What Minneapolis voters need for the November 3, 2026 general election — official dates, tools, and offices only. Updated July 2026.
| Milestone | Date / rule |
|---|---|
| Voter-registration deadline | Pre-registration deadline: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 (21 days before). Voters who miss it may register same-day at their polling place on Election Day, November 3, with proof of residence. |
| Early voting | Early voting begins Friday, September 18, 2026 — Minnesotans can vote early via absentee ballot by mail or in person starting 46 days before the November 3 General Election. |
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (polls per county hours) |
Confirm you are registered (and your address is current) with the official Minnesota tool:
Check your registration →No-excuse absentee: any registered voter may apply for a ballot by mail. Ballots are available starting September 18, 2026 (46 days before); the Secretary of State recommends applying at least two weeks before Election Day to allow processing and return time.
Hennepin County Elections runs the election for Minneapolis — polling places, sample ballots, and results. Listed as the county election office in the Minnesota Secretary of State's county election office directory; located at the Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S 6th St, Minneapolis.
Hennepin County elections →Minnesota elections division →
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