
Early Voting: 2026 General Election (Oct 24–31)
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting locations during the October 24–31 general election period; eligible unregistered residents can register and vote in one visit.
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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.

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.

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.

Get help navigating Buncombe County tax collection questions at a library-based community desk. The session connects residents with local government information and practical assistance with county tax matters.

Get help navigating Buncombe County tax collection questions at a library-based community desk. The session connects residents with local government information and practical assistance with county tax matters.
Get help navigating Buncombe County tax collection questions at a library-based community desk. The session connects residents with local government information and practical assistance with county tax matters.

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.

An in-person public session for Asheville City Council’s strategic planning retreat, where elected officials discuss municipal priorities, governance, and long-term direction in an open civic meeting.

An in-person public session for Asheville City Council’s strategic planning retreat, where elected officials discuss municipal priorities, governance, and long-term direction in an open civic meeting.
An in-person public session for Asheville City Council’s strategic planning retreat, where elected officials discuss municipal priorities, governance, and long-term direction in an open civic meeting.

A public presentation explains Henderson County’s upcoming 2027 property revaluation, helping taxpayers understand the county assessment process and get informed about changes to local property values.

A public presentation explains Henderson County’s upcoming 2027 property revaluation, helping taxpayers understand the county assessment process and get informed about changes to local property values.
A public presentation explains Henderson County’s upcoming 2027 property revaluation, helping taxpayers understand the county assessment process and get informed about changes to local property values.
