"This is the next thing that is going to be happening at events. Whether it is a festival, flea market or concert in the fairgrounds," says Peter Tempkins of Hub International. (Credit: Stanimir G. Stoev/Shutterstock.com)

Cannabis use has been a long-time (somewhat) clandestine activity at festivals, concerts and other special events. This is starting to change as more states legalize recreational use and event organizers attempt to draw crowds with designated cannabis zones. This, of course, carries a new set of risks for special event insurers.

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