Swade Cannabis has launched The Church on Delmar, a cannabis-friendly event venue located above its Delmar Loop dispensary in a restored church at 6166 Delmar Blvd. The space, described as the first of its kind in the region, is designed to host corporate events, weddings, art shows, lectures and community gatherings, with the option to incorporate a curated cannabis experience.
Set in the heart of the Delmar Loop, The Church on Delmar blends the character of a historic St. Louis landmark with contemporary cannabis culture. The surrounding six-block district is known for its concentration of music venues, restaurants and independent shops, and the venue aims to reflect that energy by prioritizing local artists, vendors and service providers for events. Inside, the space features stained glass windows by artist Marissa Favazza, curated local art, and flexible floor plans suited for both large and small groups.
“The Church on Delmar was created to bring people together, not just around cannabis, but around creativity, connection, and community,” said Joey Pintozzi, chief revenue and strategy officer for BeLeaf Medical and project manager for the venue. “The cannabis landscape is growing, and this space celebrates consumption on a level that is brand new to our region.”
The venue also reflects Swade’s broader community-focused approach. Founded in 2021 as one of Missouri’s first dispensaries, Swade operates 11 locations statewide and is owned by BeLeaf Medical, a vertically integrated company known for its Sinse brand of flower-based products. Organizers say The Church on Delmar is intended to function as a neighborhood resource, with an emphasis on local partnerships and charitable events that keep economic and cultural benefits within the community.
Room rentals range from $150 to $500 per hour, with tiered packages available for corporate, college, community and social events. Optional add-ons include budtender service, mocktail bars, décor packages and on-site concierge support. The venue operates daily from 10 a.m. to midnight.
For private cannabis-friendly events, guests can purchase flower, pre-rolls, vapes and other products directly from the Swade dispensary located below the event space, through on-site sales, pre-orders or kiosks during events. All cannabis events are private, limited to guests 21 and older, and comply with state regulations. Professional ventilation and smoke filtration systems are in place, and alcohol service is permitted for licensed caterers and non-cannabis events.More information and reservations are available at thechurchondelmar.org.