Elections
Florida 2026 Primary Election: Date, Rules & What to Know
The Florida 2026 congressional primary is August 18, 2026. General Election Day is November 3, 2026.
Primary Election · August 18, 2026
General Election · November 3, 2026
What's on the Florida 2026 Ballot
U.S. House of Representatives
All U.S. House seats in Florida are on the 2026 ballot. Every House member runs for re-election every two years. View Florida representatives →
U.S. Senate — Special Election
Florida is holding a special Senate election in 2026 to fill a vacant seat. Special election to fill the Senate seat vacated by Marco Rubio. Winner serves the remainder of the term.
Florida's Primary System: Partisan Closed Primary
Florida holds a closed primary, meaning you must be registered with a political party to vote in that party's primary. Independent and unaffiliated voters cannot participate unless they re-register with a party before the registration deadline.
Florida 2026 Election Key Dates
| August 18, 2026 | Primary Election |
| October 2026 | Voter registration deadlines (check your state) |
| November 3, 2026 | General Election |
| January 3, 2027 | 120th Congress convenes |
Voter Registration in Florida
You must be registered with a political party to vote in that party's primary. Independent/unaffiliated voters cannot participate unless they re-register before the deadline. Registration deadlines vary — most states require registration 15–30 days before the primary, though some offer same-day registration.
Check your registration status and find your polling place at vote.gov.
See All State Primary Dates
Compare Florida's primary to other states' 2026 schedules.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Florida primary election in 2026?
The Florida 2026 congressional primary is August 18, 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026.
Can I vote in the Florida primary if I'm not registered with a party?
You must be registered with a political party to vote in that party's primary. Independent/unaffiliated voters cannot participate unless they re-register before the deadline.
What is on the Florida 2026 primary ballot?
All U.S. House seats in Florida are on the 2026 primary ballot. Additionally, there is a special election primary for the U.S. Senate seat. Many states also hold primaries for governor and state legislature on the same day.
What type of primary does Florida use?
Florida holds a closed primary, meaning you must be registered with a political party to vote in that party's primary. Independent and unaffiliated voters cannot participate unless they re-register with a party before the registration deadline.
When is the Florida voter registration deadline for the 2026 primary?
Voter registration deadlines vary but are typically 15–30 days before the primary. Because Florida has a closed primary, you must also be registered with a party before the deadline to vote in a party primary. Check the Florida Secretary of State website or vote.gov for the exact deadline.
When is the Florida general election in 2026?
The 2026 general election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. This date is the same for all 50 states — it is always the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November in even-numbered years.