2026 Pennsylvania Elections: Important Dates

NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION

October 19Last day to REGISTER before the November election.
NOTE: If possible, register or update your name or address by early October to ensure sufficient time to receive confirmation mailing.
October 27Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot.
NOTE: If possible, apply by early October to ensure sufficient time to receive and return your ballot.
November 3Last day for county election office to receive completed mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8:00 P.M.) 
November 3GENERAL ELECTION
November 10Last day for county election office to receive completed military and overseas absentee ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 P.M. on November 2) 

Note: All dates are subject to change without notice.

2026 Pennsylvania Elections Important Dates to Remember.


2026 Campaign Finance Reporting Dates

Type of Report

Cycle

Complete as of

Filing Deadlines**

2025 Annual ReportCycle 7December 31, 2025February 2, 2026
*6th Tuesday Pre-PrimaryCycle 1March 30, 2026April 7, 2026
2nd Friday Pre-PrimaryCycle 2    May 4, 2026May 8, 2026
24-Hour Reporting (Daily)Cycle 10Starts May 4, 2026Through and including May 19, 2026
30 Day Post-PrimaryCycle 3June 8, 2026June 18, 2026
*6th Tuesday Pre-ElectionCycle 4    September 14, 2026September 22, 2026
2nd Friday Pre-ElectionCycle 5October 19, 2026October 23, 2026
24-Hour Reporting (Daily)Cycle 11Starts October 20, 2026Through and including November 3, 2026
30 Day Post-ElectionCycle 6November 23, 2026December 3, 2026
2026 Annual ReportCycle 7December 31, 2026February 1, 2027

Note: All dates are subject to change without notice.

Download a complete PDF of the 2026 Campaign Finance Reporting Dates.