2026 Election Dates

Stay informed and mark your calendar for the August 6, 2026 Federal & State Primary and Sumner County General.

Event Date
First day to request an absentee ballot Friday, May 8, 2026
Last day to register to vote Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Early voting begins Friday, July 17, 2026
Last day to request & mail an absentee ballot Monday, July 27, 2026
Early voting ends Saturday, August 1, 2026
Election Day Thursday, August 6, 2026

Other 2026 Elections:

  • May 5, 2026 — County Primary (completed)
  • November 3, 2026 — City Municipal, State & Federal General

Offices on the Ballot

The August 6, 2026 ballot has two parts: a Federal & State Primary (choose one party's ballot) and the State & Sumner County General.

Federal & State Primary

Governor
United States Senate
U.S. House — 6th Congressional District
U.S. House — 7th Congressional District
TN House of Representatives — 35th District
TN House of Representatives — 44th District
TN House of Representatives — 45th District
Republican State Executive Committeeman — 18th Senatorial District
Republican State Executive Committeewoman — 18th Senatorial District
Democratic State Executive Committeeman — 18th Senatorial District
Democratic State Executive Committeewoman — 18th Senatorial District

State & Sumner County General

Circuit Court Judge, Division II — Judicial District 18 (unexpired term)
District Attorney General — Judicial District 18 (unexpired term)
County Mayor
County Commissioners — Districts 1-24 (vote for 1)
County Trustee
Sheriff
Circuit Court Clerk
County Clerk
Register of Deeds
Road Superintendent
School Board — Districts 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11

Where to Vote

Find Your Election Day Polling Location

Your polling place is determined by your registered address. Use the Tennessee Voter Lookup Tool to find your exact location.

Early Voting Locations & Hours

Early voting locations and hours will be announced closer to the election. Check back here or visit the Sumner County Election Commission website for updates.

Note: Polling places will differ between early voting and Election Day. Always verify your location before heading out to vote.

What to Bring

Bring one of the following acceptable photo IDs (even if expired):

  • Tennessee driver license with photo
  • United States passport
  • Photo ID issued by TN Department of Safety or other state/federal government
  • U.S. military photo ID
  • Tennessee handgun carry permit with photo

College student IDs are NOT accepted.

Voter FAQ

Do I have to register by party?

No. Tennessee voters do not register by party. During primary elections, you'll be asked to select which party's ballot you wish to vote on. Choosing a party ballot does not make you a registered member of that party. In general elections, all candidates appear on a single ballot.

Can I vote absentee?

Yes. You may vote absentee by requesting a ballot through the state's website.

Absentee Voting Information →

What if I've moved recently?

If you moved to Sumner County from another Tennessee county or another state, you must complete a new registration to vote here.

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