Where to Buy Cannabis Near Madison Square Garden
The closest Alchemy store to Madison Square Garden is The Alchemy Chelsea, 302 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001. From the arena, walk south on 8th Avenue.
The Alchemy is a licensed New York State adult-use retail dispensary, regulated by the Office of Cannabis Management. You can confirm any licensed New York retailer at cannabis.ny.gov. You must be 21 or older with a valid government photo ID to buy. Buying from a licensed, lab-tested store is the way to know what is actually in the product you are buying.
Hours
Hours differ by store:
- Chelsea: Monday and Tuesday 10am to 10pm, Wednesday to Friday 10am to midnight, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 10pm
- Flatiron: Monday 9am to 9pm, Tuesday to Friday 10am to 9pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 8pm
What We Carry
The Alchemy Chelsea stocks the full range of adult-use categories: flower, vapes and carts, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates, THC beverages, tinctures, topicals, CBD, and accessories.
The menu changes, so the most accurate place to see what is in stock right now, with current pricing, is the live menu. Browse the Chelsea menu before you come in, or ask a budtender at the counter. If you want a recommendation for the evening, the budtender can help once you tell them what you are after.
Going to an Event: What to Know
Madison Square Garden is a private venue, and its security policy does not allow cannabis inside. If you plan to buy, do it before or after the event, and do not try to carry product through the gate. Check the venue's current bag and security policy before you go.
A few New York rules worth knowing:
- You must be 21 or older with a valid government photo ID to buy.
- New York's commonly cited purchase limit is up to 3 ounces of flower or 24 grams of concentrate per day.
- New York taxes apply at checkout.
- Public consumption follows the same geography as the public smoking ban. You cannot smoke or vape cannabis where tobacco smoking is banned, including parks and many privately managed spaces.
- Driving under the influence of cannabis is illegal. Plan a ride, rideshare, or transit.
Connecting Through Penn Station
Penn Station sits below Madison Square Garden. If you are arriving by train, the route to The Alchemy Chelsea is the same: out of the station and south on 8th Avenue. For the rules on carrying cannabis on trains, see the Penn Station dispensary page. The short version: cannabis is still illegal under federal law, Amtrak runs under federal rules, and crossing state lines with cannabis is a federal matter. Buy in the state where you intend to consume.
Pickup and Delivery
You can order ahead from the live menu and pick up at The Alchemy Chelsea during open hours. We also deliver in Manhattan; check whether your address is covered and place an order from the live menu. Bring a valid government photo ID and remember you must be 21 or older.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the nearest Alchemy store to Madison Square Garden?
A: The Alchemy Chelsea at 302 8th Avenue is the closest Alchemy store. It is a short walk south on 8th Avenue.
Q: Can I bring cannabis into MSG?
A: No. Madison Square Garden's security policy does not allow cannabis inside. Buy before or after the event, and check the venue's current policy before you go.
Q: Can I pre-order for pickup before a game or show?
A: Yes. Order ahead from the live menu and pick up at The Alchemy Chelsea during open hours. Bring a valid government photo ID.
Q: What does The Alchemy Chelsea carry?
A: Flower, vapes and carts, pre-rolls, edibles, concentrates, THC beverages, tinctures, topicals, CBD, and accessories. Check the live menu for what is in stock.
Q: Can I smoke a pre-roll on the walk to MSG?
A: Public consumption in New York follows tobacco smoking rules, so you can only smoke where tobacco smoking is allowed. That excludes parks and many privately managed spaces, and you cannot consume inside or right at the MSG entrances. When in doubt, do not.
Q: Does The Alchemy near MSG deliver?
A: The Alchemy Chelsea delivers in Manhattan. Check whether your address is covered and place an order from the live menu. The person receiving the order must be 21 or older with a valid government photo ID.
Plan Your Visit
Walk south on 8th Avenue to The Alchemy Chelsea at 302 8th Avenue. Browse the Chelsea menu before you go, or order delivery from the live menu. Bring a valid government photo ID and remember you must be 21 or older.
The Alchemy Chelsea. 302 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001. Phone (646) 819-4143. Tagline: Elevate Your Ritual.
Going to a show? Our guide to edibles near Madison Square Garden covers formats and honest dosing timing.
The Alchemy Editors
Field notes from the counter at Chelsea + Flatiron.
Written by our procurement and budtender team. Every claim verified against NYS OCM regulations and current shelf inventory. Updated as the menu rotates.
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