NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION
Make Your Plan to Vote
Chicago voters can vote early, vote by mail, or vote in person on Election Day. Here’s what you need to know.
Vote Early
Early voting begins September 24 at designated locations. Starting October 19, early voting expands to locations in all 50 Chicago wards.
Find Early Voting Information →Vote by Mail
Registered voters can apply for a vote-by-mail ballot. Applications by mail must be received by October 29.
Vote by Mail Information →Election Day
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Find Your Polling Place →MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Key Dates
Early Voting Begins
Early voting begins at designated election-authority locations and vote-by-mail ballots begin to be mailed.
Early Voting Expands Citywide
Early voting locations open in all 50 Chicago wards.
Vote-by-Mail Application Deadline
Deadline for election authorities to receive vote-by-mail applications by mail.
Last Day of Early Voting
The final day to vote early before Election Day.
General Election Day
Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
BE READY TO VOTE
Find Your Voting Information
Check your voter registration, find your polling place, and get official voting information from the Chicago Board of Elections.
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