Early Voting: 2026 General Election (Oct 22–31)
Cast ballots at any of 13 Buncombe County sites, with same-day registration available to eligible residents. Weekday and weekend hours vary, and voting ends Saturday, October 31.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Public discussion of voluntary land conservation easements, partnerships with land trusts, and strategies to preserve Buncombe County’s natural beauty and ecological health. Check the county agenda for meeting details and schedule changes.
Public discussion of voluntary land conservation easements, partnerships with land trusts, and strategies to preserve Buncombe County’s natural beauty and ecological health. Check the county agenda for meeting details and schedule changes.
Public discussion of voluntary land conservation easements, partnerships with land trusts, and strategies to preserve Buncombe County’s natural beauty and ecological health. Check the county agenda for meeting details and schedule changes.
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.
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.
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.
Attend an in-person municipal council session on Asheville governance, public business, and community issues. Residents can observe proceedings and follow city decisions in the Council Chamber at City Hall.
Attend an in-person municipal council session on Asheville governance, public business, and community issues. Residents can observe proceedings and follow city decisions in the Council Chamber at City Hall.
Attend an in-person municipal council session on Asheville governance, public business, and community issues. Residents can observe proceedings and follow city decisions in the Council Chamber at City Hall.
Public discussion of Buncombe County library budgets, services, facilities, fines, and fees, alongside reviews of challenged collection materials. Community members can watch the advisory board meeting online.
Public discussion of Buncombe County library budgets, services, facilities, fines, and fees, alongside reviews of challenged collection materials. Community members can watch the advisory board meeting online.
Public discussion of Buncombe County library budgets, services, facilities, fines, and fees, alongside reviews of challenged collection materials. Community members can watch the advisory board meeting online.
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.
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.