What's on the ballot in 2026 for NYC?
In 2026, New Yorkers will vote in elections that shape leadership at the federal, state, and city level. Below is a preview of upcoming elections and the offices that may appear on your ballot.
April Special Election
Special elections are held to fill vacancies in elected offices before the next scheduled election. These elections help ensure communities continue to have representation in government.
- In the April 28 Special Election, voters in New York City Council District 3 will vote to fill their City Council seat. The district includes the West Village, Chelsea, and Hell’s Kitchen.
June Primary Election
Primary elections determine which candidates from each political party will move on to the general election later in the year.
- In the June 23 Primary Election, voters will see city, state, and federal offices on the ballot. These offices are responsible for shaping policies and decisions that impact New Yorkers across the five boroughs.
*Only voters registered with a party holding an election can vote in this election.
In this election, all voters registered with a major political party can vote for:
- Governor and Lieutenant Governor
- State Attorney General
- Kontroler stanowy
- Senat Stanowy
- Zgromadzenie Stanowe
Some voters may also see these on their ballot, depending on where they live:
- Izba Reprezentantów USA
- City Council (Council District 3 only)
All voters registered with a major political party can vote for:
- Governor and Lieutenant Governor
- State Attorney General
- Kontroler stanowy
- Senat Stanowy
- Zgromadzenie Stanowe
Some voters may also see these on their ballot, depending on where they live:
- Izba Reprezentantów USA
- City Council (Council District 3 only)
November General Election
The General Election is when all eligible voters can vote for the candidates who will hold office. New Yorkers may also vote on ballot proposals that address issues affecting the city or state.
