It’s time to vote in the 2026 State and Federal General Election! We’re electing our next Tennessee governor, congressional representatives, U.S. Senator, and more. Here’s your guide.
🗳️ Voting Basics
Early voting runs from Oct. 14-29, with Election Day on Nov. 3. The final day to request an absentee ballot is Oct. 24. Photo ID is required to vote in Tennessee. Here are the types of ID you can bring. Tennessee doesn’t have same-day voter registration, so if you’re not registered to vote here, you’ll be unable to participate in this election. Check your registration status.
📍 Where To Vote
There are 15 early voting locations throughout Davidson County where you can cast your ballot every day except Sunday during the early voting period. On Election Day, you must vote at your designated polling location. You can find your polling location on your voter registration card, or check online.
❓ What’s on the Ballot
The Midterm Election determines who will be Tennessee’s next governor, as well as who will fill U.S. and state Senate and House seats. Many Nashvillians are in new congressional districts following redistricting earlier this year. Make sure to check what district you’re in.
Three state constitutional amendments also appear on the ballot. The first would change state rules surrounding bail. The second would prohibit Tennessee from implementing a state property tax, which we haven’t done in 77 years. The third would expand constitutional rights for crime victims.
In addition to the State and Federal Election, Belle Meade, Forest Hills, and Goodlettsville municipal elections are being held. You can find exactly what’s on your ballot here.
Listen to our guide to the election and interviews with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerri Green and Independent candidate Lauren Pinkston. The Nashville Banner and Tennessee Lookout have election guides and interviews with candidates. While Republican gubernatorial candidate U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn has refused to debate, Green, Pinkston, and Independent candidate David Hatley will be debating live at Middle Tennessee State University on Oct. 27. The event is closed to the public, but it will be live streamed.
Get out and vote, Nashville!
