The Montgomery Regional Chamber’s May 2026 Primary Election Guide is a nonpartisan resource designed to help voters prepare for the upcoming primary, runoff (if necessary) and general elections.

While recent developments have brought changes to certain races, this primary remains critically important. Voters will decide which candidates advance to the General Election for a wide range of key offices, including Governor, Lt. Governor, State Representatives and Senators, U.S. Senator, Sheriff, and numerous other local and statewide positions.

This guide includes important dates, voting information and sample ballots to ensure voters are informed and ready to participate in the election process. These elections will shape leadership at the federal, state and local levels, impacting policies that influence economic growth, infrastructure, workforce development and quality of life across our region.

A special primary election for U.S. Congressional Districts 1,2, 6 and 7 has been scheduled for August 11, 2026. An August 2026 Special Election Guide will be published for the special election after qualifying ends in May.

The Mobile Chamber does not endorse any specific candidate but is committed to equipping our community with the information needed to make informed decisions. We encourage all eligible voters to participate in the democratic process.

• Montgomery County – Democratic Primary Ballot
• Montgomery County – Republican Primary Ballot
• Autauga County – Democratic Primary Ballot
• Autauga County – Republican Primary Ballot
• Elmore County – Democratic Primary Ballot
• Elmore County – Republican Primary Ballot
• Lowndes County – Democratic Primary Ballot
• Lowndes County – Republican Primary Ballot

What to Know Before the 2026 Primary Election

The Primary Election is scheduled for May 19, 2026. Voters will select party nominees for federal, statewide and local races.

To win a primary outright, a candidate must receive the required majority of votes. If no candidate meets that threshold, a runoff election will be held between the top candidates.

A Primary Runoff Election, if necessary, will take place on June 16, 2026.

The General Election is scheduled for November 3, 2026.

Primary Election — May 19, 2026

• May 14: Last day to apply for an absentee ballot in person
• May 18: Last day to hand-deliver absentee ballot
• May 19: Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by noon

Primary Runoff Election (If Necessary) — June 16, 2026

• May 29: Last day to hand-deliver voter registration
• June 1: Last day to postmark voter registration forms and register electronically
• June 9: Last day to apply for an absentee ballot by mail
• June 11: Last day to apply for an absentee ballot in person
• June 15: Last day to hand-deliver absentee ballot
• June 16: Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by noon

General Election — November 3, 2026

• October 19: Voter registration deadline
• October 27: Last day to apply for an absentee ballot by mail
• October 29: Last day to apply for an absentee ballot in person
• November 2: Last day to hand-deliver an absentee ballot
• November 3: Absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by noon

Find Your Polling Place

Polling Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day

Voters are encouraged to verify their voter registration status, polling location, and district prior to Election Day as locations or districts may change.

Click here to verify your polling location.

Voters who plan to vote absentee should be aware of application and submission deadlines for each election. Deadlines vary depending on whether the ballot is requested by mail or in person.

Click here to learn more about the absentee voting process.