COUNTY PRIMARY: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

State and County Primary Election

Primary elections may be held for state judicial offices and applicable county offices, subject to the call by political parties.

Early Voting Period: Wednesday, April 15 – Thursday, April 30, 2026

Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Saturday, April 25, 2026

PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTION: Thursday, August 6, 2026

State Primary and County General Election

Primary elections will be held for Governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Tennessee Senate (odd-numbered districts), Tennessee House, and Republican and Democratic State Executive Committees. General elections will be held for vacant state judicial offices and applicable county offices.

Voter Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Early Voting Period: Friday, July 17 – Saturday, August 1, 2026

Absentee Ballot Request DeadlineMonday, July 27, 2026

STATE AND FEDERAL GENERAL ELECTION: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

All candidates (including independents) for Governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Tennessee Senate (odd-numbered districts), and Tennessee House must follow the qualifying dates for the August election. For municipal elections held with the November election, the qualifying dates below apply.

For Municipal Candidates including City Council and City Mayor

First Day to Pick Up Petitions: Monday, June 22, 2026

Qualifying Deadline: Thursday, August 20, 2026, 12:00 Noon

Withdrawal Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026, 12:00 Noon

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Voter Registration Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026

Early Voting: Wednesday, October 14 – Thursday, October 29, 2026

Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Saturday, October 24, 2026