Remember to Vote in the November 3 General Election

The November 3, 2026 General Election is just around the corner! 

The Thurston County Auditor’s Office Elections Division mailed ballots to registered voters on October 8, 2026. Voters are encouraged to complete and return their ballots early to ensure they are received on time.

Returning Your Ballot
Ballots can be returned by mail or placed in one of Thurston County's 31 secure ballot drop boxes.

• By mail: No postage is required. Ballots must be postmarked by Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The Thurston County Auditor's Office recommends using a ballot drop box rather than mailing your ballot during the final two weeks before Election Day.
• Ballot drop boxes: Drop boxes are open 24 hours a day during the election and will close promptly at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.

For a complete list of ballot drop box locations, visit the Thurston County Auditor's Office website.

Voter Registration Deadlines
If you haven't registered to vote or need to update your voter registration information, please keep these important dates in mind:

• Monday, October 26, 2026: Last day to register to vote or update your voter registration online, by mail or through other remote methods. Information must be received by an election official by this date.
• Tuesday, November 3, 2026: Voters may register or update their voter registration in person at a county Auditor's Office or designated voting center until 8 p.m. on Election Day.

You can register to vote, check your registration status or update your information at VoteWA.gov.

Thurston County Auditor's Office – Elections Division
2915 29th Ave. S.W.
Tumwater, WA 98512
Phone: (360) 786-5408
Email: elections@co.thurston.wa.us

In-person voter services, including registration assistance, replacement ballots and accessible voting options, are available at designated voting centers.

For additional election information, ballot drop box locations, voting center hours and the 2026 Local Voters' Pamphlet, visit the Thurston County Auditor's November 3 General Election webpage.