when are midterms

Midterm elections in the United States are held in early November in even‑numbered years, on the first Tuesday after the first Monday; the next big midterm is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

What “midterms” usually means

When people ask “when are midterms,” they usually mean U.S. midterm elections, which happen halfway through a president’s four‑year term. These elections decide all 435 seats in the House of Representatives and a portion of Senate seats, plus many state and local offices.

Date of the 2026 midterm election

• Federal law sets general election day as the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.

• In 2026, that day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and that is when the nationwide midterm general election will be held.

What about “midterms” in school?

In schools or universities, “midterms” are major exams roughly halfway through a term, but the exact dates are set by each course or institution and can vary widely. To know your midterm dates, you have to check the syllabus, course site, or announcements from your instructor or school.

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