Happy Primary Election Day, NYC!
Our city is a place where millions of voices come together to shape the future of the five boroughs, and Election Day is one of the most direct ways residents can make those voices heard.
Whether you’re a longtime voter who never misses an election or you’re planning to cast a ballot for the very first time, Primary Election Day is an important moment in the city’s civic calendar. From local leadership positions to other key races that help shape everyday life across New York, the results of these elections can have an impact on everything from public services and transportation to housing, parks, and neighborhood development.
With polls opening across the city, we’ve put together a guide covering everything you need to know before heading out to vote.
NYC Primary Election 2026: Poll Hours and Key Voting Info
If you are planning to vote in person today, keep these essential details in mind:
- Primary Election Day: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
- Polling Hours: Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. As long as you are in line by 9:00 p.m., you are legally entitled to cast your vote.
- Closed Primary System: New York operates under a closed primary system. This means you can only vote in the primary of the political party with which you are officially registered.
- Mail Ballot Deadline: If you are returning an early mail or absentee ballot, it must be hand-delivered to a polling site or Board of Elections office by 9:00 p.m. today, or postmarked by today, June 23.
How to Find Your NYC Polling Place Today
Your Election Day polling site may be entirely different from where you go for early voting.
You must vote at your specifically assigned local neighborhood polling site. You can instantly find your exact location, view a sample ballot, and check your registration status by visiting the official NYC Board of Elections Poll Site Locator or NYC Votes.
What’s on the Ballot for NYC Voters?
Primary elections determine which candidate from each political party will advance to the general election in November.
Depending on your party registration and where you live in the city, you will see a mix of federal, state, and city–level offices on your ballot today.
The specific government roles responsible for shaping policies that impact New Yorkers include:
- Federal Representation: Members of the U.S. House of Representatives (Congress), who represent your local district in Washington, D.C.
- Statewide Finance: The State Comptroller, who acts as the chief financial officer for New York, auditing state agencies and managing the public pension fund.
- State Legislature: Your local representatives in Albany, including State Senators and State Assembly Members, who write and vote on state laws.
- City Government: New York City Council members, who handle local laws, city budget allocations, and land use decisions in your neighborhood.
- Judicial & Local Party Roles: Highly localized positions, including various civil court judges and internal political party delegates.
Happy voting, NYC!
