Mashable launched global Social Media Day in June of 2010 as a way to recognize and celebrate social media's impact on communications. Celebrating advancements in technology, digital innovation and service improvement in government, business and education. In celebration, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed June 30, 2026, as Michigan Social Media Day. This year marks the 17th global celebration of Social Media Day and the 14th statewide celebration in Michigan.

2026 Social Media Day in Michigan activities include:

• Share the 2026 Social Media Day in Michigan proclamation and 2026 image on social media using hashtag #SMDay and #SMDayMI.
• Explore and follow State of Michigan social media accounts at Michigan.gov/SocialMedia.
• Connect with a friend, family member or online community and engage in meaningful conversation.

Sample X (Twitter) Posts

• #Michigan's Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaims June 30th as Social Media Day in Michigan! Learn more at https://go.mi.gov/smdaymi. #SMDay #MiGovSocial #SocialGov
• DYK: June 30, 2026, is the 17th global #SMDay? It is! This is the 14th year @migovernment is celebrating #SMDayMI! Learn more at https://go.mi.gov/smdaymi. #MiGovSovial #SocialGov
• It's Social Media Day in Michigan! Learn about @migovernment's use of social media at Michigan.gov/SocialMedia. #SMDay #SMDayMI #MiGovSocial #SocialGov

Sample Facebook and LinkedIn Posts

• The State of Michigan in celebrating the 14th annual statewide celebration of Social Media Day in Michigan and the 17th global celebration of Social Media Day worldwide today, June 30, 2026. First recognized by Mashable in June 2010, Social Media Day, acknowledges the impact of social media, and the role it plays in our daily lives. Learn more at https://go.mi.gov/smdaymi and view the statewide proclamation at https://go.mi.gov/dyznv2790. #SMDay #SMDayMI #MiGovSocial #SocialGov
• This year on Michigan Social Media Day, and every day, the State of Michigan is encouraging Michiganders and all social media users to utilize this ever-emerging medium as a positive tool for good. Learn more about our use of social media at Michigan.gov/SocialMedia. #SMDay #SMDayMI #MiGovSocial #SocialGov
• It's Social Media Day in Michigan! With a goal of making government more transparent and accessible, teams across the State of Michigan are using social media to create a more participatory government. Learn more about our use of social media at Michigan.gov/SocialMedia. #SMDay #SMDayMI #MiGovSocial #SocialGov

Michigan Social Media Day Resources

• Michigan Social Media Day website: https://go.mi.gov/smdaymi
• Blog post: https://go.mi.gov/yfjd32803
• Michigan Social Media Day promotional image: https://go.mi.gov/uvp292791
• 2026 proclamation text link: https://go.mi.gov/dyznv2790