2026 Elections

Primary: Saturday, August 8, 2026
General: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Election Calendar

Mar
19
Thu
4:30 pm Deadline to file objections to p...
Deadline to file objections to p...
Mar 19 @ 4:30 pm
Deadline for qualified parties to file an objection to a petition filed by a new political party. Objections are filed with the Office of Elections. (HRS §11-62) Note: the deadline to file an objection is[...]
Jun
2
Tue
4:30 pm Candidate filing ends
Candidate filing ends
Jun 2 @ 4:30 pm
Deadline to file nomination papers to become a candidate for the 2026 Elections. Nomination papers are filed with the Office of Elections or County Elections Division. (HRS §12-6)
Jun
3
Wed
4:30 pm Deadline to withdraw candidacy
Deadline to withdraw candidacy
Jun 3 @ 4:30 pm
Deadline for candidates to withdraw their candidacy for any reason. Submit withdrawal notice to the Office of Elections or County Elections Division. (HRS §11-117)
Jun
9
Tue
4:30 pm Deadline to file objections to a...
Deadline to file objections to a...
Jun 9 @ 4:30 pm
Deadline for registered voters and political parties to file objections to a nomination paper with Office of Elections, County Elections Division, or Circuit Court. (HRS §12-8)
Jun
19
Fri
4:30 pm Deadline to withdraw candidacy f...
Deadline to withdraw candidacy f...
Jun 19 @ 4:30 pm
Deadline for candidates to withdraw their candidacy from the Primary Election due to ill health. Submit withdrawal notice to the Office of Elections or County Elections Division. (HRS §11-117)

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Step into the ring and run for office so voters can choose the contender who'll battle for them. 🕹️ Who's ready to press START? Instructions at elections.hawaii.gov. ... See MoreSee Less

In the last election, Hawaii voters could choose from a wide range of political parties, including:

🌺 We The People
🌺 Solidarity Party of Hawaii
🌺 Party for Socialism and Liberation
🌺 No Labels Hawaii
🌺 Libertarian Party of Hawaii
🌺 Hawaii Republican Party
🌺 Green Party of Hawaii
🌺 Democratic Party of Hawaii

🗣 Why not add your voice to the list? ✨

Starting a political party in Hawaii is possible for anyone!

The Office of Elections has the resources to help you make it happen:

1️. Submit an Application for Petition.
2️. Gather signatures from registered voters.
3️. File your petition before the deadline.

✅ We're here to guide you every step of the way.

📲 Learn more: elections.hawaii.gov/voting/political-parties

Your voice. Your party. Your Hawaii. 🌈🌴

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Hawaii’s meeting of the electors will be livestreamed on our YouTube channel, @elections808. ... See MoreSee Less

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The State of Hawaii will hold its meeting of the Electors on December 17th. This video provides a brief overview of the Electoral College, including how states calculate their number of electors and the process by which votes are cast and counted. There's much more to explore, so we encourage you to learn more about the election process and the Electoral College.

To learn more about Hawaii's Electoral College, visit election.hawaii.gov/electoral-college/.
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A voter service center is voting location that provides services for your last-minute voter needs. If you need to register to vote or cast your vote in person, the voter service center is for you. Find a location in your area at elections.hawaii.gov. ... See MoreSee Less

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