The Early Voting period for the 2026 Primary Elections runs from February 12th through February 28th. You may vote at any Early Voting site during this period (but not on March 3rd Primary Day when you need to use your Precinct Poll Site only).

See our Primary 2026 page for Early Voting poll sites, a Sample Ballot showing the Democrats you can vote for in the Primary, and a link to wait time information so you can choose which poll site you prefer.

Weekday Early Voting hours are 8am - 7:30pm on the weekdays, February 21-22 weekend is 10am - 3pm, and February 28 is 8am - 3pm.

Before You Go: check your voter registration by visiting the NC State Board of Elections Voter Search, and remember to bring Photo ID to the polls in order to vote.