Louisville, Kentucky, January 29, 2026
Kentucky Alternative Care, Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary, opens its doors on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Located in the Highlands neighborhood, the dispensary aims to provide safe and effective medical cannabis to eligible patients. Founded by Dr. Su Kang and Dustin Stanley, Kentucky Alternative Care emphasizes a patient-guided approach to navigate the state’s medical cannabis program. This marks a significant step in Kentucky’s rollout of medical cannabis, joining other recent dispensaries in the state.
Louisville’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens This Weekend
Louisville, Kentucky – Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary, Kentucky Alternative Care, is set to open its doors this Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 8 a.m. The dispensary is located at 2401-B Bardstown Road, near the Kroger and Norton Immediate Care Center in the Highlands neighborhood. Operating hours will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. To make purchases, customers must possess a valid medical marijuana card.
The dispensary was founded by Dr. Su Kang and Dustin Stanley, who emphasize a “patient-guided model” to assist Kentuckians in navigating the state’s medical cannabis program. Their goal is to provide safe, effective, and premium medical cannabis in an environment patients can trust.
This opening marks a significant milestone in Kentucky’s medical cannabis rollout. The state’s first dispensary, The Post, opened in Beaver Dam in December 2025. Additionally, Speakeasy Dispensary opened in Lexington on January 15, 2026.
Medical cannabis became legal in Kentucky on January 1, 2025, under Senate Bill 47. The Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis oversees the program, which allows patients with qualifying conditions to access medical cannabis products.
As the program continues to expand, more dispensaries are expected to open across the state, providing greater access to medical cannabis for eligible patients.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When does Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary open?
Louisville’s first medical marijuana dispensary, Kentucky Alternative Care, is set to open on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 8 a.m.
Where is Kentucky Alternative Care located?
Kentucky Alternative Care is located at 2401-B Bardstown Road, near the Kroger and Norton Immediate Care Center in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville.
What are the operating hours of Kentucky Alternative Care?
The dispensary will operate from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Do I need a medical marijuana card to purchase from Kentucky Alternative Care?
Yes, customers must possess a valid medical marijuana card to make purchases at the dispensary.
What is the mission of Kentucky Alternative Care?
The dispensary aims to provide safe, effective, and premium medical cannabis in an environment patients can trust, using a “patient-guided model” to assist Kentuckians in navigating the state’s medical cannabis program.
Key Features of Kentucky Alternative Care
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening Date | Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 8 a.m. |
| Location | 2401-B Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY |
| Operating Hours | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily |
| Eligibility | Valid medical marijuana card required for purchases |
| Founders | Dr. Su Kang and Dustin Stanley |
| Mission | Provide safe, effective, and premium medical cannabis in a patient-guided environment |
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