Early Voting Calendar Announced Ahead of U.S. Midterm Elections!
Early voting for the November 3, 2026 elections in New York and New Jersey begins on October 24. Here are the polling hours, key dates, and top contests...
In the United States, the early voting process in New York and New Jersey begins on Saturday, October 24, ahead of the midterm elections scheduled for November 3, 2026. Voters will be able to cast their ballots at designated centers through Sunday, November 1. Election day has been set for Tuesday, November 3.
New York City Voting Hours
Early voting centers in New York City will be open on Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The same hours will apply on October 25 and 26. On October 27 and 28, polling places will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and on October 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
On October 30, 31, and November 1, voting will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Early voting will not be available on Monday, November 2. Voters should check the addresses of early voting centers in advance.
Polling Places in New Jersey Stay Open Until 8:00 p.m.
Early voting centers in New Jersey will operate from October 24 to November 1. Centers will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sundays.
Voters can find out which central precincts they will vote in on the state's official election portal.
The New York Governor Race Is Being Watched Closely.
One of the leading contests in New York's elections will be for governor. Incumbent Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul will compete against Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
In the 17th congressional district, Republican Mike Lawler will face Democrat Caitlin Conley. In New Jersey, the race between Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Rebecca Bennett in the 7th congressional district is drawing attention.
Election Day, November 3: At What Time Will the Polls Close?
In New York City, polling stations will be open from 06:00 to 21:00 on election day. Voters waiting in line at closing time will still be able to cast their ballots. In New Jersey, voting hours on election day will run from 06:00 to 20:00.
Because the addresses that will be used on election day may differ from the early voting centers, it is important for voters to verify the point determined by their own records from official sources.
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