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Cruising Out of Seattle? Make The Novel Tree Queen Anne Your First Stop
Every summer, more than a million people sail out of Seattle for Alaska. Most of them spend a night or two in the city first. And this season, a lot of them have been walking through our door with a suitcase in tow.
We get it. Our Queen Anne shop sits between both of Seattle’s cruise terminals, in the neighborhood at the foot of the Space Needle. If you’re killing a pre-cruise afternoon or easing back onto land after a week at sea, you’re closer to us than you think.
Here’s how to find us, what to do nearby, and — because we’d rather be straight with you than sell you something you can’t use — exactly how cannabis and cruising legally fit together.
The Closest Dispensary to Seattle Center & the Space Needle
Now OPEN in Seattle! The closest cannabis dispensary to Seattle Center, the Space Needle, and Climate Pledge Arena — open until 11:45pm in Queen Anne, right next to Dick's Drive-In.
The Bremerton Fan's Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Watch Parties
The biggest sporting event in the world is coming to the Pacific Northwest this summer — and Bremerton is throwing one of the best parties anywhere on the West Coast to celebrate. From June 12 through July 6, Quincy Square in Downtown Bremerton transforms into the official Seattle FIFA WC26 Fan Zone, hosting eight free public watch parties broadcasting World Cup matches live on a 20-foot LED screen.
Bellevue to Lumen Field: How to Take the Light Rail to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Six FIFA World Cup matches are coming to Lumen Field in Seattle from June 15 through July 6, 2026 — and if you're an Eastside soccer fan, you have something most of the country doesn't: a direct, traffic-free, parking-free path to the stadium thanks to the recently-opened East Link Light Rail.
Here's the complete guide to getting from Bellevue to Lumen Field for World Cup matches without dealing with stadium traffic, gameday parking, or freeway gridlock — including a few tips on what to grab from The Novel Tree before you head out.
Budtenders Suggest Movies to Watch High
Movie night is a classic! Make it an even better experience with a HIGH scoring favorite like these Stoner classics suggest by your budtenders at The Novel Tree in Bellevue & Bremerton. Our team have selected our top 10 favorites movies to watch while high. Let us know your favorites in the comments!
Zkittlez: Taste the Rainbow of Relaxation
Candy lovers & strain seekers unite at The Novel Tree for a true treat, Zkittlez. This sweet strain blends Grape Ape and Grapefruit for candy sweetness and mellow, happy relaxation. Pick up some sweetness in Bellevue and Bremerton.
Kosher Kush: Holy Heritage and Heavenly Calm
The Novel Tree budtenders have found the holy grail of weed, Kosher Kush. This strain is a potent indica revered for its rich aroma, relaxing effects, and award-winning lineage. Find this favorite in Bremerton & Bellevue.
Alaskan Thunder Fuck (ATF): The Arctic Sativa Powerhouse
The Novel Tree has a top sativa pick for you, Alaskan Thunder Fuck. ATF is a legendary sativa from Alaska’s Matanuska Valley known for its powerful high and frosty buds. Our budtenders in Bellevue and Bremerton have ATF for you to try!
Trainwreck: The Fast-Hitting Sativa Hybrid
Searching for a Sativa to party with? The Novel Tree has the sativa hybrid for you in Trainwreck. It delivers an energetic, creative buzz with spicy citrus flavor and balanced hybrid genetics. Come try it out in Bellevue & Bremerton.
Gelonade: The Award-Winning Citrus Sweet Sativa
The Novel Tree is proud to present the AWARD WINNING strain Gelonade to our line up in Bellevue & Bremerton! This top strain fuses Lemon Tree and Gelato #41 for bright citrus flavor and joyful, creative energy.
Gary Payton: The All-Star Hybrid
All Star Status has been reached by Gary Payton. This crowd pleasing hybrid is now available at The Novel Tree in Bellevue and Bremerton.
Cereal Milk: A Hybrid Treat
Cereal Milk combines Snowman and Y Life for creamy sweetness and a balanced hybrid buzz! This sweet treat is now available at The Novel Tree in Bellevue and Bremerton.
Cherry Pie: Sweet Hybrid with Tart Personality
The Novel Tree has a perfect treat for you to try, Cherry Pie! Cherry Pie combines Granddaddy Purple and Durban Poison for a balanced, relaxing hybrid with dessert flavor. Swing by our shops in Bremerton or Bellevue, to try a slice.
Super Lemon Haze: A Zesty Sativa Favorite
Super Lemon Haze excites the senses with citrus flavor, uplifting effects, and a legendary sativa lineage. This icon of a strain is now available at The Novel Tree in Bellevue & Bremerton.
Just Steps from the Light Rail: Convenient Cannabis at The Novel Tree
Getting where you need to go in Bellevue is getting easier—and that includes your favorite dispensary stop. With recent city improvements and the arrival of the new Bellevue Light Rail station nearby, The Novel Tree is now more accessible than ever for commuters, locals, and visitors alike.
Strawberry Cough: Sweet Sativa with a Berry Burst
Strawberry Cough is a Sweet Sativa that is available now at the Novel Tree in Bellevue and Bremerton.
Granddaddy Purple: The Grape-Flavored Icon of Relaxation
Granddaddy Purple has been present at The Novel Tree in Bellevue & Bremerton since the start. This icon blends Big Bud and Purple Urkle for a visually stunning, soothing indica that will always be a Budtender favorite.