Stage One Dispensary is a licensed dispensary in Rensselaer, New York.
Medical patients skip recreational taxes, get higher purchase limits, and can shop at age 18+. Most people get approved online in about 20 minutes.
4.3
480 reviews
Adam Rivenburgh
January 30, 2026
Been selling the same low quality brands for years. Cant order anything off the site because I freezes. It hasn't worked properly in months. What is going on down there? Really wish someone else delieverd to my area
Crystal Tillman
December 31, 2025
High frequency, up the street, has the same products for wayyyy cheaper and the staff is much more friendly than the crew here at stage one. Edit: Clearly your establishment needs help. Considering what I’ve personally seen your employees doing, which were inappropriate sexual actions to each other in front of myself and others. Which I’m sure you’re aware of whom. So much for living rent free when you got 5, one stars after my review. Seems like you a problem… And it’s nice you forget about your 5 star reviews and only focus on the one star reviews. I was polite before, if you want me to go into details of what I’ve seen, I’m more than welcome to. Btw I’ve never in my life met the manager down the street; however, your customers would be better taken care of there than your cheeky establishment.
Cassandra Fiacco
December 19, 2025
Absolutely horrible, staff is not friendly nor do they like each other. The woman with the pink or purple hair should do better when talking smack about her co workers infront of customers. Also the woman who rang me out should get a bar of soap for her foul mouth. If she spoke like that infront of a first time customer I can only imagine how she speaks infront of other customers shes familiar with. 🤔 I will never stop foot in this establishment ever again. If my normal dispo dont have what I need I will take a trip across the river.
Galina German
November 2, 2025
Beautiful dispensary in what used to be an old bank, with a beautiful view of the Albany Skyline. Great selection of cannabis product and lots of specials. The bud tender that served me was extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions. I will definitely be back!
Leon Shelhamer
October 17, 2025
Hands down my favorite dispensary near Albany. I’ve lived here my whole life and this spot over in Rensselaer is the perfect mix of quality and chill. Great prices, solid selection, and the people are always friendly and actually know their stuff. Super convenient location—five minutes across the river and I’m stocked up. The vibe’s relaxed, the bud’s top shelf, and it always feels like I’m getting good value.
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Tourists 21+ can purchase recreational cannabis with valid ID. New York City is a major draw for cannabis tourism. Stage One Dispensary is a medical & recreational dispensary, so no medical card is needed for adult-use purchases.
In New York, recreational customers can purchase up to 3 oz of flower or 24g of concentrate. Can possess up to 5 lbs at home.. Stage One Dispensary may have additional product-specific limits — check with the dispensary for details.
Stage One Dispensary accepts cash as well as Debit.
Stage One Dispensary does not currently list delivery as an option. Available options include in-store.
Stage One Dispensary is located at 810 Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144. The dispensary is open 7 days a week. Hours vary by day — check the hours section above for today's schedule.
Medical patients in New York save ~13% on cannabis purchases, get higher purchase limits, and access dispensaries at age 18+. Most patients can get approved online in about 20 minutes.
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Get My New York Medical CardLast updated January 15, 2026
New York legalized recreational cannabis in March 2021 through the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). The rollout of licensed dispensaries has been gradual, with the first legal recreational sales beginning in late 2022. The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) oversees the market.
Recreational: 21+
Medical: 18+
Rec: 3 oz of flower or 24g of concentrate. Can possess up to 5 lbs at home.
Med: A 60-day supply as determined by the patient's practitioner
Cannabis can be consumed anywhere tobacco smoking is allowed under state law. However, individual cities and property owners may restrict this. NYC permits smoking in public where cigarettes are allowed.
Adults 21+ will be able to grow up to 6 plants per person (3 mature, 3 immature), 12 per household. Medical patients may begin growing 6 months after the first retail dispensary opens in their region.
Allowed
Recreational: 9% state THC content-based tax plus 4% state sales tax plus up to 4% local tax. Medical: exempt from excise tax.
Tourists 21+ can purchase recreational cannabis with valid ID. New York City is a major draw for cannabis tourism.
Disclaimer: Cannabis laws change frequently. This information was last updated on January 15, 2026. Always verify current laws with official state sources before making any decisions. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
