2026 GENERAL ELECTION
TUESDAY,
November 3rd, 2026
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August 5th
First day for any registered voter within the confines of the United States to apply by mail or in
person to the election authority for an official vote by mail ballot. Please note that mailing and
delivery of ballots does not begin until Thursday, September 24, 2026. (10 ILCS 5/19-2, 19-4)
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September 24th
First day Vote by Mail ballots shall be sent to the USPS for delivery & first day of Early Voting.
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October 6th
Close of regular voter registration. Grace Period Registration begins after this date.
*Voters may still register online through October 18th.*
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October 18th
Last day of online voter registration.
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October 26th
Last for registered UOCAVA voters to apply for a Vote by Mail ballot.
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November 2nd
Last day of Early Voting.
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November 3rd
Day of the 2026 General Election.
Polls are open from 6:00am – 7:00pm.
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2026 Election Calendar for more dates and details pertaining to the 2026 Primary and General Elections.
