Cannabis Dispensary Near UBS Arena & Belmont Park: Sage Seeds in Bellerose
Sage Seeds is the closest licensed cannabis dispensary to UBS Arena and Belmont Park, located five minutes north at 248-15 Union Turnpike in Bellerose, NY. Whether you are catching an Islanders game, a concert, race day at Belmont Park, or any of the events on the UBS Arena calendar, our store sits one Cross Island Parkway exit away from the venue. License OCM-RETL-24-000004.
Five minutes from the arena to your express pickup
From the UBS Arena parking lots, take the Cross Island Parkway North to Exit 28B (Union Turnpike East), continue 0.4 miles, and the store is on the right with on-site parking. Round trip from the arena lots to the Sage Seeds express window typically runs 15-20 minutes including the walk back to your seat. From the Elmont-UBS Arena LIRR station, a rideshare to the store is approximately five minutes.
The shortest route avoids the Hempstead Turnpike traffic that builds up south of the arena on event nights. We recommend the Cross Island Exit 28B path for any event with a 10,000+ attendance.
Pre-order before kickoff, doors, or post
Sage Seeds runs an express pickup window for online orders. On event days, this is the fastest path:
- Place your order at Cannabis Menu before you arrive at the venue (or while you are at the lot)
- Drive five minutes north to Sage Seeds
- Show ID and order confirmation at the express window (right of main counter)
- Walk out in under five minutes
- Return to the venue with discreet vape, edible, or beverage products
Total round trip from arena to the store and back to the gates: 20 minutes on a typical event night.
Discreet, event-friendly product picks
For event-night use, our budtenders typically recommend:
- Low-dose THC drinks (5-10 mg) — discreet, no smell, controlled onset
- Nano-emulsified gummies — faster onset (30-60 minutes versus standard 90+)
- 510 vape cartridges and disposables — quick draws, low scent, easy to pocket
- Pre-rolls for parking lot tailgating before doors open (consume only on private property; public consumption rules apply on arena grounds — see below)
The full menu is at Cannabis Menu. For a deeper guide on what to bring to a game, see Best dispensary deals near Belmont Park on event nights.
What you can and cannot do at UBS Arena and Belmont Park
UBS Arena is private property. Like every major US sports venue, the arena's policies prohibit cannabis use on premises, regardless of New York state law. Belmont Park property follows the same rule. New York state's public consumption rules also apply to outdoor public spaces around the venue: cannabis is treated like tobacco for consumption purposes, which means most outdoor public areas are off-limits. The detailed framework is at Where you can legally smoke in New York.
Possession on your person at the venue is generally lawful for adults 21+ within state purchase caps, but venue security policies vary; check the UBS Arena bag and contraband policy before you go. Do not consume in arena parking lots once events have started. Do not drive after using.
Belmont Park Racetrack notes
Race-day visitors looking for a dispensary near Belmont Park Racetrack reach Sage Seeds in five minutes by car or rideshare. Belmont Park's renovation cycle has shifted some race meetings to Aqueduct in Ozone Park (a separate trip from us), so always confirm the meet location before driving. Sage Seeds is the closest licensed dispensary for both Belmont Park and the Belmont Stakes weekend crowd.
Avoid the unlicensed shops on Hempstead Turnpike
Several unlicensed storefronts operate along Hempstead Turnpike between the arena and Floral Park. Their products do not pass NYS lab testing. For an event-night purchase you actually want to consume, stick to a licensed shop. Verify any New York store at cannabis.ny.gov/dispensary-location-verification. Sage Seeds license: OCM-RETL-24-000004.
State purchasing limits
New York caps single-transaction purchases at three ounces of cannabis flower or 24 grams of concentrates per state law. Bring a valid 21+ government ID. Federal banking restrictions still prevent us from processing major credit cards; pay with exact cash or digital bank transfer through our checkout.
UBS Arena dispensary FAQ
What is the closest dispensary to UBS Arena? Sage Seeds at 248-15 Union Turnpike in Bellerose, approximately five minutes north via Cross Island Parkway Exit 28B.
Can I smoke or vape at UBS Arena? No. UBS Arena is private property and cannabis use is prohibited on premises. Public consumption rules also apply to most outdoor areas around the venue.
Can I bring cannabis into the arena? Possession is generally lawful for adults 21+ within state caps, but the arena's bag and contraband policy may restrict items. Check current venue policy before you go.
Is there a dispensary closer to Belmont Park? No licensed dispensary is closer than Sage Seeds.
How long does the round trip take on event nights? Approximately 15-20 minutes from arena lot to store express window and back, when you pre-order online before arrival.
Can I order delivery to my seat? No. NYS rules require a private residential address for delivery; arena seating and concourses are not eligible.
Order pickup before your event · Get directions · Related: Elmont guide · Belmont Park Racetrack guide · Cross Island Parkway guide
For use only by adults 21 and older. Keep cannabis products out of reach of children and pets. Do not drive or operate machinery after using.