election central
power to the polls:
Your vote. Your Voice. Your Power.
We need all hands on deck for the 2026 Mid-Term Elections! It’s never been more important to get out the vote. It’s more than simply a ballot — it’s your voice, your power, and the very future of our democracy at stake.
You might think that your one vote doesn’t matter, but collectively we’re bringing the power to the polls. Together, we can make the changes we need for all Minnesotans.
For the 2026 midterms and beyond, Women's March Minnesota Action Fund (WMMN-AF) will be channeling energy and organization into election promotions (get out the vote!) and election protections (democracy defense!).
To stay updated on our election happenings, check our Election Central webpage (this page!), subscribe to our newsletter, or follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky).
ELECTION ESSENTIALS:
know before you vote
IMportant info for Voting
Questions beyond what we’ve listed here?
Visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s election webpage www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/, Call 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683), or text VOTE to 30319
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September 18 through November 2: Vote early by mail or in person for the General Election
October 13: Register in advance by October 13 to save time on Election Day
November 3: Election Day
Learn more: https://www.sos.mn.gov/election-administration-campaigns/elections-calendar
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Yes, you can vote in Minnesota if you are:
A U.S. citizen
At least 18 years old on Election Day (16 & 17 year olds can pre-register)
A resident of Minnesota for 20 days
Not currently incarcerated for a felony conviction
Not under a court order that revokes your right to vote
Learn more: https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/register-to-vote/who-can-vote/
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First, you can search to see if you are already registered. If you need to register, here are several ways to do so:
Use a paper form. Download a voter registration form to print, complete, and return to your local elections office.
Register when you vote. In Minnesota voters can register at polling places on Election Day or early voting locations before Election Day.
Automatic voter registration. All eligible adults will be automatically registered to vote when they get a state-issued ID.
Learn more: https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/register-to-vote/
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Vote on Election Day. (Find your Polling Place)
Return your ballot – in person or by mail.
Learn more about Election Day Voting: https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/election-day-voting/
Learn more about Other Ways to Vote: https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/other-ways-to-vote/
Have more questions or need help with voting? Call 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683), or text VOTE to 30319
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From the various candidates to ballot questions, you can see what your sample ballot looks like and more here: https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections-voting/whats-on-my-ballot/
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Vote411 maintains a listing of upcoming debates and candidate forums in Minnesota here: https://www.vote411.org/upcoming/46/debates-forums
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The League of Women Voters of Minnesota put together this helpful guide for how to research candidates.
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Minnesota's election system has checks and balances that ensure that votes are counted accurately.
All Minnesota elections are run locally. Over 30,000 Minnesota election workers – our fellow neighbors and friends – work to ensure that every election runs smoothly and that every vote is counted accurately as the voter intended.
Election equipment is certified and publicly tested before the election and audited after the election. At least two precincts in every county are randomly selected for hand counting in a Post-Election Review. The results are compared to the machine totals, which are proven to be extremely accurate. If there ever were any unexplained differences between the hand count and the machine totals, additional precincts are automatically hand counted to verify the results.
Minnesota’s elections are free and democratic, ensuring the will of the people prevails, and every eligible voter has an equal say in the decisions that impact our lives.
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June 26 though August 10: Vote early by mail or in person for the Primary Election
July 21: Register in advance by July 21 to save time on Primary Election Day
August 11: Primary Election Day
Learn more: https://www.sos.mn.gov/election-administration-campaigns/elections-calendar
more to explore:
Blogs & insights beyond the ballot
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Questions to Ask Candidates this election season
With July 4th celebrations happening in Minnesota, many candidates will be in your community at local events and door-knocking looking for your support. This is a great time to learn more about these candidates, their values, and positions! Read on to see a few questions for you to consider asking candidates to help inform your vote.
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Make Your Voice Heard
This throwback post from 2022 is packed with great voting info. We still need your voice now more than ever. This is our chance to elect leadership to every level that will make the progressive changes we want and need - from school board, city council, county commissioner, judges, to state legislators, and federal legislators.
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Become an Election Judge
Election judges are temporary, paid employees of local election officials trained to handle all aspects of voting at the polling place. Serving as an election judge is a chance to learn about elections, and is a great service to the community.