
Early Voting: 2026 General Election (Oct 23–31)
Cast a ballot in the 2026 General Election at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with same-day registration available for eligible residents; weekday and weekend hours vary.
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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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal council meeting in City Hall’s second-floor Council Chamber to follow local government discussion, city policy decisions, and public business affecting the Asheville community.

Residents can attend an in-person municipal council meeting in City Hall’s second-floor Council Chamber to follow local government discussion, city policy decisions, and public business affecting the Asheville community.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal council meeting in City Hall’s second-floor Council Chamber to follow local government discussion, city policy decisions, and public business affecting the Asheville community.

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.

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.

Residents can seek assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. Consult the county calendar for details about available support and services.

Residents can seek assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. Consult the county calendar for details about available support and services.
Residents can seek assistance with Buncombe County tax collection questions at a neighborhood library help desk. Consult the county calendar for details about available support and services.

A public county board meeting focused on agricultural advisory matters, with community members able to review the agenda and schedule updates through Buncombe County’s event page.

A public county board meeting focused on agricultural advisory matters, with community members able to review the agenda and schedule updates through Buncombe County’s event page.
A public county board meeting focused on agricultural advisory matters, with community members able to review the agenda and schedule updates through Buncombe County’s event page.
