PRIMARY ELECTION TUESDAY MAY 19TH 2026
Important Dates – 2026 Primary Election
APRIL 4
Absentee ballot request portal opens at GoVote.ky.gov
APRIL 20
Deadline to register to vote.
Online 4:00pm or In Person 4:30pm
May 5
Last day to request a mail-in absentee ballot at GoVote.ky.gov
May 6 – May 13
Absentee Voting In-Person with Excuse
Location: Fayette County Clerk
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Weekdays Only)
May 14 – May 16
EARLY VOTING
Location: All Lexington Public Library Vote Centers
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
More Information
View All Candidates That Will Appear on the Primary Ballot
List of Current Elected Officials
Secretary of State – Election Information and Resources
Kentucky State Board of Elections – Voter, Candidate, Results, Election Laws
Kentucky Registry of Election Finance
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