Buchanan Pride 2026 – Together we are strong!
The Buchanan Pride Committee proudly announces the programming and theme for Buchanan Pride 2026 on Sunday, June 28th, 2026, from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Our 2026 Buchanan Pride theme is “Together We Are Strong,” as now, more than ever, we need to focus on unity in our community to protect ourselves in a time of rapid legal and policy changes meant to undermine the civil rights of our community members.
Over our 4-year history, Buchanan Pride has become a staple Pride event in the Michiana area, and we invite you to come experience the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at this event. We have an exciting vendor market planned and an entertainment lineup that is sure to please, from recurring favorites to some local gems!
Our Pride vendor market opens at 1 pm and is presented by Zen Leaf, featuring everything from locally crafted goods to vintage clothing to all kinds of Pride items. We will have food vendors serving up sweet and savory treats, and we’ll have info at the Pride Booth on local restaurants open during Buchanan Pride. We currently have over 30 vendors registered. If you want to be a vendor at Buchanan Pride 2026, please visit www.buchananpride.com and click on the Vendor rainbow link on the right-hand side.
Our Pride entertainment line-up is presented by Cannavista Wellness and will keep your groove going all day long. Ultrafab returns as our headliner, and the program also includes highlights from last year’s Buchanan’s Got Talent contest and auditions for this year’s contest, set for August 14th. Register to audition at Pride for Buchanan’s Got Talent at https://www.facebook.com/culturalartseverywhere . We will also feature a popular young local musician, Hank Nelson, affectionately known as the Singin’ Gritter.
The event concludes with a dance party on the Common featuring DJ Chuck Fry. The full entertainment line-up:
• 2 pm: Buchanan’s Got Talent 2025 Revue and 2026 Auditions
• 3 pm: Hank Nelson
• 4-6 pm: Ultrafab band
• 6-8 pm: DJ Chuck Fry
We are very pleased to report that Buchanan’s new downtown streetscape is complete and looks beautiful. No construction this year, so no issues accessing the beautiful Buchanan Common at 122 Days Avenue in Buchanan. Get out your pride finery and dancing shoes for a party that will bring joy and good vibes to your summer!
To keep updated on all things Buchanan Pride, make sure to visit www.buchananpride.com website, https://www.facebook.com/BuchananPride and https://www.instagram.com/buchanan_pride/. Buchanan Pride is sponsored by Cannavista Wellness, Zen Leaf, Lifted Micro-Growery, Mint Cannabis, Cultural Arts Everywhere, High Profile, Honor Credit Union, McCollum’s, On Base Productions, and B&W’s Pour Decisions. The Buchanan Area Senior Center’s Buchanan Pride Committee produces the event.
ABOUT THE HOST & SPONSORS:
Buchanan Area Senior Center (BASC), a non-profit charitable organization, is a community focal point on aging. We offer programs and services that promote physical, social, and mental well-being, including exercise, recreation, crafts, Senior Nutrition Services, transport to medical appointments, food commodities, a Senior Community Garden, and more. During the pandemic, older adults suffered isolation, and studies found that LGBTQ+ older adults suffered greater isolation as they are twice as likely to live alone, so we started a monthly LGBTQ+ social to build social connections and support. Members of the group joined together to organize Buchanan’s first Pride event on The Common in 2023 and every year since. More at www.thebasc.org and www.buchananpride.com.
Ultrafab is one of the Michiana area’s most in-demand dance and party bands, playing your favorite dance tunes from Stevie Wonder, to Lady Gaga, to Avicci, to Luke Bryan, to Pitbull. Based in South Bend, IN, Ultrafab plays shows in Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio, so they are sure to be in a city near you soon! More at www.ultrafabband.com. Facebook @ultrafabband
Chuck Fry is a renowned DJ and videographer who lives in the South Bend area. He is known for his excellent DJ skills specializing in House Music and Electronic Music. In 2015, he founded CHUCK, an award winning boutique video production company based in South Bend, Indiana. Facebook @chuck.fry.35
Hank Nelson, known as “The Singin’ Gritter,” is a young musician with an old soul and a voice built for timeless songs.
