Curaleaf Opens New Branded Dispensary in New Albany, Ohio, with RC Retail 2

Curaleaf Expands Retail Footprint with New Albany, Ohio Location, Reaching 155 Dispensaries Nationwide

STAMFORD, Conn. – Cannabis giant Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF), is aggressively expanding its retail presence, announcing the opening of a new Curaleaf-branded dispensary near New Albany, Ohio. Located at 6500 N Hamilton Rd Westerville, OH 43081, the dispensary will bolster Curaleaf’s presence in the burgeoning Ohio cannabis market.

This strategic move reflects Curaleaf’s commitment to capturing a significant share of the rapidly expanding cannabis market in Ohio, especially as the state navigates the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding both medical and recreational marijuana. The New Albany location will operate under Curaleaf’s support services, guaranteeing consistent quality and experience for both therapeutic patients and adult-use consumers. The company also holds the right for future ownership of the dispensary, pending regulatory approval, which could potentially expand their Ohio footprint to four stores and raise their nationwide total to 155.

The Curaleaf New Albany dispensary, conveniently situated off the Hamilton Road Exit on 161, will offer a diverse range of premium cannabis products catering to a broad spectrum of consumer preferences. Offerings include trusted brands like Select BRIQ all-in-one vapes, Grassroots high-quality flower, JAMS edibles, and Find flower. This diversified product portfolio aims to cater to both seasoned cannabis consumers and newcomers to the market, maximizing Curaleaf’s potential customer base.

“Expanding our presence in Ohio reinforces our commitment to support the growth of the state’s rapidly maturing cannabis market,” said Boris Jordan, Curaleaf Chairman and CEO. “This new location delivers quality, convenience, and care, serving the needs of longtime patients and new cannabis customers as the market continues to evolve. Curaleaf is looking forward to welcoming the New Albany community and providing greater access to high-quality cannabis throughout Central Ohio.” 

Beyond its business operations, Curaleaf is actively engaging with the local community through volunteer initiatives with organizations like the Pelatonia Race, the Mid Ohio Food Bank and Farm, and Meals on Wheels. This community involvement underscores Curaleaf’s emphasis on social responsibility—not only providing quality products but also building goodwill within the areas it serves.

Curaleaf New Albany is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. A grand opening celebration, including a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the New Albany Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for September 12, 2025. This event will feature local vendors, refreshments, and special promotions, highlighting Curaleaf’s commitment to creating a positive brand experience and fostering local partnerships. Curaleaf also operates retail locations in Cuyahoga Falls, Lima, and Newark, Ohio, with further expansion planned later in 2025. 

In other strategic moves, Curaleaf recently rebranded its Reef Dispensary in Las Vegas to Curaleaf Las Vegas Strip, located at 3400 Western Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89109, and relocated its Payson, Utah Pharmacy to a new location in nearby Springville, Utah located at 484 S 1750 W Suite F, Springville, UT 84663. These parallel initiatives suggest a broader strategy by Curaleaf to optimize its retail network, consolidate branding efforts, and ensure prime locations for maximum customer access—particularly in key markets like Las Vegas and states with emerging medical cannabis programs.

About Curaleaf Holdings

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, Anthem and The Hemp Company provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit https://ir.curaleaf.com.

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