Memorial Day, the next federal holiday, is coming up in a little more than two weeks, allowing Michigan residents time to honor fallen military personnel during the three-day weekend.
In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026, schools, U.S. Post Offices, banks, some businesses and non-essential government agencies will close.
In addition to honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice, the holiday weekend — May 23-25 — is considered the unofficial start to summer as many gatherings are held outside.
What to know about Memorial Day 2026.
When is Memorial Day this year?
Memorial Day is on Monday, May 25, 2026. The holiday is always the last Monday in May.
Is Memorial Day a federal holiday?
Yes. Memorial Day is both a federal and state holiday in Michigan, and workers typically get the day off. It became an official federal holiday in 1971 through an act of Congress. City, county, village and state offices all will be closed, along with federal agencies and courts.
After Memorial Day, the next federal holiday is Juneteenth, on Friday, June 19.
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day and Veterans Day often get mixed up because they both honor service members.
However, Memorial Day honors those who died while serving in the military while Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2026, recognizes all who have served in the armed forces, including the living.
May 2026 calendar: What other holidays are coming up?
Here are other dates in May 2026:
Contact Sarah Moore @ smoore@lsj.com
This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: When is Memorial Day this year? Unofficial start to summer is ahead
Reporting by Sarah Moore, USA TODAY NETWORK / Lansing State Journal
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