Election Dates 2026
Primary
July 17 – Start of 18-day voting period (through Election Day). Ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers.
July 27 – Online and mail registrations must be received 8 days before Election Day. Register to vote in person during business hours and any time before 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
August 4 – Deadline for Washington State voter registration or updates (in person only).
August 4 Primary – Deposit your ballot in an official drop box by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
General Election
October 16 – Start of 18-day voting period (through Election Day). Ballots are mailed out and Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) are available at voting centers.
October 26 – Online and mail registrations must be received 8 days before Election Day. Register to vote in person during business hours and any time before 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
November 3 – Deadline for Washington State voter registration or updates (in person only).
November 3 General Election – Deposit your ballot in an official drop box by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.