Election Calendar
2026 Election Schedule
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Early Voting Period
- Friday, September 18 - Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Fairfax City Hall opens from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays
- Two Saturdays, October 24 & October 31, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Two Sundays, October 18 & October 25, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- No appointment is required. Please bring an acceptable form of ID.
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Deadline to Apply for a By-Mail Ballot
- Friday, October 23, 2026
- Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.
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Deadline to Register or Update Registration Information
- Friday, October 23, 2026
- Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. for in-person or by 11:59 p.m. for online registrations.
- Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked by the deadline.
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Election Day
- Tuesday, November 3, 2026
- Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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