Derek Cota’s Not So PG-13 "Operation Warm Thanks" Comedy Special Live Taping

11/15/2025 9:30 PM

Door Time: 9:00 PM

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Derek Cota's Not So PG13 "Operation Warm Thanks" Comedy Special: A night of laughter for a heartwarming cause Live Taping


Get ready for some comedy at eye level for a great cause! Join us for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy to benefit "Operation Warm Thanks," a grassroots project by Derek Cota. Every holiday season, Derek collects blankets and personally hand delivers them to veterans on Christmas Day at the Long Beach Veterans Administration Community Living Center. Your sponsorship will help us provide warmth and comfort to those who have served our country. Here are our four exclusive sponsorship tiers, each offering a unique way to support this heartwarming mission:

Operation Warm Thanks - Honoring those who served.

On October 14th of 2019, while walking through Lakewood Mall, a young man was asked what he would like to do for Christmas Day. The young man promptly responded, "I want to give blankets to veterans who do not have anyone to spend the holidays with." While others plan holidays around family and friends, many of our Nations Heroes go forgotten. It is with this in mind that Derek Cota founder of Operation Warm Thanks, set forth on his mission to thank, honor and show the gratitude, they rightfully have earned. With every blanket donated, a Salute is rendered followed by a thank you for your service, a firm handshake, a blanket is then hand delivered to the Veteran and a set of eager ears ready to listen to the stories and forgotten history of the brave men and women of the United States Military.

About Derek Cota:

Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for some comedy at eye level. This young man has been taking the comedy world like a true heavyweight contender. At only 13 years old he has performed at The HaHa Cafe, The Laugh Factor Hollywood, The Comedy Chateau, The Commerce Casino and at The Stand Up in his hometown of Bellflower California,

Derek has performed alongside fellow comics Jeff Garcia, Alex Raymundo, Joey Medina, Edgar Rivera, Chris Simpson, Jamming Jay Lamont and countless others.

Derek Cota is a renowned comedian known for his sharp wit and hilarious performances. Earning the moniker “Derek The Prodigy Cota”. With a passion for giving back to the community, Derek has organized the "Operation Warm Thanks" blanket delivery to bring love, respect, joy and warmth to Veterans residing in the Long Beach VA Hospital Community Living Center.

Event Details:

  • 930 pm Show: Derek Cota’s Not So PG-13 "Operation Warm Thanks" Comedy Special Live Taping. Featuring Paul Farris, Comic JR, Ruckus, Mike M., Derek the Prodigy Cota, Joey Medina & Host JoJo Garcia
  • GA – general admission
  • VIP Table for two – premium seating in front row or exclusive booth seating access to meet and greet on VIP lanyard and name in post credit.

The "Operation Warm Thanks" Comedy Special is more than just a night of comedy; it's an opportunity to give back to the community. Proceeds from the event will go towards providing warm blankets and essential items to those in need during the cold winter months. Derek Cota, known for his sharp wit and hilarious performances, has curated a lineup of talented comedians who are ready to deliver side-splitting humor for a great cause. Join us for a night of laughter, warmth, and giving back. Together, we can make a difference in our community while enjoying top-notch comedy performances.

FREE PARKING next door (City National Bank Adjacent Structure)
2 drink minimum purchase required.
Full bar, delicious craft cocktails and N/A beverages.
We offer full dinner menu.