If 2025 saw the low-key and intentional integration of cannabis into the wider St. Louis wellness culture, then that vibe certainly accelerated as the year drew to a close. The biggest story of the year happened December 18, when the federal government reclassified marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance—something that activists have been working toward for years. While the long-term effects of rescheduling are still to be determined, industry leaders are mostly celebrating the news because it will make medical research and studying marijuana more widespread. For enthusiasts, perhaps the biggest positive to rescheduling is that it is just one more step toward cannabis being more acceptable and destigmatized. There have already been major strides, and experts anticipate more progress in 2026. It’s going to be a great year!
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The Scoop
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SWADE opens cannabis-friendly event space
St. Louis cannabis enthusiasts received a wonderful, much-needed gift from SWADE Cannabis earlier this month. The brand announced that it has opened a first-of-its-kind cannabis event venue, The Church on Delmar. Located above SWADE’s Delmar Loop dispensary, the new space provides a cannabis-friendly gathering place for corporate events, weddings, fundraisers, galas, art shows, and private parties. The space also offers an optional curated cannabis experience that can be incorporated into an event. To learn more, visit thechurchondelmar.org.
🏛️ Federal Rescheduling
Industry pros weigh in on what it means for Missouri cannabis
The biggest cannabis story of last year broke December 18, when the federal government moved to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance, freeing up its ability to be more easily studied for its health benefits. It also has the potential to provide tax relief and banking access for industry players. In a recent Missouri Independent article, several leaders in the state’s cannabis scene shared their thoughts about what the development could mean for the Missouri market.
🍽️ Kind Dining
Social Yoga STL launches monthly infused dinner club
Social Yoga STL, a cannabis-friendly wellness events brand, is getting in on the infused-dining scene with a new monthly dinner series. Dubbed “Canna Supper Club,” the program is described as a “monthly, intentional dinner social for people who want real connection, good food, and elevated conversation—without the chaos of a party scene or the pressure of networking.” For tickets and details about the first event, on January 21 at Better Daze Glass Gallery, are available here.
A MESSAGE FROM KIND GOODS
Kind Goods opens in Maryland Heights
Meet Missouri’s OG deli style dispensary. Find premium flower, curated products and a friendly shopping experience now in the heart of Maryland Heights.
St. Louis cannabis experts share trends to watch in 2026
From consumption lounges and infused dining experiences to widespread acceptance of cannabis as part of a health and wellness regimen, the coming year is expected to be a banner one for the industry.
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In the News
New federal regulations complicate Missouri debate over intoxicating hemp (Missouri Independent)
Local dispensary reacts after Trump green-lights marijuana reclassification (FOX 2 Now)
What Trump’s marijuana rescheduling order does—and doesn’t—mean for Missouri cannabis (Muddy River News)
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