Special Events

Below you will find a running list of ongoing events, updates from meetings, regions, districts, and MA World Services. For further information about MA World Services’ Conferences and Conventions, please reach out to the Conferences & Conventions Trustee at [email protected].

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MA World Services Events:

Steps 1, 2 AND 3 Introductory Workshop:  April 27, 2025

Build a Strong Foundation for Your Recovery Journey

Join us for the Steps 1, 2, and 3 Workshop—the essential building blocks of the 12 Steps. This interactive session dives into the heart of recovery, exploring how these first three steps lay the groundwork for the 12 steps.

You’ll hear directly from seasoned sponsors who share their experience, strength, and hope. Then, smaller breakout groups led by experienced fellows will allow you to reflect, connect, and grow.

Whether just starting or revisiting the basics, this workshop offers a powerful opportunity to deepen your recovery journey.  You won’t want to miss it!

Hosted by MA World Services Newcomer Support Committee
Sunday, April 27, 2025
1:00 – 3:00 PM PT / 4:00 – 6:00 PM ET / 8:00 – 10:00 PM UTC
Zoom Meeting Link: MA12.org/Workshop123


ANLP Creative Writing Workshop:  1st Saturday each month

Writing is a powerful tool for recovery that can help us process experiences, better understand our feelings, and experience growth in all areas of our lives. it is through our shared experiences as recovering addicts that we support ourselves and the newcomer. Meet with us monthly to discuss our recovery and creativity, engage in writing exercises and share our work. We will share tips about the writing process, provide prompts, and time for sharing! All that is needed is a desire to write. For more information, see anewleafpublications.org/workshop

Hosted by A New Leaf Publications
1st Saturday each month.
Next meeting:  Saturday, May 3, 2025
10:00 – 11:30 AM PT / 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET / 6:00 – 7:30 PM UTC
Zoom Meeting Link: MA12.org/ANLP/Workshop


MA World Service Conference:  May 25 – 26 and June 28 – 29, 2025

The MA World Service Conference is the annual business meeting of Marijuana Anonymous. Members from around the world gather to discuss matters which affect Marijuana Anonymous as a whole and come to group conscience decisions as we consider how best to move forward as a fellowship.

For more details, to view the schedule, and register visit: mawsconference.org

Hosted by MA World Services
Session I – May 25-26, 2025
Session II – June 28-29, 2025


District, Region, and Group Events:

420 Soberthon:  April, 20, 2025

Join us, as we reimagine what 420 can mean for us by creating a safe space of fun, strength, and sobriety. A fun-draiser for the 2025 Convention. For more details and the zoom link, visit: www.MA-SanDiego.org/420

Willing to be of service? Co-hosted by Districts 4 & 20, this event wouldn’t be possible without support from ma members from around the world. Contact [email protected]

Co-hosted by Districts 4 & 20
Sunday, April 20, 2025
4:20 AM ET / 9:20 AM BST (London) / 6:30 PM AEST (Australia)

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24 hour Meeting Marathon 

Join us, as we reimagine what 420 can mean for us by creating a safe space of fun, strength, and sobriety.

Marijuana Anonymous
420 Soberthon
A fun-draiser for the 2025 Convention

For more details and the zoom link, visit: www.ma-sandiego.org/420

4.20.2025
Eastern (EST): 4:20am
london (bst): 9:20am
Australia (AEST): 6:30 pm

Co-hosted by Districts 4 & 20

Willing to be of service? This event wouldn’t bepossible without support from ma members from around the world.

Contact secretary@ma-sandiego.org


MA District 20 Tie-Dye Party:  April 26, 2025

Join us in service to revitalize T-shirts and tote bags merch from the 2022 Convention. Feel free to bring something of your own to tie-die as well! Lots of street parking. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

For more information, contact:  Jules M, +1 (442) 264-7056, [email protected]

Hosted by District 20
Saturday, April 26, 2025
1:00 – 4:00 PM PT
4603 Sheridan Rd., Oceanside, CA 92056


Step into Sponsorship: May 4, July 13, July 20, and September 14, 2025

This is a fast pass virtual workshop through select Steps from Life with Hope over the course of 3-4 sessions. You will need your own writing tools, an open mind, and the willingness to develop a spiritual practice.

This is intended for MA members who want to become sponsors eventually by taking themselves through their own spiritual journey, starting or renewing their practice of step work.

For more information see MA District 8 events and the Step into Sponsorship registration page.

Hosted by MA District 8
May 4, July 13, July 20, and September 14, 2025
1:20 – 3:00 PM PT / 4:20 – 6:00 PM ET / 8:20 – 10:00 PM UTC


MA District 19 Montreal Region Retreat:  June 5 to 8, 2025

Join us June 5th to June 8th (Thursday to Sunday) for the annual Marijuana Anonymous Montreal retreat.

Want to deepen your recovery with a series of themed workshops? Connect with your MA fellows? Bask in the serenity of the Great Outdoors? If so, this retreat in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec may be right for you.

What’s required:
√ A minimum of 30 days of sobriety
√ Amenable to sharing a room with a fellow (you can request a particular roommate or we can pair you with someone)
√ Willing to help prepare one meal. Your participation allows us to keep the cost of the retreat to a minimum.

The total cost of the MA Montreal retreat is $225 (in Canadian dollars). This amount includes your accommodation, food, and access to all the workshops.

For more information: https://mamontrealrecoveryretreat.wordpress.com

Hosted by MA District 19 Montreal Region
Thursday, June 5, 2025 to Sunday, June 8, 2025
Val-des-Lacs, Quebec, Canada (1.5 hours from Montreal by car)


See district and regional websites for other group events


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