Fans and Foes of the Mile High 420 Fest Speak Up

Civic Center Park was packed on April 20, when people flocked to downtown Denver to celebrate the unofficial cannabis holiday of 4/20 at the Mile High 420 Festival. Waka Flocka opened the festivities by jumping into the crowd, accepting blunts from fans and inviting 420 Fest MC Tommy Chong — who may have smoked a joint or two throughout the afternoon, and evening — on stage. Even Chong’s old buddy, Cheech, rolled up. (Well, not really, but one guy and his car were a spot-on impression.)

Thomas Mitchell shared his observations of the 420 event, along with photos; in comments on the Westword Facebook post, readers offered their own thoughts on the fest, along with Colorado’s cannabis scene in general. Says Michael: 

Every day is 4/20 in Denver.

Adds Richard:

 4/20 was a lot more…