Middlebury, Vermont

2 cannabis dispensaries in Middlebury, VT

Two CCB-licensed adult-use dispensaries in Addison County's shire town — including Vermont's first-ever legal cannabis retailer.

Population: ~8,500 (Middlebury town, Addison County seat) ZIPs: 05753

In short

Middlebury, Vermont (Addison County seat, ZIP 05753) has two CCB-licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries. FLŌRA Cannabis at 2 Park Street, Middlebury VT 05753 (floravt.com, 802-989-7948) is open Monday–Friday 8 AM–7 PM, Saturday 10 AM–6 PM, Sunday 10 AM–5 PM; it was Vermont's first licensed adult-use cannabis retailer and one of only three statewide to open on October 1, 2022 — the first day of legal recreational sales in Vermont (the other two first-day shops were Mountain Girl Cannabis in Rutland and CeresMED in Burlington). Approximately 1,000 customers visited on opening day. Co-founded by attorney Dave Silberman, who helped draft Act 164 (Vermont's adult-use cannabis law), and Mike Sims. Located in downtown Middlebury at 2 Park Street, across from the town cannon. The Herbal Collective at 1641 US-7, Middlebury VT 05753 (theherbalcollectivevt.com, 802-377-2124) is open Monday–Thursday 10 AM–7 PM, Friday–Saturday 10 AM–8 PM, Sunday 10 AM–6 PM; on the Route 7 commercial corridor south of downtown; latest close in the Middlebury market (8 PM Fri–Sat). Vermont's cannabis tax in Middlebury totals 21%: 14% excise + 6% state sales + 1% Middlebury local option tax. Adults 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID. S.278 (effective July 1, 2026) raised possession limits to 2 ounces of flower and 10 grams of concentrate. Middlebury is home to Middlebury College (~2,600 students), a top-ranked liberal arts college. The town is approximately 37 miles south of Burlington on US-7.

About Middlebury

The cannabis scene

Middlebury is the Addison County seat — a college town of about 8,500 residents at the foot of the Green Mountains, home to Middlebury College, roughly 37 miles south of Burlington on US-7.

The town has a particular distinction in Vermont cannabis history: FLŌRA Cannabis at 2 Park Street was one of only three dispensaries statewide to open on October 1, 2022 — the first day adult-use cannabis sales were legal in Vermont. It made the first retail cannabis sales in Middlebury's history that day, drawing a crowd of approximately 1,000 visitors.

As of mid-2026, Middlebury has two CCB-licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries. FLŌRA is in the downtown core, steps from Middlebury College's main campus. The Herbal Collective is on the US-7 corridor south of downtown, with slightly later closing hours on weekends. Middlebury adopted a 1% local option tax on cannabis, bringing the total to 21%.

Getting around

Downtown (FLŌRA): 2 Park Street is in the Central Business District, across from the historic Middlebury cannon and adjacent to Merchants Row. Municipal parking is available at Marble Works Lot (off Seymour St) and the downtown garage on Merchants Row — both within a 2-minute walk. The Sheldon Museum is next door. US-7 Corridor (The Herbal Collective): 1641 US-7 is on the commercial stretch approximately 1.5 miles south of the town center — standard plaza parking. If you're arriving from Burlington on US-7 South, The Herbal Collective is on your right before you reach the downtown core. From Rutland on US-7 North, FLŌRA is the first downtown option; The Herbal Collective is on the south approach.

Side by side

Middlebury dispensaries compared

All 2 CCB-licensed shops in one table. Hours reflect published Friday schedule.

Quick read: 2 of 2 Middlebury dispensaries offer online ordering for in-store pickup or reservation. Compare neighborhood, Friday closing time, and standout features below.

Middlebury dispensary comparison: neighborhood, Friday closing time, online ordering, and notable features
Dispensary Area Closes Fri Online Menu Notable
FLŌRA Cannabis Downtown 7:00 PM Yes Vermont cannabis history (first ever adult-use sale), early-morning shopping (8 AM weekday open)
The Herbal Collective US-7 8:00 PM Yes Late Friday/Saturday shopping (8 PM close), Route 7 corridor access (coming from Burlington or Rutland)

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Middlebury dispensary FAQs

Local answers from operating in this market.

How many cannabis dispensaries are in Middlebury, Vermont?
Two CCB-licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries are in Middlebury as of mid-2026: FLŌRA Cannabis (2 Park St; 802-989-7948; floravt.com; Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM, Sat 10 AM–6 PM, Sun 10 AM–5 PM) and The Herbal Collective (1641 US-7; 802-377-2124; theherbalcollectivevt.com; Mon–Thu 10 AM–7 PM, Fri–Sat 10 AM–8 PM, Sun 10 AM–6 PM). Both are adult-use recreational only (21+).
Which Middlebury dispensary closes latest?
The Herbal Collective at 1641 US-7 has the latest hours in Middlebury: open until 8 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and until 6 PM on Sundays. FLŌRA Cannabis closes at 7 PM Monday–Friday, 6 PM Saturday, and 5 PM Sunday — but it opens earliest, at 8 AM on weekdays.
Was FLŌRA really the first cannabis store in Vermont?
FLŌRA Cannabis was one of three dispensaries that opened simultaneously on October 1, 2022 — the first day adult-use cannabis sales were permitted in Vermont. Vermont was the first U.S. state to legalize cannabis through the legislature (rather than a ballot initiative), and FLŌRA was among the handful of shops ready to open the moment the law took effect. Co-founder Dave Silberman helped draft Act 164, the law that made it possible.
What is the cannabis tax rate in Middlebury, Vermont?
Vermont's cannabis tax in Middlebury totals 21%: a 14% cannabis excise tax, the 6% Vermont state sales tax, and Middlebury's 1% local option tax. On a $100 pre-tax purchase, budget approximately $21 in tax. Confirm at time of purchase.
Is there a dispensary near Middlebury College?
Yes. FLŌRA Cannabis at 2 Park Street is a 5-minute walk from the Middlebury College main campus entrance. The shop is in the downtown core, across from the town cannon. Adults 21+ with valid photo ID may purchase. Middlebury College students are subject to the same federal limitations on cross-state transport and campus policy restrictions as anyone else.
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