Respect My Region Presents Catalyst All Star Weekend
Respect My Region Presents Catalyst All Star Weekend February 12th – 15th with Four Events
Respect My Region and Catalyst Hawthorne team up for a four-day run of cannabis, culture, comedy, and basketball during NBA All Star Weekend in Los Angeles.
By Joseph Brabo · · California Cannabis
Catalyst All Star Weekend 2026: Presented by Respect My Region
Dates: Thursday, Feb 12 – Sunday, Feb 15, 2026
Location: Catalyst Hawthorne Dispensary & Consumption Lounge
Entry: 21+ with valid ID (some events require proof of purchase)
Programming: Terp Social, All Star Showcase, Joint Effort Comedy Show, NBA All Star Watch Party
Thursday, February 12: Terp Social x Cannabiotix
The series opens on Thursday, February 12 with Catalyst Hawthorne’s weekly event series, Terp Social. This is one of Southern California’s only weekly cannabis networking and tasting events.
This particular evening is in collaboration with one of California’s top cannabis companies, Cannabiotix.
Terp Social events are known for pulling together Catalyst customers, local budtenders from the Catalyst locations as well as other dispensaries across Southern California. The February 12th event is the unofficial pregame for cannabis lovers for All Star Weekend.
Friday, February 13: Catalyst All Star Showcase
Friday, February 13th, the focus becomes the first ever Catalyst All Star Showcase, presented by RMR, and in collaboration with Catalyst, Sunset Connect, and West Coast Cure (so far).
The Catalyst All Star Showcase highlights brands and partners actively shaping the cannabis landscape, with Sunset Connect and West Coast Cure representing two modern California brands built on legacy roots.
The All Star Showcase acts as a bridge between industry networking and the broader All Star Weekend energy flowing through the city, offering a space where culture and cannabis overlap naturally.
Saturday, February 14: Joint Effort Comedy Show (Valentine’s Day)
Saturday is February 14 — which means Valentine’s Day officially lands right in the middle of NBA All Star Weekend. The programming at Catalyst pivots into live entertainment with the first-ever Joint Effort Comedy Show inside the lounge.
Hosted by respected comedian and host, Brinan Weeks, the show features a four-comedian lineup including Elias Zepeda, Tatyana Guchi, Ed Greer, and Andrew Orofolo.
The Joint Effort Comedy Show is new, but these comedians have worked relentlessly to become recognizable faces within Los Angeles comedy culture. Pairing stand-up comedy with a relaxed lounge environment — where performers can connect directly with the audience and guests can enjoy cannabis responsibly — will be memorable in its own way.
Saturday Schedule
- Lounge opens: 2:00 PM
- Brand takeover begins: 4:00 PM
- Comedy show begins: 6:00 PM
The February 14th Joint Effort Comedy Show is powered by Muha Meds as the official brand sponsor for the night. Entry is 21+ with valid ID and proof of purchase is required at the dispensary.
Sunday, February 15: NBA All Star Game Watch Party
The weekend closes on Sunday with the NBA All Star Game Watch Party, in collaboration with Basketball Watch Club and sponsored by Sunset Connect.
The event transforms the lounge into a communal viewing space for one of the most watched games of the year — bringing together basketball fans, creatives, and cannabis consumers in a shared environment.
Although a relatively newer entity, Basketball Watch Club continues to build its presence through in-person gatherings that emphasize community and shared experience. We encourage you to follow them on Instagram and Threads, and to also subscribe to their newsletter.
The watch party serves as a natural close to the series, offering a place to watch the game, connect with familiar faces, and decompress after four straight days of programming tied to All Star Weekend.
Why This Weekend Matters
Taken together, the Catalyst All Star Weekend Series reflects a broader shift in how cannabis lounges are being used in Los Angeles. Rather than operating as isolated retail spaces, lounges like Catalyst are becoming cultural venues that host live entertainment, community-driven events, and collaborative programming that mirrors the city around them.
By aligning cannabis, comedy, networking, and basketball under one roof, the All Star Weekend series positions Catalyst as an active participant in the weekend’s cultural footprint rather than a passive backdrop.
From Terp Social and Cannabiotix opening the week, to brand showcases with Sunset Connect and West Coast Cure, to live stand-up comedy powered by Muha Meds, and a closing night watch party with Basketball Watch Club, the four-day run offers a different experience each night while maintaining a consistent throughline.
It is built around people showing up, staying awhile, and engaging with the space beyond a single moment.
As NBA All Star Weekend takes over Los Angeles, the Catalyst All Star Weekend Series stands out as a grounded, community-focused run of events rooted in cannabis culture and the realities of the city hosting it.