Early Voting & Voter Registration Schedule — 2026 Elections

Williamstown residents can vote early in person ahead of the September 1 Primary and November 3 General Election. See the schedules below for dates, hours, and voter registration deadlines.

At a Glance

  Registration Deadline Early Voting Dates
Sept. 1 Primary Sat., Aug. 22 Aug. 22, 24–28
Nov. 3 General Sat., Oct. 24 Oct. 17, 19–24, 26–30

All early voting and in-person registration takes place at Town Hall.

September 1, 2026 Primary

In-Person Early Voting at Town Hall

  • Saturday, August 22: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Monday – Friday, August 24 – 28: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Voter Registration Deadline

The deadline to register to vote in the Primary is Saturday, August 22, 2026. To accommodate in-person registration, the Town Clerk’s office will have extended hours that day:

  • Saturday, August 22: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • You may also register and update your registration information online.

November 3, 2026 General Election

In-Person Early Voting at Town Hall

  • Saturday, October 17: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Monday, October 26 – Friday, October 30: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Voter Registration Deadline

The deadline to register to vote in the General Election is Saturday, October 24, 2026. To accommodate in-person registration, the Town Clerk’s office will have extended hours that day:

  • Saturday, October 24: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • You may also register and update your registration information online.

Visit our Voting Information page to learn more.

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