Maryland Midterm Polls 2026: When will early voting start in your state? Key dates and a complete voting process guide inside

The 2026 midterm elections will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting has begun across multiple states. Maryland is set to go to the polls for early voting in the 2026 midterm elections starting October 22, 2026.

Early voting allows voters to cast their ballots ahead of time in person or by mail. Marylanders who are planning to vote early, voting centers will be open from Thursday, October 22, 2026, through Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm. Voting centers will also remain open Saturday and Sunday. You may vote early at any early center in your county of residence.

How to vote In Person

For those who are planning to vote in person, they can vote during early voting or on election day from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm.

Vote on Election Day

Polling is also held on election day. Places to cast a vote will be open from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm on November 3, 2026. On the election day, voting will be held at your assigned polling place.


Register to Vote


If you want to get registered during early voting, you are required to reach your voting center in the county where you live. If you choose to vote on the election day, you need to register at the polling place assigned for your residence.


Documents required for registration


Either you choose to vote early or on the election day, you are required to bring a document that serves as proof that you live in the area assigned to that voting center. The document can be your MVA-issued license, permit, ID card, change of address card, your paycheck, bank statement, utility bill, or other government document with your name and new address.


How to get your address updated


The address can be updated during early voting or on election day. You just need to go to the polling place assigned for your new address and provide your new address. Then, vote on a provisional ballot. Once done, election officials will update your address and count your provisional ballot.


How to vote by Mail


For all the voters who are seeking to cast their ballot through mail, they must request a mail-in ballot from the State Board of Elections or local board of elections. All the mail-in ballots are required to be postmarked or placed in a designated ballot drop box by 8:00 pm on November 3, 2026.