Cannavista Wellness, Stage Sponsor, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for both our guests and our community through the provisioning of cannabis in a collaborative, safe, and inspiring environment. We promote the rights of patients and the healing power of the plant through advocacy, education, and research, while our curated selection of premium recreational brands and products will satisfy the most discerning recreational users. Located at 120 E Front Street, Buchanan, https://cannavistawellness.com/
Cultural Arts Everywhere, Pride Champion Sponsor, is a not-for-profit arts incubator for collaborative projects in the areas of Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Film Arts, Literary Arts, Language Arts, and Culinary Arts. We are dedicated to fostering creativity as a means to positively impact the world. We showcase, educate, and advocate for the arts to unlock potential and affirm capabilities through discipline and self trust. https://www.culturalartseverywhere.org/
High Profile, Pride Champion Sponsor. High Profile cannabis stores curate and sell premium cannabis flower and other products, serving up high vibes across Michigan. Our goal is to be the essential cannabis destination for each community we serve. With a focus on full-spectrum products, we seek out and offer the industry’s best brands for both medical and recreational customers. High Profile budtenders are experienced and down-to-earth, focused on helping you have the best possible experience with cannabis every time. https://highprofilecannabis.com/
Honor Credit Union, Pride Champion Sponsor, is a Michigan credit union with branches throughout the Michiana area. They work with their customers to craft solutions to fit their financial needs and help them achieve financial success. https://www.honorcu.com/
Lifted, Community Pride Sponsor, is a local, Family Owned Micro-Growery and Dispensary located in Buchanan, MI. We not only pride ourselves in providing the finest, high quality, small batch cannabis in the area, but we also have a full selection of edibles, cartridges, and concentrates from the best brands in the state. What makes us different from the majority of cannabis dispensaries is that with our micro-business license, we are able to cultivate the cannabis we sell in-house, in the very same building as the dispensary.
McCollum’s, Pride Champion Sponsor tucked inside The Grant Hotel, offers a refined yet relaxed dining experience. With a menu rooted in bold, seasonal flavors and a bar stocked with a deep selection of bourbon, wine, and craft cocktails, McCollum’s blends elevated cuisine with warm hospitality. Whether you're joining us for a memorable dinner, a handcrafted drink, or a late-night bite, McCollum’s delivers exceptional taste in an unforgettable setting.
Mint Cannabis, Community Pride Sponsor, is a national, multi-state operator, cultivator, and innovator headquartered in Guadalupe, Arizona. Its parent company, Brightroot Inc., was founded in 2016. Serving recreational, medical cardholders and adult-use customers ages 21+, the Mint operates a highly respected nationwide network of state-of-the-art retail locations, manufacturing, and extraction laboratories, with cultivation centers across the U.S. with over 34 locations and growing.
On Base Productions, Pride Champion Sponsor, is an award-winning media production company based in Niles, MI. A family-owned business, we take the time to get to know our clients’ needs and understand the importance of doing the job right. We also like to have fun and handle every project with a unique flair and approach to fit everyone’s distinct tastes.
B&W’s Pour Decisions, Pride Champion Sponsor, has breathed new life into the space that previously housed B&W’s bar and grill. Pour Decisions serves up Good Food, Lots of Laughs and Pour Decisions.
Zen Leaf, Vendor Market sponsor, is a medical and recreational marihuana dispensary in the heart of Buchanan, 259 E Front St., is dedicated to serving the local community and providing customers a better quality of life through access to medical and adult-use marihuana. We strive to improve the health of visitors by sharing the science behind marihuana and a dedication to providing our customers with top-quality products, strains, edibles, and educational material. Visit zenleafdispensaries.com for more! https://zenleafdispensaries.com.
About the Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce:
The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 that has provided leadership in promoting the spirit of the community through increased communication and cooperation among businesses, organizations, and individuals in order to enhance the growth, prosperity, and quality of life in the area for over 60 years.
About the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber:
The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is a 501(c)6 business advocacy and collective-impact organization serving Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren Counties. Established in 1954, the Chamber works to strengthen regional assets, advocate for shared priorities, and cultivate an economic ecosystem that prepares the region for future opportunities.