Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce

08/27/2026

This is what we’re talking about! Hilltop's Creekside Cafe is going all in for Buchanan Harvest Fest & Chili Walk!

Get all the info you need right here! Register to compete in the Chili Walk, sponsor and volunteer! https://buchananareachamber.com/events/harvest-fest-chili-walk

Hello Buchanan!!
The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce is Hosting a Harvest Festival on October 3rd!!!

This Festival includes the infamous Chilli walk!!!
During our sidewalk sales we will be selling custom Hilltop Chilli walk T-shirts!!!

We have pre-sale forms available at the resteraunt until September 11th and the shirts get picked up either at the harvest festival on October 3rd during sidewalk sales or at the resteraunt after the 3rd!!!

Make sure to stop down and see what kinds of goodies we have for sale!!!

08/26/2026

Halloween weekend is going to be a hauntingly good time in Buchanan!

Better get a bigger calendar for October!!!! There are five events on Halloween weekend alone. The Buchanan Business Boosters is having a Halloween Street Dance on Main Street. There will be pizza from Milano's and from Lehman's Cider & Donuts. All Free. A costume contest for all ages. Put it on your calendar now!

08/25/2026

Doing some research on the history of Buchanan Harvest Fest & Chili Walk at the Buchanan District Library and check out this incredible photo from 1911! Could this be the very first Harvest Festival??

Be a part of Buchanan’s rich history at this year’s Harvest Festival & Chili Walk on October 3rd! Registration is open now for the chili competition, volunteer opportunities & sponsorships!

*DEADLINE TO ENTER A CHILI IS SEPTEMBER 23RD*

https://buchananareachamber.com/events/harvest-fest-chili-walk

08/25/2026

Registration is now OPEN for Buchanan Harvest Fest & Chili Walk!

This year's Chili Walk will look a little different than in years past. We will be closing Front Street and have all participants right down the middle of downtown! The competition is open to all local businesses and some outside businesses if space allows!

Please note that all participants in the Chili Walk competition will need to provide their own pop up canopy, table and chairs. Electrical outlets will be provided. Set up begins at 11:30am, judging begins at 12:30pm and the walk begins at 1pm!

SIGN UPS FOR THE CHILI WALK CLOSE SEPTEMBER 23RD

Buchanan Harvest Fest revives a beloved community tradition for a new generation—celebrating local businesses, seasonal fun, family entertainment, live music, the Farmers Market, and the signature Chili Walk held on Saturday, October 3rd. Event Schedule 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Buchanan Farmers Ma

08/24/2026

Grab your ladles and chef's hats and register NOW to compete in the Buchanan Harvest Fest & Chili Walk! Sign up HERE!

Buchanan Harvest Fest revives a beloved community tradition for a new generation—celebrating local businesses, seasonal fun, family entertainment, live music, the Farmers Market, and the signature Chili Walk held on Saturday, October 3rd. Event Schedule 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Buchanan Farmers Ma

08/21/2026

What an incredible afternoon we had yesterday alongside the Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce at the Third Thursdays networking event where we had the opportunity to see and welcome the new owners of the beautiful St Joe River Lodge to the Regional Chamber and to the Niles/Buchanan community!

Set along the St. Joseph River on 55 acres of beautiful meadows, woods and trails, St. Joe River Lodge offers a truly unique setting for weddings, retreats, corporate events, private celebrations and getaways. The historic lodge, built in 1921, combines timeless character with modern comfort, while on-site accommodations and outdoor amenities make it an ideal destination for memorable gatherings.

Thank you to the St. Joe River Lodge team for hosting us and allowing us to be part of this exciting milestone. We’re excited to see all the memories, celebrations and experiences that will take place here!

Congratulations and welcome to the Greater Niles Chamber! 💙

Learn more about St. Joe River Lodge: stjoeriverlodge.com
📍 2801 Niles Buchanan Road, Buchanan, MI

08/21/2026

We’re proud to partner with the Michigan Office of Rural Prosperity and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to share about the Southwest Regional Prosperity Summit, happening September 9th in Cassopolis, MI.

This one day event will bring together leaders from economic development, local government, education, nonprofits, and private industry to strengthen regional collaboration, build community capacity, and connect with tools and resources that support a prosperous and resilient Southwest Michigan.

🗓️ September 9, 2026
📍Marketplace on Broadway | Cassopolis, MI
⏰8:00 a.m. registration | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. programming
💲FREE TO ATTEND

Register here: https://orp.jotform.com/261733818241962

We encourage our economic development partners, businesses, community leaders, and stakeholders to take advantage of this opportunity and share it with others who may benefit from attending!

08/21/2026

Looking forward to seeing how Thomas Jolly Antiques decorates the stage for The Art of Home 2026 event at The Loading Dock on Aug 29th! This event will feature an intimate conversation with two world renowned home designers & authors, Jean Stoffer of Magnolia Network & Stoffer Home and Ruth McKeaney of Homeworthy. You'll have the chance to ask questions and meet both afterwards for a book signing.

Get your tickets today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-art-of-home-2026-tickets-1989908145831?fbclid=IwY2xjawTe_elleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFwejBKcXo4djhubXhKMUtqc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqnJpesGkTxOSS2ETJzBFa3XX_stidJNJ3wx-S6EEV6cubv4CAHUKUu_IAD4_aem_qhA1gA_FbyC21nWNAB-VMA

We are thrilled to welcome Thomas Jolly Antiques as the Stage Sponsor for The Art of Home!

Beautiful homes are collected over time, filled with pieces that have history, character and a story to tell. That makes Thomas Jolly Antiques such a perfect partner for an evening celebrating home, family, traditions and design.

A heartfelt thank you to for supporting The Art of Home and helping us create a beautiful setting for this special event.

We can’t wait for you to see it all come together on August

08/20/2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The Buchanan Harvest Fest & Chili Walk is back & better than ever on Saturday, October 3rd and we need volunteers like you to help make it happen!

Whether you can spare an hour or the whole day, your help makes a real difference — from setting up and greeting guests to helping run the Chili Walk itself. It's a fun, low-lift way to give back to the community and be part of one of Buchanan's favorite traditions.

Sign up today to grab your preferred shift before spots fill up!
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