Quick answer: New York City’s next election is the Primary Election on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, when polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. You have three ways to cast a ballot: vote early during the nine-day window of June 13 through June 21, 2026, vote at your assigned poll site on Primary Day itself, or vote by mail. This guide walks you through finding your poll site, the full early-voting schedule, and every mail-ballot deadline you need to hit — all confirmed against the official New York City Board of Elections.

If you only remember one thing from this article, make it this: your early voting location and your Election Day location may not be the same place. Confirming both before you leave the house is the single best way to avoid a wasted trip. Here is everything you need, organized so you can find your answer fast.

Where is my poll site? How to look it up

Every registered voter in New York City is assigned to a specific Election Day poll site based on their home address. The most reliable way to find yours is the Board of Elections’ official Find Your Poll Site tool. You enter your house number, street name, and ZIP code, and the lookup returns:

• Your assigned Election Day poll site address
• A preview of your ballot, which is unique to your district and party
• The location of the accessible entrance
• The districts you live in (such as your City Council and State Assembly districts)

The Board notes that this lookup is available prior to general, primary, and special elections. Poll-site assignments can change between elections — a school or community center used last year may not be in use this time — so it is worth re-checking even if you have voted at the same place for years. For a deeper walkthrough of the finder and how early voting, Election Day, and mail options fit together, see our companion explainer, NYC Polling Site, Early Voting & Mail Ballot.

If you cannot access the online tool, you can call 1-866-VOTE-NYC (1-866-868-3692) for assistance, or contact your borough Board of Elections office directly.

Early voting in NYC: the June 2026 schedule

New York offers nine consecutive days of early voting before every primary and general election. For the June 23, 2026 Primary, the early voting period runs Saturday, June 13 through Sunday, June 21, 2026. During early voting, hours vary by day — this is the part voters most often get wrong, so here is the full schedule exactly as published by the Board of Elections:

A key point about early voting: your early voting site is assigned separately from your Election Day site, and the two are frequently different locations. Use the Board of Elections poll-site lookup, which displays your early voting location alongside your Election Day location once the tool is updated for the election. Any registered voter may use early voting — you do not need an excuse or a special application to vote during the early period.

Voting on Primary Day: June 23, 2026

If you prefer to vote on Election Day, polls across all five boroughs are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. You must vote at your specific assigned Election Day poll site — unlike early voting, you cannot vote at just any site on Primary Day. One important rule worth knowing: if you are on line at your poll site at 9 p.m., you have the right to vote. Poll workers must allow everyone in line at closing time to cast a ballot.

Note that this is a primary election. In New York, primaries are typically closed, meaning you generally vote in the primary of the political party in which you are enrolled. If you are unsure of your party enrollment, you can verify it through the Board of Elections before you go.

Voting by mail: early mail and absentee ballots

New York voters can request a mail ballot — the category that now includes both traditional absentee ballots and the newer early mail ballot option. The deadlines below come directly from the Board of Elections’ official calendar for the June 23, 2026 Primary. Missing them is the most common reason a mail ballot does not count, so treat every date as firm.

• Last day to apply online or by mail: June 13, 2026. Your application must be received by this date — not merely postmarked.
• Last day to apply in person at your county Board of Elections office: June 22, 2026.
• Returning your ballot by mail: it must be postmarked no later than June 23, 2026.
• Returning your ballot in person: drop it at your county Board of Elections office no later than 9 p.m. on June 23, 2026.
• Dropping off at a poll site: you may return your completed ballot to an early voting poll site in your county between June 13 and June 21, 2026, or to an Election Day poll site on June 23, 2026, no later than 9 p.m.

To request a ballot, use the Board of Elections’ Request a Ballot portal. Because the mailed-application deadline (June 13) falls more than a week before Primary Day, the safest approach if you are deciding late is to request and return your ballot in person, or to simply vote early or on Election Day instead.

A note on registration deadlines

Voting early, by mail, or on Election Day all require that you are already registered. For the June 23, 2026 Primary, the last day to register — whether in person or by a mail application that must be received by the Board — is June 13, 2026. If you have moved, the same deadline applies to updating your address so your ballot reflects your current districts. If you are not certain whether you are registered, check using the Board’s Am I Registered? tool well before the deadline.

How to decide which method is right for you

All three methods produce a ballot that counts equally. The right choice depends on your schedule and circumstances:

• Early voting is best if you want flexibility on which day and time you go, or if you expect to be busy or traveling on June 23. With nine days and varied hours, including two weekends, most schedules can find a window.
• Election Day voting is best if June 23 is convenient and you prefer to vote at your neighborhood site with the longest single-day hours, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Mail voting is best if you cannot get to a poll site at all, but it requires the earliest planning because the application must reach the Board by June 13.

Whichever you choose, understanding how your votes are counted matters too — many NYC primaries use ranked choice voting, which lets you rank candidates in order of preference. If your ballot includes ranked races, our guide to ranked choice voting in NYC explains exactly how to fill it out so your ballot is valid.

Frequently asked questions

When is the next NYC election in 2026?

The next New York City election is the Primary Election on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Early voting runs June 13 through June 21, 2026.

What are the early voting dates for the June 2026 NYC primary?

Early voting for the June 23, 2026 Primary runs for nine days, from Saturday, June 13 through Sunday, June 21, 2026. Hours vary by day, ranging from as early as 8 a.m. to as late as 8 p.m. depending on the date.

How do I find my poll site in NYC?

Use the official Find Your Poll Site tool at vote.nyc by entering your house number, street name, and ZIP code. It returns your assigned Election Day poll site, your early voting site, your accessible entrance, and the districts you live in. You can also call 1-866-VOTE-NYC for help.

What time do polls open and close on Primary Day?

On Election Day, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, polls in all five boroughs are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Anyone in line at 9 p.m. is entitled to vote.

What is the deadline to request a mail ballot for the June 2026 primary?

To apply online or by mail, your application must be received by June 13, 2026. To apply in person at your county Board of Elections office, the deadline is June 22, 2026. A ballot returned by mail must be postmarked by June 23, 2026.

Is my early voting site the same as my Election Day site?

Not necessarily. Your early voting site is assigned separately and is often a different location from your Election Day poll site. Always confirm both addresses using the Board of Elections poll-site lookup before you go.

Official sources

All dates and hours in this article were confirmed against the New York City Board of Elections: Upcoming Elections 2026, All Important Dates, Registration Deadlines, and Find Your Poll Site. For the most current details and to look up your specific assignment, always check vote.nyc directly.

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