The next election for Lake County voters is Tuesday, March 17.
- General Primary Election – Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- For Primary Elections, voters must request either a Democrat or Republican ballot.
- Those candidates who advance past the Primary Election on March 17 will then be included on the November 3 General Election ballot .
- Primary Election Ballots include races for Federal, State and County-level positions.
- Voter Power: The Lake County Voter Power webpage offers an easy way to check registration status, voting locations and ballot items.
- Voter Registration: The Lake County Clerk offers several convenient ways to register to vote, including online and in-person at voting sites.
- Early Voting: Lake County offers Early Voting at the Lake County Courthouse from February 5 through 27. Beginning March 2 thorugh March 24, you will be able to take part in Early Voting at several additional sites around the County, including William E. Peterson Park, 16652 N. Buffalo Grove Road in Prairie View.
- Voting by Mail: You may request a mail-in ballot beginning 90 days before an election. Visit the Vote by Mail webpage for the process and deadlines for this method of voting.
- Election Day Voting: On March 17, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. While election officials suggest voting at your assigned neighborhood polling site, you may vote at any location in the County.
- Elections: For an overview of the election process, which is managed by the Lake County Clerk's Office, please review the Lake County Elections webpage.
- Election Judges: Learn how you can support the election process by serving as an Election Judge.