In May, Crescent Canna and other hemp beverage companies squared off with Louisiana legislators regarding the sale of THC-infused products such as seltzers and gummies. Shreveport Republican Senator Thomas Pressly, R-Shreveport, Senate Bill 237 passed the House Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice by a 7-5 vote May 14.  The bill, which faced opposition from 67 lobbyists and organizations, proposed to outlaw the manufacture or sale of products containing any tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in cannabis, except those licensed as medical marijuana products. Local company Crescent Canna, which produces seltzers and gummies containing THC and CBD encouraged Louisiana residents to push back and speak out against the proposed legislation. The small business said if the legislation was overturned, they would host a party and now they are delivering on that promise.

Crescent Canna has joined forces with Tipitina’s to host “Wobble Fest” which celebrates the big winner Louisiana hemp businesses over the special interests that sought to ban the industry . This free show will be held on July 20 at 8 p.m. at Tipitina’s and will be free to those 21 and over. Flow Tribe and Billy Iuso will perform.

Although the show is free, an RSVP is required. Those interested in attending can click here to register and receive a code for tickets. Each RSVP includes one free Crescent Canna drink from the bar. There is an option to upgrade to VIP for $40. The exclusive tasting opportunity includes a full Crescent 9 open bar. Proceeds from VIP sales will go toward hemp advocacy and lobbying efforts in Louisiana. Crescent Canna will also have samples of its new Wobble energy/THC drink blend.

OffBeat publisher Jan Ramsey has been outspoken about the decriminalization of marijuana use. Read her opinions here.