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Illinois Adult Use Dispensaries

What experience are you looking for?

The terms “recreational” and “adult use” are often used interchangeably to describe those 21+ who lawfully consume cannabis. Whatever your reason may be, our knowledgeable budtenders can recommend a cannabis product tailored to your desired result, whether it’s for:

  • Creativity
  • Energy
  • Meditation
  • Relaxation
  • Focus
  • Recovery

Keeping it legal

Let's talk purchase & possession limits.

Illinois has legal limits on how much an Illinois or out-of-state resident 21+ can purchase on a visit to a dispensary. Our budtenders will not knowingly sell you more than the state allows you to possess. 

An individual may possess a combination of flower, concentrates, and cannabis-infused products up to the limit for each category of product.

Illinois residents

If your state-issued photo ID confirms you to be an Illinois resident, you can lawfully purchase and possess:

Out-of-state residents

If your state-issued photo ID confirms you to be an out-of-state resident, you can lawfully purchase and possess:

Don't forget Some things

What do I need to shop adult use cannabis?

State-issued ID

A valid photo ID may include an Illinois or out-of-state driver's license, state ID, and show that you're 21 years of age or older. United State passports and select armed services IDs are also acceptable forms of identification.

Cash, Debit, DutchiePay, or CanPay

ATMs are located in the dispensary with minimal transaction fees. Or, skip the cash completely with DutchiePay or CanPay. Both of these services are simple and secure and connect to your checking account - no transaction fees! You can also pay with your regular bank-issued debit card.

Med Card (If Applicable)

Illinois and out-of-state medical cannabis cardholders 21+ are invited to shop our adult use dispensaries, too. Bring documentation proving your patient status and we'll give you a 10% discount on your cannabis purchase Tuesday through Sunday, and 20% discount on Mondays! See FAQ section below for further guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Use Cannabis

Expect total taxes on adult use cannabis purchases of 19.25% to 42.75%.

  • 10% tax on flower or extract with 35% THC or less
  • 20% tax on infused products (such as edibles)
  • 25% tax on flower or extract with 35% THC or more
  • 6.25% to 11% state/county/city sales tax (varies statewide)
  • 3% to 6.75% county/city cannabis tax (varies statewide)

Yes. Online orders must be picked up in-store before close-of-business the same day. Those placed after hours must be picked up before close-of-business the following day.

No. Illinois cannabis law currently forbids the shipping or delivering of cannabis products to one’s home. Cannabis purchases must be picked up in-store.

No. Curbside pickup and drive-thru services for adult use patrons is not currently allowed in the state of Illinois.

We sure do. It’s called Best Budzz Rewards. With this FREE loyalty program, adults use purchasers earn 1 point for every $1 spent at AYR Cannabis Dispensary and can redeem rewards at the following tiers:

  • 750 points = $20 off cannabis
  • 1,500 points = $50 off cannabis
  • 3,000 points = $120 off cannabis

Sign up in-store today! Name and phone number required.

  • Veteran Appreciation Discount: Present identification proving veteran status at checkout and receive 20% off your entire cannabis purchase.
  • Medical Patient Discount: Present an Illinois medical cannabis card at our 4440 Adult Use or 1837 Broadway Adult Use dispensary and receive 10% off your entire cannabis purchase Tuesday thorugh Sunday. Medical card holders get 20% off their entire cannabis purchase on Mondays at ALL locations. 
  • Senior Discount: 10% off your entire purchase.
  • Hardship Discount: 10% off your entire purchase. Must show proof of SSDI, SSI, and/or disability.
  • Industry Discount: 15% off for anyone who works in the cannabis industry.

Discounts cannot be stacked. Other terms and conditions may apply. Proof is required in order to be eligible for the above discounts.

Only Illinois medical cannabis cardholders can lawfully purchase from our medical dispensaries.

Avoid the higher adult use taxes, have the option to grow your own cannabis, and other benefits. If you’re an Illinois resident with a qualifying medical condition, it may benefit you to get your Illinois medical cannabis card.

Call Us, Write Us, or Knock on Our Door

Have a question?

The answer to many inquiries may be found on our website. Can’t find the answer? For the quickest reply, call the dispensary and leave a voicemail if necessary. Otherwise, we invite you to use our contact form on this page. A representative will reach out to you as soon as possible. All communication will be kept confidential and we return your message within 48 hours on average.

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