November 3, 2026 General Election

Vote by Mail

• USPS Vote by Mail Guidance

  • We encourage any voter to vote by mail and avoid lines during early voting or on Election Day.

  • Feel safe in the comfort of your own home and vote from there.

• Request a ballot or track your request

• Receive notifications about your ballot request

• County-wide Drop Box locations

Early Voting at the Lake County Clerk's Office

• Sept 24 to Oct 16, 2026

• Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM

• 18 N. County St., Waukegan

Early Voting County-wide

• Oct 19 to Nov 2, 2026

• Early voting sites throughout Lake County

• Evening and weekend hours available

Election Day

• Nov 3, 2026

• Polls are open 6 AM to 7 PM

• Vote at any voting site in Lake County. Check Voter Powerfor the preferred site for your address

• Voting Sites throughout Lake County

Hospitalized or Nursing Home Voter

Military/Overseas Voter