4/20, also known as “Weed Day” or “Marijuana Day,” has become a cultural phenomenon celebrated by many around the world. But how did this seemingly random date become synonymous with marijuana? The origins of 4/20 can be traced back to a group of high school students in California in the early 1970s. These students, known as “The Waldos,” would meet at 4:20 PM every day to search for a rumored abandoned marijuana crop. This became their code for smoking marijuana and eventually, 4:20 became their code for any marijuana-related activities. The term gained popularity in the 1990s thanks to the spread of cannabis culture and the rise of the internet. With the rise of social media, 4/20 became a worldwide phenomenon, with people using the date as an excuse to gather with friends and partake in marijuana use. It has also become a day for advocacy and activism, with many using the date to push for the legalization of marijuana and to bring attention to the medicinal benefits of the plant. Today, 4/20 is celebrated by millions of people around the world, with events, concerts, and festivals dedicated to the plant. While the origins of this date may have been rooted in a search for a hidden crop, it has evolved into a day of celebration and advocacy for the legalization and acceptance of marijuana.