Election Day: General Election 2026
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.
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Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
Cast a ballot at any of 13 Buncombe County early voting sites, with weekday and weekend hours available. Eligible residents can register and vote in the same visit.
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.
Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.
Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.
Nonpartisan voter education workshop breaking down the fall ballot, from local races to what each office actually does. Walk through bonds and ballot amendments so you know what to expect before voting.
Explore competitive 2026 midterm races and the political climate across the nation, North Carolina, and local communities. Examine potential environmental impacts and practical ways to participate in civic action.
Explore competitive 2026 midterm races and the political climate across the nation, North Carolina, and local communities. Examine potential environmental impacts and practical ways to participate in civic action.
Explore competitive 2026 midterm races and the political climate across the nation, North Carolina, and local communities. Examine potential environmental impacts and practical ways to participate in civic action.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
Conversations with Buncombe County GOP candidates create an opportunity to meet local political representatives, ask questions, and connect with community members in a neighborhood gathering.
County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.
County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.
County commissioners convene for a public government session in downtown Asheville, with agenda details and possible schedule changes posted on the county event page before the meeting.
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 committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.
A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.
A public county committee meeting focused on early childhood education and development, with community members able to follow agenda updates and schedule changes through the official Engage page.
Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.
Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.
Attend an open municipal meeting for public discussion and local government business. Residents can observe Asheville City Council proceedings in person at City Hall’s Council Chamber.
County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.
County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.
County officials and community members gather for a public discussion of land use and local planning; consult the county event page for the agenda and schedule updates.
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.
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.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.
Residents can attend an in-person municipal meeting to hear City Council proceedings and engage with local government. Public board and commission meetings support civic participation.
Public input and community partner discussion shape affordable housing policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners. Explore local housing needs, proposed priorities, and county-level decision-making in a civic meeting.
Public input and community partner discussion shape affordable housing policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners. Explore local housing needs, proposed priorities, and county-level decision-making in a civic meeting.
Public input and community partner discussion shape affordable housing policy and funding recommendations for Buncombe County commissioners. Explore local housing needs, proposed priorities, and county-level decision-making in a civic meeting.
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 civic forum brings Buncombe County sheriff candidates into conversation with business leaders and voters on crime prevention, detention operations, emergency response, community trust, and the county’s future.
A civic forum brings Buncombe County sheriff candidates into conversation with business leaders and voters on crime prevention, detention operations, emergency response, community trust, and the county’s future.
A civic forum brings Buncombe County sheriff candidates into conversation with business leaders and voters on crime prevention, detention operations, emergency response, community trust, and the county’s future.