
Early Voting: 2026 General Election (Oct 19–31)
Cast ballots at any of 13 Buncombe County sites during weekday evening hours and two weekends; eligible unregistered residents can register and vote the same day in the 2026 General Election.
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Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.

Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.
Cast ballots in the 2026 general election at an assigned Buncombe County polling site. Polls are open 6:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; anyone in line by closing may vote.

A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
A public Board of Elections meeting to canvass Buncombe County’s 2026 general election returns, focused on local election administration. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.

Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.
Observe a public hand-to-eye count during Buncombe County’s sample election audit, an open process focused on ballot verification and election transparency. The audit is available to attend in person; no livestream is provided.

A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.

A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government meeting focused on election administration and local civic business; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.

A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.

A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.
A public county election administration meeting focused on pre-canvass board proceedings; consult Buncombe County’s event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before heading to the basement board room.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.

Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.
Bi monthly Buncombe County Board of Commissioners session focused on local governance and county decision making. A public courthouse meeting where residents can observe proceedings and stay informed on community issues.

A public county planning board meeting brings local government proceedings to downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the Buncombe County event page.

A public county planning board meeting brings local government proceedings to downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the Buncombe County event page.
A public county planning board meeting brings local government proceedings to downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the Buncombe County event page.

Buncombe County commissioners convene for a public government briefing, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page; attendees can review updates before arriving.

Buncombe County commissioners convene for a public government briefing, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page; attendees can review updates before arriving.
Buncombe County commissioners convene for a public government briefing, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page; attendees can review updates before arriving.

A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with agenda details and possible virtual attendance updates available through Buncombe County’s Engage page.

A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with agenda details and possible virtual attendance updates available through Buncombe County’s Engage page.
A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with agenda details and possible virtual attendance updates available through Buncombe County’s Engage page.

Public commissioners’ meeting for Buncombe County government business, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the county event page. Residents can follow local civic proceedings.

Public commissioners’ meeting for Buncombe County government business, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the county event page. Residents can follow local civic proceedings.
Public commissioners’ meeting for Buncombe County government business, with agenda details and possible schedule changes available on the county event page. Residents can follow local civic proceedings.

Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.

Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.
Community partners and residents discuss affordable housing needs, provide public input, and shape policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners.

Learn canvassing basics, talking points, and MiniVAN before pairing up for nonpartisan voter conversations in Swannanoa, an area deeply affected by Helene. This hands-on outreach welcomes first-time volunteers.

Learn canvassing basics, talking points, and MiniVAN before pairing up for nonpartisan voter conversations in Swannanoa, an area deeply affected by Helene. This hands-on outreach welcomes first-time volunteers.
Learn canvassing basics, talking points, and MiniVAN before pairing up for nonpartisan voter conversations in Swannanoa, an area deeply affected by Helene. This hands-on outreach welcomes first-time volunteers.

A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.

A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.
A public committee meeting focused on strategic partnership grants and county business, with agenda details and schedule updates available through Buncombe County’s event page.

Elected and appointed supervisors discuss soil, water, and related natural resource conservation across Buncombe County, with residents and community partners encouraged to review the public agenda and schedule.

Elected and appointed supervisors discuss soil, water, and related natural resource conservation across Buncombe County, with residents and community partners encouraged to review the public agenda and schedule.
Elected and appointed supervisors discuss soil, water, and related natural resource conservation across Buncombe County, with residents and community partners encouraged to review the public agenda and schedule.

A public county board meeting brings residents together for Board of Adjustment business, with agenda details and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page.

A public county board meeting brings residents together for Board of Adjustment business, with agenda details and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page.
A public county board meeting brings residents together for Board of Adjustment business, with agenda details and any schedule changes available through Buncombe County’s event page.

Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.

Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.
Public officials and conservation partners discuss voluntary land conservation easements, land trusts, and ways to protect Buncombe County’s ecology and scenic landscapes; consult the county agenda for meeting details.

Residents can bring electronics and household hazardous waste for responsible disposal through Buncombe County’s scheduled solid-waste collection program at the county landfill, supporting safer handling of materials unsuitable for regular trash.

Residents can bring electronics and household hazardous waste for responsible disposal through Buncombe County’s scheduled solid-waste collection program at the county landfill, supporting safer handling of materials unsuitable for regular trash.
Residents can bring electronics and household hazardous waste for responsible disposal through Buncombe County’s scheduled solid-waste collection program at the county landfill, supporting safer handling of materials unsuitable for regular trash.

Residents can seek help with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library service desk. This practical, in-person resource connects community members with local government support.

Residents can seek help with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library service desk. This practical, in-person resource connects community members with local government support.
Residents can seek help with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library service desk. This practical, in-person resource connects community members with local government support.

Discuss priorities and shape the vision, goals, and strategies for Buncombe County’s pedestrian plan in a virtual public advisory meeting. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

Discuss priorities and shape the vision, goals, and strategies for Buncombe County’s pedestrian plan in a virtual public advisory meeting. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.
Discuss priorities and shape the vision, goals, and strategies for Buncombe County’s pedestrian plan in a virtual public advisory meeting. Check the county event page for the agenda and schedule changes.

In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.

In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.
In-person public session in the City Hall Council Chamber where elected officials hear agenda items, discuss municipal policy, and take votes. A civic-focused evening for residents to observe proceedings and participate during public comment as available.
