Your guide to the 2026 Maine primary election

Early Voting

Primary begins: May 11

In person — Find polling locations through your municipal clerk.

By mail or dropbox — Request an absentee ballot before June 4. Ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. June 9.

Election Day

Primary election: June 9

General election: Nov. 3

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Find your polling location here and bookmark this page for live results on election night.

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Live updates: Heavy turnout as Mainers head to the polls for primary Election Day

Voters are deciding which U.S. Senate, U.S. House and Maine gubernatorial candidates will face off in November, as well as weighing in on school budgets and a host of local elections.

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