How many days until Election Day?
Election Day 2026 is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. As of October 6, 2026, that is 28 days away.
Counting down to midnight at the start of the day, in your time zone. Updated .
Election Day dates for the next five years
| Year | Date | Weekday | Days away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 3, 2026 | Tuesday | 28 |
| 2028 | November 7, 2028 | Tuesday | 763 |
| 2030 | November 5, 2030 | Tuesday | 1,491 |
| 2032 | November 2, 2032 | Tuesday | 2,219 |
| 2034 | November 7, 2034 | Tuesday | 2,954 |
When is Election Day 2026?
Rule: Tuesday after the first Monday in November, even years.
US federal elections are held on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November in even-numbered years, so Election Day falls between November 2 and November 8.
Presidential elections happen every four years, including 2028. The years in between are midterm elections for Congress, as in 2026 and 2030.
Early voting and mail-in deadlines differ by state, so check with your state election office.
Questions
How many days until Election Day?
There are 28 days until Election Day on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
How many business days until Election Day?
20 business days, counting Monday to Friday and starting tomorrow.
Can I count down to a different date?
Yes. Use the day counter to count the days until any date, with a live countdown and an add-to-calendar button.