Georgia 2026 Election Calendar
Key dates from the Georgia Secretary of State
Georgia doesn't sit out. When the ballot opens, this state shows up — from the mountains of North Georgia to the coast at Brunswick. Here's every date that matters for the 2026 election cycle. Mark your calendar. Tell your neighbors. Georgia's next chapter gets written at the polls.
Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Photo ID required. As long as you're in line by 7 p.m., you may cast your ballot.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Georgia primary election in 2026?
Georgia's 2026 General Primary is May 19, 2026. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting runs April 27 through May 15. If no candidate clears 50%, a runoff is held June 16.
When is the Georgia general election in 2026?
November 3, 2026. Early voting runs October 13–30. A runoff, if needed, is December 1, 2026.
What is the voter registration deadline for the Georgia 2026 primary?
April 20, 2026 — 29 days before the May 19 primary.
What is the voter registration deadline for the Georgia 2026 general election?
October 5, 2026 — 29 days before the November 3 general election.
When is early voting in Georgia in 2026?
For the primary: April 27 – May 15. For the general election: October 13 – 30. Saturday voting is required by state law; specific hours vary by county.
What ID do I need to vote in Georgia?
A valid photo ID — Georgia driver's license, passport, or Georgia voter ID card. If a poll worker can't verify your information, you may cast a provisional ballot and have three days to resolve it with your County Registrar.
Is there a special election in Georgia in 2026?
Yes. Georgia's 14th Congressional District held a special election March 10, 2026, following the vacancy left by Marjorie Taylor Greene. A runoff is scheduled for April 7, 2026.
What races are on the Georgia 2026 ballot?
Governor, Lieutenant Governor, one U.S. Senate seat, all 14 Congressional seats, Secretary of State, Attorney General, and all seats in the Georgia General Assembly, plus judicial races and local offices depending on your county.
Georgia has decided races by razor-thin margins. Your registration. Your date. Your race.
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