What Detroit voters need for the November 3, 2026 general election — official dates, tools, and offices only. Updated July 2026.
| Milestone | Date / rule |
|---|---|
| Voter-registration deadline | By mail or online: Monday, October 19, 2026 (15 days before). After that, register IN PERSON at your city/township clerk with proof of residency October 20 through 8 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2026. |
| Early voting | Mandatory statewide early voting: Saturday, October 24 – Sunday, November 1, 2026 (9 days; jurisdictions may optionally add the Monday before until 4 p.m.). Optional extended early voting may begin as early as Monday, October 5, 2026 in some communities. |
| Election Day | Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (polls per county hours) |
Confirm you are registered (and your address is current) with the official Michigan tool:
Check your registration →No excuse required — all registered Michigan voters have the right to vote by mail with an absentee ballot (available 40 days before the election). Online/mailed applications must reach your clerk by 5 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2026; in-person applications at the clerk's office until 4 p.m. Monday, November 2, 2026; Election Day registrants may vote absentee in person at the clerk's office.
Wayne County Clerk — Elections Division runs the election for Detroit — polling places, sample ballots, and results.
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