Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Washington General Election
Every Washington voter will see the statewide races below.
Election Day
U.S. House and local races for Washington are coming soon. To see your full ballot now, use Washington Secretary of State: Current Election Information.
Statewide races
On every Washington ballot.
U.S. House races
You vote in one of these, based on your address.
Key dates
- Fri, October 16, 2026: Ballots mailedWashington votes by mail. Counties must mail ballots no later than 18 days before Election Day, and the 18-day voting period begins.
- Mon, October 26, 2026: Online and mail registration deadlineLast day to register or update your address online or by mail (mailed forms must be received by the county). After this date, register in person at a county voting center through Election Day.
- Tue, November 3, 2026: Election DaySame-day registration and in-person voting at county voting centers until 8 p.m. Ballots placed in an official drop box by 8 p.m. are on time. The Secretary of State recommends mailing a ballot more than a week before Election Day; after that, use a drop box.
Sources: Current Election Information; Register to Vote in Washington State; Frequently Asked Questions: Voting by Mail. Check with your local election office for early-voting hours and locations.