Michigan happy hour laws

Legal

Happy hour is legal in Michigan with no limits on hours. Two-for-one has been allowed since 2025, but three or more of the same drink for one price and unlimited drinks for a set price are not.

Last checked · Oct 19, 2026

What changed

  • Feb 3, 2025: The rule banning two identical drinks for one price (R 436.1438) was rescinded.

The rules

  1. No unlimited drinks at a set price, except at a private function under a written agreement.

    MCL 436.2014(1)

  2. No three or more identical drinks to one person for one price, and those drinks may not be sold below cost.

    MCL 436.2014(2)

  3. A licensee may not give away liquor, apart from permitted tastings.

    MCL 436.2025(1)

Happy hour in Michigan

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