Section 2.18.2.1(burlington.org).
Burlington's General Bylaws Section 1.35.6 bans smoking, ingesting or using marijuana in streets, sidewalks, parks, public buildings, parking lots and other town-controlled places(burlington.org).
Vote and history in Burlington
Burlington voted Yes 6,303 and No 7,662 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
Shops near Burlington that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Burlington Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Kush Groove (Cambridge), Trinity Naturales (Chelsea), Prolific (Boston) and New Dia Fenway (Boston).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kush Groove | Cambridge | about 9.3 miles | MR284181 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 11 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Prolific | Boston | about 11 miles | MR284644 | Flower, prerolls |
| New Dia Fenway | Boston | about 12 miles | MR284222 | See menu |
Andover
In Andover, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Andover address. Andover voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 10,406 to 8,918.
- Drive to Peabody
- 15 miles, about 25 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Cannabist (listed as Patriot Care), 70 Industrial Avenue East, Lowell. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 9.4 miles from Andover Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Mission Georgetown, about 9.7 miles away
Stores and licenses in Andover
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Smyth Cannabis Co | 1695 Shawsheen St, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
| Nova Farms | 1274 Merrimack Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826 | Adult-use |
| Lazy River Products | 553 Main Street, Unit 2, Tewksbury, MA 01876 | Adult-use |
| Tree House Craft Cannabis | 61 Silva Ln, 2nd Floor, Dracut, MA 01826 | Adult-use |
| Patriot Care | 70 Industrial Ave E, Lowell, MA 01852 | Medical and adult-use |
Rules in Andover
Andover on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery permitted", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
Andover zoning bylaw Appendix A, Table 1 (Section 3.1.3, Table of Use Regulations) marks marijuana establishments N, a prohibited use, in all twelve district columns (March 21, 2022 version)(andoverma.gov).
Andover defines "marijuana establishments" in Section 10 to include retailers and on-site consumption, and excludes medical marijuana treatment centers and registered dispensaries, which are handled under Section 8.6(andoverma.gov).
Under Section 8.6.4 of the Andover zoning bylaw, a registered marijuana dispensary (medical) can be sited only in the Medical Marijuana Overlay District and only with a special permit(andoverma.gov).
Section 8.6.4 bars medical dispensaries from within 500 feet of a child care facility, library, playground, public park, public swimming pool, school or youth center(andoverma.gov).
Vote and history in Andover
Andover voted Yes 8,918 and No 10,406 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
The Andover Annual Town Meeting session of May 8, 2017 voted under Article 72 to add a temporary moratorium on marijuana establishments and retailers to the zoning bylaw(andoverma.gov).
A Board of Selectmen agenda item described the Section 8.10 moratorium as barring marijuana establishments and retailers in every zoning district through December 1, 2018(andoverma.gov).
At the January 29, 2018 Special Town Meeting, Article 4, a prohibition of marijuana establishments, was defeated(andoverma.gov).
Shops near Andover that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Andover Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Mission Georgetown (Georgetown).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Georgetown | Georgetown | about 9.7 miles | MR281754 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates |
Lexington
In Lexington, adult-use marijuana shops are banned. The Commission's license file shows no active retailer or medical treatment center license with a Lexington address. Lexington voted No on the 2016 legalization question, 9,565 to 8,590.
- Drive to Peabody
- 17 miles, about 24 minutes by car.
- Nearest medical dispensary with an active license
- Ethos, 390 Arsenal Street, Watertown. It holds an active Medical Marijuana Treatment Center license in the Commission's license file (read November 4, 2026), about 6.5 miles from Lexington Town Hall by straight line.
- On the state's Where to Buy list (Oct 23)
- None listed
- Nearest partner shop with AC
- Kush Groove in Cambridge, about 6.2 miles away
Stores and licenses in Lexington
| Shop (as the Commission lists it) | Address | License type on the list |
|---|---|---|
| Apothca | 1386 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476 | Medical and adult-use |
| Bud's Goods & Provisions | 330-350 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472 | Adult-use |
| AYR | 8 North Beacon Street, Watertown, MA 02472 | Adult-use |
| Sanctuary Medicinals | 130 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 | Medical |
| Garden Remedies | 697 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458 | Medical and adult-use |
Rules in Lexington
Lexington on the zoning tracker: adult-use "Ban in place", delivery "Delivery banned", social consumption "No zoning in place"(Zoning Tracker).
A Lexington Planning Board report said commercial recreational marijuana uses would remain prohibited town-wide under a general bylaw (97-5)(lexingtonma.gov).
The same report said commercial medical marijuana uses would be permitted only in the CM District of the zoning bylaw(lexingtonma.gov).
Vote and history in Lexington
Lexington voted Yes 8,590 and No 9,565 in the state's town results(Election statistics).
The Lexington Planning Board proposed to eliminate the expiring moratorium on recreational marijuana uses (135-3.1.7)(lexingtonma.gov).
Lexington's results on state ballot Question 4 in November 2016 were 53% No and 47% Yes(lexingtonma.gov).
