The Tennessee governor primary election is on August 6, 2026. Early voting starts July 17, 2026 for the Republican primary mentioned in campaign materials, and the voter registration deadline is July 7, 2026.

Date details

  • Primary election day: August 6, 2026.
  • Voter registration deadline: July 7, 2026.
  • Early voting begins: July 17, 2026.

Context

This is Tennessee’s statewide primary for governor and other state and federal offices on the November ballot. One election guide notes that Tennessee voters will choose party primary candidates on August 6 before the general election in November.

Source note

The date is consistent across election calendars and voter-information pages published in 2026.