The mayoral election is quickly approaching, and the politically engaged are opting for early voting in NYC.
While we have a few weeks to go until the big day itself, plenty of New Yorkers want to operate ahead of the curve. Plus, early voting will eliminate any delays on what will likely be a hectic Election Day.
On Sunday, September 28th, NYC Mayor Eric Adams revealed he was dropping out, leaving the race to three candidates. As of October, prediction market Polymarket reveals that Zohran Mamdani (D) holds a nearly 90% lead. A few weeks prior, a Quinnipiac University poll revealed that Mamdani was in the lead by roughly 45%.
Then, on October 23rd, Mayor Eric Adams endorsed former Governor Andrew Cuomo for mayor. Despite differences the two might have encountered throughout their campaigns, they appear to be joining forces with the hopes of defeating Mamdani.
How will things fare as we get closer to November? Regardless of which way the polls will turn, we’ll tell you how to get your vote out ASAP, as opposed to waiting for November 4th.
What you need to know for early voting in NYC
The early voting period for the general election is from October 25th to November 2nd, 2025, according to the NYC Board of Elections. You can find your local polls online.
You are also able to vote early by mail, but you’ll need to keep the following points in mind:
- If you have an early mail or absentee ballot you cannot use a voting machine at your poll site
- If you do not use your absentee or early mail ballot, you can only vote in person with an affidavit ballot, not a machine at your poll site
Apply for your mail ballot online or your Board of Elections Office.
Important dates to note for the NYC mayoral election
Per the NYC Board of Elections, voters should keep the following dates in mind:
- Monday, October 20th: Change of address deadline
- Saturday, October 25th to Sunday, November 2nd: Early voting
- Saturday, October 25th: Voter registration deadline
- Saturday, October 25th: Vote by mail application deadline (online and mail)
When is the NYC mayoral election?
NYC’s mayoral election will take place on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025.
Who are the NYC mayoral candidates?
- Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani (D)
- Former Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo (D)
- Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa (R)
Note that NYC Mayor Eric Adams will remain on the ballot, because the deadline to have it changed passed before he revealed he was dropping out.
What else will New Yorkers see on the ballot this fall?
- Mayor
- City Council
- Comptroller
- Public Advocate
- Borough President
- Ballot Proposals
- District Attorney*
- Judges (depending on locations)
For more information on early voting, voting the day-of, and more on the election, visit vote.nyc.