The 2018 Annual Town Meeting warrant included citizen Article 36 to repeal the general bylaw prohibition of recreational marijuana establishments; the warrant does not show the result(lexingtonma.gov).
Shops near Lexington that carry AC
AC's partner list, as of October 31, 2026, names these shops nearest Lexington Town Hall, by straight line and not by road: Kush Groove (Cambridge), Prolific (Boston), New Dia Fenway (Boston) and Trinity Naturales (Chelsea).
| Shop | Town | Distance | License | AC listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kush Groove | Cambridge | about 6.2 miles | MR284181 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
| Prolific | Boston | about 8.0 miles | MR284644 | Flower, prerolls |
| New Dia Fenway | Boston | about 9.4 miles | MR284222 | See menu |
| Trinity Naturales | Chelsea | about 9.7 miles | MR282590 | Flower, prerolls, concentrates, vape carts |
Medical card
Advanced Dispensary, Peabody
Advanced Dispensary, 25 Newbury Street, Peabody (in renovation), is being built as a medical dispensary by Advanced Cultivators, a Lowell cultivator. No opening date has been announced, and Advanced Dispensary has not announced how ordering ahead or delivery will work.
Sources
- "Cannabis Control Commission, open data license file" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "2 ELECTRONICS AVENUE,DANVERS,MA,01923"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Danvers Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Danvers,,,'7,313','8,037',256,'15,606'"
- "Town Meeting OKs Moratorium on Pot Shops, Bylaw Changes for Taxicabs | Danvers, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "Town Meeting members voted unanimously to adopt a year-long moratorium on medical marijuana facilities in Danvers"
- "Five Things To Know About Special Town Meeting on Monday | Danvers, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "Danvers passed a moratorium on dispensaries in 2013 in order to research the matter"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Lynnfield Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Re-codified Zoning Bylaw 4-12-2017 Draft Zoning Bylaw" (lynnfieldma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "A Registered Marijuana Dispensary may be located only within the Commercial District by special permit from the Planning Board."
- "Re-codified Zoning Bylaw 4-12-2017 Draft Zoning Bylaw" (lynnfieldma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "A Registered Marijuana Dispensary shall not be located within 1000 yards of any school, church, licensed childcare center, playground, place of worship, or any other Registered Marijuana Dispensary."
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Lynnfield,,,'3,030','4,572',91,'7,693'"
- "Lynnfield Voters (All 532 Of You) Say Yes To Marijuana Ban | Lynnfield, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "On the referendum question asking voters whether or not to ban the sale of marijuana, 370 voted yes, 149 no."
- "Marijuana Question Leads Monday Election Ballot | Lynnfield, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "it does not include marijuana used for medical purposes."
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Reading Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "North Reading Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Town of Reading Massachusetts Zoning Bylaw" (readingma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "Marijuana Establishment No No No No No No"
- "Town of Reading Massachusetts Zoning Bylaw" (readingma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "prohibited unless permitted as a Registered Medical Marijuana Dispensary under this Section."
- "Town of Reading Massachusetts General Bylaw" (readingma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "No person shall smoke, ingest or otherwise use or"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Reading,,,'6,912','8,476',217,'15,605'"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "'N. Reading',,,'4,168','4,865',121,'9,154'"
- "COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS (2017 Annual Town Meeting Warrant, Reading)" (readingma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "The moratorium shall be in effect through August 31, 2018."
- "Town Meeting Prohibits Recreational Marijuana Establishments | The Reading Post" (thereadingpost.com, read November 5, 2026): "Seventy percent of the voters approved the prohibition in the April 4 election."
- "Attorney General approval letter, North Reading Special Town Meeting of March 13, 2017" (mma.org, read November 5, 2026): "We note that the Town has also placed the proposed prohibition on the ballot for the Town’s May 2, 2017 election"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Wakefield Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Wakefield Town Council Notes - May 18, 2026 | Wakefield, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "While retail cannabis establishments are prohibited under Wakefield's bylaws"
- "Wakefield Town Council Notes - May 18, 2026 | Wakefield, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "The Town Council declined to request a two-year waiver from the state Cannabis Control Commission that would have allowed us to prohibit cannabis deliveries in Wakefield."
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Wakefield,,,'7,381','8,179',258,'15,818'"
- "Town Meeting rejects marijuana, flag articles - Local Headlines (Wakefield Daily Item)" (localheadlinenews.com, read November 5, 2026): "Residents rejected articles opposing a change in zoning to allow a marijuana dispensary at 12 Teal Road"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Stoneham Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Minutes for Special Town Meeting, Monday, October 17, 2022 (Stoneham)" (stoneham-ma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "marijuana retailers or any other type of licensed marijuana-related businesses shall be prohibited within the Town of Stoneham."
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Stoneham,,,'6,121','6,886',286,'13,293'"
- "Stoneham Says No To Retail Marijuana | Stoneham, MA Patch" (patch.com, read November 5, 2026): "By a vote of 289-112, Stoneham residents said yes to prohibiting the sale of retail marijuana in town."
