when is the governor election in michigan

The next Michigan governor election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Here’s the quick scoop:

• The general election for Michigan governor is on November 3, 2026.

• The party primaries to choose Democratic and Republican nominees are on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

• These dates line up with Michigan’s broader 2026 election schedule, when other major statewide offices and legislative seats are also on the ballot.

If you’re planning ahead, think of early August 2026 for picking the nominees and early November 2026 for deciding the next governor.