Holiday List in Michigan 2026

The holiday calendar is reflective of the way Michigan functions, which is industrial, union, and closely affiliated with national labor regulations. Very little is cosmetic. Most holiday observances exist solely through their affiliation with national systems or agreements related to stopping work.

The state observes the federal calendar to a large extent, adding very few holidays of its own. This is by design. Michigan has always counted upon the predictability of its manufacturing, transportation, and government services. A short holiday schedule is the key to this predictability.

Cultural experimentation has no place here. If a holiday becomes part of our schedule, it is because it has been a factor for attendees from government offices. The rest follow local policies or annual leave.

The following are the holidays as recognized by the State of Michigan.

Official State Holidays in Michigan for 2026

How Holidays Work in Michigan

Government offices and courts in the state follow these dates rigorously. Schools in the vicinity normally operate on the same dates as above, but have additional holidays in between. Banks follow the federal banking dates.

Private organizations are not obliged to follow the holidays of the states, but they often follow the holidays, especially in the case of trade unionized sectors, in which the holidays have been outlined in an agreement.

FAQs

1. Does Michigan have any state-specific holidays?

No major standalone state-only holidays are observed statewide.

2. Are state offices closed on all federal holidays?

Yes, for the holidays listed above.

3. Do private employers have to follow this calendar?

No. Holiday policies are set by employers or collective agreements.

4. Why is the list shorter than some other states?

Michigan prioritises alignment with federal systems and labor contracts.

5. What if a holiday falls on a weekend?

Observed dates are typically shifted to the nearest weekday.