when do we vote for illinois governor

You’ll vote for Illinois governor in two main elections in 2026 :

• Primary election (to pick party nominees):
  Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

• General election (to choose the governor):
  Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Polls in Illinois typically run 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. You can also use early voting or vote-by-mail in the weeks before, depending on your county.

If you’re unsure whether you’re registered, use the Illinois voter registration lookup or your local election authority’s website to confirm and see your polling place.

TL;DR:
You vote for Illinois governor in the primary on March 17, 2026 and the general election on November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-in options are also available before those dates.

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