When and How does Raleigh Vote? – Event Rescheduled

WHAT CHANGES ARE COMING TO RALEIGH ELECTIONS?

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WHAT DO RALEIGH VOTERS CARE ABOUT?

This Forum is being rescheduled as a ZOOM meeting to avoid another weather event.

Register to attend: LR-7JanZoomEvent

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The next election for Raleigh Mayor and City Council will be held November 3, 2026.

But there’s a brand-new primary election first, on March 3, 2026.

With a deadline for candidates to file and get on the ballot THIS YEAR — by December 19, 2025.

That’s right: To run in 2026, you must file with the Board of Elections by noon on December 19, 2025.

Join Livable Raleigh Advisory Committee Members and our guest Elections Expert Gerry Cohen on Wednesday, January 7 at 7pm for a ZOOM meeting to learn all the details.

We will also be presenting professional polling results showing what issues Raleigh voters care about and discussing those issues with those in attendance.

Register to attend: LR-7JanZoomEvent

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If you are unable to join us on January 7, a video recording will be made available after the meeting.

Read more about Raleigh’s election format changes here: Election Season Ahead

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