- "Minutes for Special Town Meeting, Monday, October 17, 2022 (Stoneham)" (stoneham-ma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "Secret Ballot Yes No 85 113 Fails Per Moderator"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Wilmington Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Legal Notice, Town of Wilmington Planning Board Notice of Public Hearing (Nov. 2017)" (wilmingtonapple.com, read November 5, 2026): "shall be prohibited within the Town of Wilmington. This prohibition shall not be construed to affect the medical use of marijuana"
- "Wilmington Looking To Attract Retail Stores, Restaurants & More Commercial Businesses To Its Industrial Areas With Major Zoning Changes - Wilmington Apple" (wilmingtonapple.com, read November 5, 2026): "Of note, Wilmington has an active ban on marijuana establishments"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Wilmington,,,'6,583','6,820',192,'13,595'"
- "10 MORE Things That Happened At Saturday’s Annual Town Meeting (Part 2 of 2) - Wilmington Apple" (wilmingtonapple.com, read November 5, 2026): "Voters approved another temporary moratorium on recreational marijuana establishments in town."
- "Selectmen Notebook: Selectmen Support Ban On Recreational Marijuana Sales - Wilmington Apple (Nov. 3, 2017)" (wilmingtonapple.com, read November 5, 2026): "Wilmington narrowly voted against the recreational marijuana sale ballot question"
- "Wilmington Looking To Attract Retail Stores, Restaurants & More Commercial Businesses To Its Industrial Areas With Major Zoning Changes - Wilmington Apple" (wilmingtonapple.com, read November 5, 2026): "Under the proposed changes, marijuana establishments would be allowed in Wilmington, but only in a Highway Industrial Zone."
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Winchester Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Chapter 24 Marijuana (General Bylaws, Town of Winchester)" (winchester.us, read November 5, 2026): "shall be prohibited in Winchester."
- "Chapter 24 Marijuana (General Bylaws, Town of Winchester)" (winchester.us, read November 5, 2026): "This prohibition shall not apply to the sale, distribution or cultivation of marijuana for medical purposes licensed or registered pursuant to Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2012."
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Winchester,,,'5,503','7,262',223,'12,988'"
- "Chapter 24 Marijuana (General Bylaws, Town of Winchester)" (winchester.us, read November 5, 2026): "Marijuana Cultivation, Manufacture, and Retail Prohibited"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Burlington Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "General Bylaws and Related Information, Town of Burlington (through January 2025)" (burlington.org, read November 5, 2026): "all types of marijuana establishments, as defined in"
- "General Bylaws and Related Information, Town of Burlington (through January 2025)" (burlington.org, read November 5, 2026): "nor shall it be construed to include registered"
- "General Bylaws and Related Information, Town of Burlington (through January 2025)" (burlington.org, read November 5, 2026): "No person shall smoke, ingest, or otherwise use or"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Burlington,,,'6,303','7,662',254,'14,219'"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Andover Ban in place Delivery permitted No zoning in place"
- "Andover Zoning Bylaw March 21, 2022" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "27. Marijuana establishments N N N N N N N N N N N N"
- "Andover Zoning Bylaw March 21, 2022" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "All types of marijuana establishments as defined in"
- "Andover Zoning Bylaw March 21, 2022" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "RMDs may be permitted in the MMOD but only pursuant to"
- "Andover Zoning Bylaw March 21, 2022" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "RMDs may not be located within 500 feet of the"
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Andover,,,'8,918','10,406',248,'19,572'"
- "Board of Selectmen Agenda, March 5, 2018 (with 2018 Town Meeting records)" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "at the third session of the Annual Town Meeting of the Inhabitants"
- "Board of Selectmen Agenda, March 5, 2018 (with 2018 Town Meeting records)" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "This Bylaw is in effect through December 1, 2018."
- "January 29, 2018 Special Town Meeting Results" (andoverma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "4 Prohibition of Marijuana Establishments Defeated"
- "Cannabis Control Commission, Municipal Zoning Tracker" (masscannabiscontrol.com, read November 5, 2026): "Lexington Ban in place Delivery banned No zoning in place"
- "Town of Lexington Planning Board Recommendation Report, Article 2 - Medical and Recreational Marijuana" (lexingtonma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "Commercial recreational marijuana uses would remain prohibited town-wide under a general bylaw (§ 97-5)."
- "Town of Lexington Planning Board Recommendation Report, Article 2 - Medical and Recreational Marijuana" (lexingtonma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "commercial medical marijuana uses would be permitted only in the CM District."
- "Massachusetts Elections Division, 2016 Question 4 town results" (electionstats.state.ma.us, read November 5, 2026): "Lexington,,,'8,590','9,565',436,'18,591'"
- "Town of Lexington Planning Board Recommendation Report, Article 2 - Medical and Recreational Marijuana" (lexingtonma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "Eliminate the expiring moratorium on recreational marijuana uses"
- "STM 2017-3 Articles 3 & 4 Recreational Marijuana (Lexington presentation)" (lexingtonma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "State Ballot Question 4, November 2016 Lexington Results"
- "Town of Lexington Warrant 2018 Annual Town Meeting" (lexingtonma.gov, read November 5, 2026): "ARTICLE 36 AMEND GENERAL BYLAWS TO REPEAL PROHIBITION OF RECREATIONAL"