Macomb County’s first cannabis consumption lounge will open Friday, Aug. 8 alongside a new dispensary.

Bowdega, a “culturally inspired” cannabis retail shop, and Burn1, its adjacent consumption site, will celebrate their official grand opening at 45411 Park Avenue, just north of Hall Road (M-59) near Dave & Buster’s in Utica.

Bowdega owner Marvin Kiezi said the opening marks the end of the construction and stocking phase of his $5 million business, which he began working on in December 2024.

“It’s a new market, so I’m excited about that,” Kiezi said. “Let’s face it, this is an evolving business and market, so we had to bring something fresh to the table. I think we’ve accomplished that.”

For Friday’s grand opening, customers will have a variety of special activities including food truc

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