Up in smoke: SF's popular 4/20 Hippie Hill cannabis event is canceled for 2nd year in a row
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San Francisco's iconic 4/20 celebration at Golden Gate Park has been canceled for the second straight year due to fundraising problems linked to the cannabis industry's financial struggles and city budget cuts affecting staffing. Instead, a new event called 'Peace, Love and Volo Field Day' will replace the traditional cannabis gathering. Despite the cancellation of the formal celebration, many people still gathered at Hippie Hill to partake in the festivities, underscoring its cultural significance to San Francisco residents.
The annual 4/20 celebration in Golden Gate Park, a staple for thousands, has been canceled for the second consecutive year due to fundraising issues and city budget cuts.
Rec and Parks has announced a shift from the traditional cannabis culture celebration to a field day featuring kickball and volleyball tournaments, showing how events are evolving.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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