The Illinois midterm election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters in line at closing can still vote. Mailed ballots must be postmarked by Election Day. Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat, is seeking a third term against Republican Darren Bailey.
The Illinois midterm election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Polls across the state will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Any voter standing in line at closing will be allowed to enter the polling place and vote.
Mail-in ballot deadlines
The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot was Thursday, Oct. 29, including for military and overseas voters. Mailed ballots must be postmarked by Election Day, Nov. 3, to be counted.
Governor's race
Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat, is running for a third term against Republican Darren Bailey. Bailey is a former state representative.
