Elections
2026 General Election
Election Day- In Person Voting: Tuesday, November 3rd, Empire Public Works Building, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Absentee and Early Voting Options
September 18 – November 2: Voters may cast AB Ballots in Person or do Early Voting at any Dakota County Service Center (Hastings, Apple Valley, West St. Paul)
AB and Early Voting hours are generally Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM except as noted on the Dakota County website https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/Government/VotingElections/Absentee/Pages/default.aspx
In addition to the regular business hours listed above, all voting locations in Dakota County will be open during these extended hours:
Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday, October 27, until 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 31, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday, November 1, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday, November 2, until 5:00 PM
Important Links
Check if You’re Registered to Vote
Register to Vote
See a Sample Ballot
Election Contact Information
Dakota County Election Information
Minnesota Secretary of State
General Election Sample Ballots