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The Loading Dock

HOURS

Bar + Restaurant Open to the Public Hours
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ORDER ON DOORDASH

Closed Monday + Tuesday
Wednesday thru Sunday
Noon – 10 pm
Except Private Events

PIE FLAVORS THIS WEEK: Blueberry, Apple, Pumpkin Cheesecake, and German Chocolate

Wednesday 10/14/26
Office Open 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm
12-10pm Restaurant OPEN
5pm Crafts & Cocktails NO COVER CHARGE
7pm Karaoke NO COVER CHARGE

Thursday 10/15/26
Office Open 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm
12-10pm Restaurant OPEN
7pm LIVE MUSIC Dylan Raymond Country $5 in advance, $8 at the door

Friday 10/16/26
Office Open 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm
12-10pm Restaurant OPEN
6:30pm Swing Dance Night $5 in advance, $8 at the door

Saturday 10/17/26
Office CLOSED
12-10pm Restaurant OPEN
7pm Caroline Rhea Comedy Show – Must have Ticket to Eat at Restaurant

Sunday 10/18/26
Office CLOSED
12-10pm Restaurant OPEN
Professional Football on the Big Screen

325 E. Front St.
Suite 118
Buchanan, MI 49107

The Loading Dock is Southwest Michigan’s newest event venue.

Located in Buchanan, MI, The Loading Dock holds up to 475 guests, in a historic art deco-meets-industrial-design space. Formerly Clark Equipment Company, The Loading Dock reimagines romance and history in one location, with a cocktail bar and lunch menu that embraces historical charm and modern taste.

Book your tour today to see how this venue can become home for your next corporate meeting, gala, party, wedding, or other special event.

Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Business Boosters, by Still Joy Photography
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Business Boosters, by Still Joy Photography
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions
Photo Courtesy of Buchanan Common Concert Series, by OnBase Productions

Parking for The Loading Dock is accessed via Front Street in downtown Buchanan. The main lot is on the west side of the event building, between the duck pond and The Loading Dock.

The parking lot will close to the general public 3 hours prior to event start times, with the lot open to event guests only. The lot will reopen to event guests only 1 hour prior to the event start time. Chunk’s traffic must use 3rd Street/Skyline during events at The Loading Dock. Please check The Loading Dock’s Facebook page to see updated day-of parking information.

The overflow lot is to the north, past Chunk’s Ice Cream. Refer to parking map provided for further information and details. 

The City of Buchanan also has several public lots available for event parking. 

The parking lot next to Citgo to the south of The Loading Dock is not event parking for The Loading Dock.

As a courtesy to our guests, The Loading Dock has a contract with SOPHI Mobility for valet and/or parking services, which clients may add to their booking for an additional discounted rate. Inquire at time of booking.

Follow us on socials for daily updates and progress reports!

Facebook: @theloadingdock (link)
Instagram: @theloadingdock_michigan (link)
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