Primary Election Day is Aug. 13, but you don't have to wait to cast your ballot – early voting begins today, June 28.

What to do before you vote
Now is the best time to take a few steps to make your voting experience as smooth as possible.

• Register to vote
• View your sample ballot
• Choose how you want to vote:
  • Vote absentee: Fill out absentee ballot application and email or mail it to Hennepin County Elections. You can also fill out the online application.
  • Vote early in-person: New Hope residents can vote early at New Hope City Hall.
    • Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • Saturday, Aug. 10 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Monday, Aug. 12 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Hennepin County Government Center will also be open for absentee voting for residents of Hennepin County.

Upcoming Election Dates

• June 28: Absentee voting opens for primary election
• July 23: Last day to pre-register to vote in primary election
• Aug. 12: In-person absentee voting closes at 5 p.m.
• Aug. 13: Primary Election Day (polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
• Sept. 20: Absentee voting begins for the general election
• Nov. 5: General Election Day