Early Voting: 2026 General Election (Oct 21–31)
Cast ballots at any of 13 countywide early voting sites, with same-day registration available to eligible unregistered residents. Weekday, weekend, and final-day hours accommodate flexible participation 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.
Prepare with practical training, voter handouts, and MiniVAN instructions before canvassing in pairs across Helene-affected Swannanoa. This nonpartisan voter outreach welcomes first-timers and engages sporadic voters ahead of the midterm election.
Prepare with practical training, voter handouts, and MiniVAN instructions before canvassing in pairs across Helene-affected Swannanoa. This nonpartisan voter outreach welcomes first-timers and engages sporadic voters ahead of the midterm election.
Prepare with practical training, voter handouts, and MiniVAN instructions before canvassing in pairs across Helene-affected Swannanoa. This nonpartisan voter outreach welcomes first-timers and engages sporadic voters ahead of the midterm election.
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.
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.
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.
County officials convene for a public planning board meeting focused on local government matters. Check the Buncombe County event page for the agenda and any schedule changes.
County officials convene for a public planning board meeting focused on local government matters. Check the Buncombe County event page for the agenda and any schedule changes.
County officials convene for a public planning board meeting focused on local government matters. Check the Buncombe County event page for the agenda and any schedule changes.
A public county government session for commissioner business and local civic oversight; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government session for commissioner business and local civic oversight; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
A public county government session for commissioner business and local civic oversight; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes before attending.
County commissioners convene for a public government briefing; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes. The meeting takes place in a first-floor conference room.
County commissioners convene for a public government briefing; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes. The meeting takes place in a first-floor conference room.
County commissioners convene for a public government briefing; consult the county event page for the agenda and any schedule changes. The meeting takes place in a first-floor conference room.
Residents can seek in-person assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. A practical public-service resource for navigating local tax processes and county services.
Residents can seek in-person assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. A practical public-service resource for navigating local tax processes and county services.
Residents can seek in-person assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. A practical public-service resource for navigating local tax processes and county services.
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.
Residents can safely drop off household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics for proper disposal at a county collection site, supporting responsible waste handling and keeping harmful materials out of regular trash.
Residents can safely drop off household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics for proper disposal at a county collection site, supporting responsible waste handling and keeping harmful materials out of regular trash.
Residents can safely drop off household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics for proper disposal at a county collection site, supporting responsible waste handling and keeping harmful materials out of regular trash.
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.
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.
Gather in purple for a community photo supporting Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, raising visibility for prevention efforts and local awareness in Buncombe County.
Gather in purple for a community photo supporting Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, raising visibility for prevention efforts and local awareness in Buncombe County.
Gather in purple for a community photo supporting Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, raising visibility for prevention efforts and local awareness in Buncombe County.
Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.
Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.
Share ideas for the future of Alexander, Ledges Whitewater, and Walnut Island river parks, with a focus on park design, community priorities, and public planning.