State Election Guide

New Hampshire election dates and voter deadlines

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

Before You Vote

Key voting questions

Poll hours: 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

New Hampshire poll hours for the next listed election are 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m..

How can I find my polling location?

Use the New Hampshire election office lookup or contact your local election office before Election Day.

What's on the New Hampshire ballot in 2026?

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

Who can vote in primaries in New Hampshire?

An undeclared voter may vote in a state primary or a presidential primary. You will be required to choose either a Democratic or Republican ballot when you go to vote. When you vote on a party ballot in a state or presidential primary, you become a registered...

Election Calendar

New Hampshire current and upcoming election dates

New Hampshire General Election 2026

November 3, 2026

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

Poll hours: 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Key deadlines
  1. Absentee ballots available

    Last day for Secretary of State to deliver general election ballots to clerks. Ballots shall be inspected by town or city clerk in the presence of at least one other legal voter and resealed for use on election day. RSA...

  2. Election Day Voter Registration Deadline

    Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on election day at all elections.Voters must provide sufficient identification and proof of residency in order to receive a ballot. N.H. Rev. Stat. §654:7...

  3. Voter Registration Deadline In Person

    Qualified individuals may register to vote at the polling place on election day at all elections.Voters must provide sufficient identification and proof of residency in order to receive a ballot. N.H. Rev. Stat. §654:7...

Election Day Rules

Voting on Election Day in New Hampshire

Time off for voting

Confirm New Hampshire time-off-for-voting rules with state election officials or your employer before Election Day.

Voting at the polls on Election Day

Vote at your assigned polling place and review New Hampshire voter ID or check-in requirements before you go.

Can I register at the polls on Election Day?

Register before the listed New Hampshire deadline unless state or local election officials confirm an Election Day registration option for your address.

Last reviewed: October 14, 2026. Generated from structured election data and official source links. Confirm final details with state or local election officials.