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Minnesota election dates and voter deadlines

Minnesota 2026 election calendar with upcoming election dates, voter registration deadlines, early voting, absentee voting, poll hours, and official sources.

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Last reviewed: August 13, 2026. Generated from structured election data and official source links. Confirm final details with state or local election officials.

Before You Vote

Key voting questions

Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

204C.05 STATE ELECTIONS; HOURS FOR VOTING. Subdivision 1: Opening and closing times. Except as otherwise provided in this section, at the state primary and the state general election the hours for voting in every precinct in the state shall begin at 7:00 a.m. and shall extend continuously until 8:00 p.m. , Subd. 1a.Elections; organized town. The governing body of a town with less than 500 inhabitants according to the most recent federal decennial census, which is located outside the metropolitan area as defined in section 200.02, subdivision 24, may fix a later time for voting to begin at state primary, special, or general elections, if approved by a vote of the town electors at the annual town meeting.

Poll hours source

How can I find my polling location?

Voter Information Lookup can help you check your voter registration status, check your polling place location, and view your sample ballot.

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What's on the Minnesota ballot in 2026?

Minnesota's current statewide calendar includes Minnesota General Election 2026 on November 3, 2026. Local ballots may include additional races, questions, or measures.

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Who can vote in primaries in Minnesota?

Minnesota is an Open-primary State. A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election. There may be two kinds of offices on your primary ballot: partisan offices and nonpartisan offices. For partisan offices...

Minnesota primary rules

Election Calendar

Minnesota current and upcoming election dates

Minnesota General Election 2026

November 3, 2026

November General election is held the Tuesday after the first Monday of the month of November

Poll hours: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Official Minnesota General Election 2026 source

Key deadlines
  1. Early voting begins

    In Minnesota, you can vote early with an absentee ballot starting 46 days before Election Day.

  2. In-person voter registration deadline

    You can register to vote online. Online registration deadline is 20 days before Election Day.

  3. Voter Registration Deadline By Mail, Fax or email attachment

    Mail or drop off your application to either your county election office.

  4. Early voting ends

    Early voting ends at 5 p.m. the day before Election Day.

  5. Election Day Voter Registration Deadline

    Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on Election Day. M.S.A. §201.061. You can register or update your registration when you vote, whether that is at your polling place on Election Day or at an...

Election Day Rules

Voting on Election Day in Minnesota

Time off for voting: Yes

Every employee who is eligible to vote in an election has the right to be absent from work for the time necessary to appear at the employee's polling place, cast a ballot, and return to work on the day of that election, without penalty or deduction from salary or wages because of the absence. An employer or other person may not directly or indirectly refuse, abridge, or interfere with this right or any other election right of...

MN Election Code

Voting at the polls on Election Day

You can vote early with an absentee ballot at your local elections office. If you are not registered, you can do so in person if you show proof of residence.

Voter ID: No document required to vote

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Can I register at the polls on Election Day?

Yes. Minnesota lists same-day or Election Day registration. Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on Election Day. M.S.A. §201.061. You can register or update your registration when you vote, whether that is at your polling place on Election Day or at an early voting location. However, voters are encouraged to register before Election Day. It will save you time at the polling place.

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