Illinois Election Day 2026: How to vote

Illinois voters will head to the polls today to cast ballots in races for local, state and federal offices.Voters can choose to vote early, by mail or in person on Election Day, but deadlines and options vary depending on how they plan to vote. Here's what to know about polling hours, registration requirements and how to find your polling place before heading to the polls.When and where can you vote?Polls across Illinois will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters who are in line by 7 p.m. can stay in line and cast their ballots after the polls officially close.To find your assigned polling place, voters can use the Illinois State Board of Elections’ polling place lookup tool. Voters should confirm their location before Election Day because polling places can differ from early voting sites.What are the ways to vote?Illinois residents can vote in person on Election Day, vote early or cast a ballot by mail. Early voting locations and hours vary by county and election autho