Your ballot is your power—but only if you’re registered to cast it! Oregon runs closed primaries, which means you must be registered with a political party to participate in primary elections. Folks who are not registered with a political party will still receive ballot to vote in nonpartisan races — like those for city and county positions — and any ballot measures.
Here’s your roadmap to make sure you’re ready for the primary election on May 19, 2026 and the general election on November 3, 2026.
Important Voter Registration Dates
Anytime: Register to Vote!
If you’re not yet registered, do it now. Oregon’s closed primary system means unaffiliated voters cannot participate in most primary races. Pick your party, claim your voice, and get in the game.
Action: Register to vote on the Oregon Secretary of State website here.
* Life changes, and your voter registration should too! Did you:
- Move to a new address?
- Change your name?
- Switch party affiliation?
- Update your signature?
Make sure you update your voter registration is up-to-date on the Oregon Secretary of State website
October 13, 2026: Voter Registration Deadline for the General Election on November 3, 2026
This is the last day to register to vote for the upcoming general election.
Action: Register before October 13. It takes just a few minutes to do online! Register to vote here.
Important Election Dates
General Election
Oregon will hold a statewide general election on November 3, 2026.
September 18, 2026
Military & overseas ballots mailed
October 5, 2026
Out of state ballots mailed
October 13, 2026
Voter registration deadline
October 16, 2026
Ballots mailed to voters
November 3, 2026
Election Day — ballots must be dropped off at an official drop site or postmarked by 8PM. Find an official drop box near you here.
November 10, 2026
Last day to receive valid postmarked ballots from USPS
November 24, 2026
Last day to resolve challenged ballots
November 30, 2026
Last day to certify election
*These dates are subject to change. Please check the Secretary of State website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.
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