2026 may be an off-year Federal election cycle, but the State and County elections are as important as ever.
The Democratic and Republican Parties use primary elections to choose their candidates for the general election. Generally, only registered voters affiliated with the Democratic or Republican Parties may vote in that party's primary election.
Online and mail in voter registration closed on June 2nd, but you may be able to register and vote same day in person.
Early Voting June 11-18, 2026 – Maryland allows same‑day voter registration if you bring proof of address Find your early voting location
*Polls are open from 7am to 8pm during early voting. If you are in line by 8pm, you are allowed to vote.
Mail-In Ballot Request Deadline (mail/fax) June 16, 2026 Learn more
Mail-In Ballot Request Deadline (online) June 19, 2026 Learn more
Primary Election Day June 23, 2026 – Maryland allows same‑day registration if you bring proof of address Find your voting location
*Polls are open from 7am to 8pm on Election Day. If you are in line by 8pm, you are allowed to vote.
CANDIDATES WHO HAVE FILED
Montgomery County 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Election Local Candidates:
County Executive and County Council, State's Attorney, Clerk of the Circuit Court, Register of Wills, Sheriff, Democratic Central Committee, Board of Education
2026 Gubernatorial Primary State Candidate Listings:
- Governor / Lt. Governor
- Comptroller
- Attorney General
- Representative in Congress, by Congressional District (Montgomery County includes Maryland's 4th (part), 6th, and 8th Congressional Districts)
- State Senator and Delegates by Legislative District (Montgomery County includes State Legislative Districts 9A, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, and 39)
- Judge of the Circuit Court
Be sure to check your voter registration and your polling place districts and see a sample ballot before early voting begins June 11.