Memorial Day is May 26, 2025, with the weekend running May 24-26. The following state parks have closures in effect during Memorial Day weekend: Bewabic State Park: The B and C loops of the modern campground are closed for construction and road repaving. Brimley State Park: The day-use area is closed and set to reopen June 15.

Various opportunities to honor members of the military who died while serving the nation are taking place across West Michigan for Memorial Day this year. Originally called Decoration Day, the holiday was first observed by communities all over the U.

AAA estimates more than 1.3 million Michigan residents are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home during the holiday weekend.

The ice storm hit the Midwest in late March, bringing freezing rain and sleet to northern Lower Michigan. Icicles weighing down limbs and snapped the trunks of trees — many pine — like twigs. In Kalamazoo County, a tree struck a vehicle, killing three children, ages 11, 4 and 2. The state’s new warning calls for ongoing vigilance.

Several mid-Michigan communities will be taking part in a variety of Memorial Day activities this weekend, ranging from parades to running events.

Car dealers are offering financing and leasing specials on popular models for Memorial Day 2025. Here are some of the best incentives out there.