Early Voting in North Carolina
Early voting is a convenient way to participate on your schedule. By voting early, you can avoid long lines and ensure your voice is heard. Make a plan, know your options, and take part during the early voting period.
What is early voting?
Early voting allows eligible voters to cast their ballot in person before Election Day during a designated early voting period.
Why vote early?
Voting early gives you flexibility, helps you avoid long lines, and ensures your voice is heard even if something unexpected comes up on Election Day.
Who can vote early?
Any eligible voter may vote during the early voting period—no special reason is required.
Where can I vote early?
Early voting locations vary by county. Check your local board of elections or official election website to find a location near you.
When does early voting take place?
Early voting runs from October 15 through October 31.
Election Day
The 2026 general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote.
Registered voters can find their polling place and sample ballot here: Voter Search.
Rooted in Community: Cleveland County Listening Tour
Join LaKesha Womack and North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton for the Cleveland County stop of the Rooted in Community Tour. Meet us for an informal conversation with community leaders and neighbors about the opportunities and challenges facing Cleveland County.
This is your chance to share your ideas, ask questions, and help shape the future of our communities. We look forward to listening, learning, and building a stronger North Carolina—together.
A Blue-tiful Evening of HOPE
Join us Friday evening, July 31, 2026, at the beautiful Don Gibson Theatre for A Blue‑tiful Evening of HOPE! Enjoy a delicious meal, wonderful live entertainment, and hear inspiring stories from our candidates that you haven’t heard anywhere else. We’ll also have door prizes throughout the night.
Seating is limited, so please purchase your tickets as soon as possible.
Dress code: Dressy Casual
Unity in the Community
Join us for the 9th Unity in the Community with special guest speakers hosted by WPCS Shelby Podcast (Mr. Jimmy Hall)
Community Cookout with the Candidates
Join us for an afternoon of good food, great company, fun games, and relaxed conversation with local candidates. This family‑friendly cookout offers an opportunity to meet the people running for office, ask questions, and enjoy a fun summer afternoon together. Children are welcome.
To help with planning and to ensure there is enough food for everyone, please sign up today.
Cleveland County Democrats
Join us for the Cleveland County Democrats monthly meeting to get updates on how we will win up and down the ballot in November. Come out and get involved.
Cleveland County Meet and Greet
You’re invited to a community meet and greet with LaKesha Womack, Democratic candidate for Congress in North Carolina’s 14th District. Join neighbors, community leaders, and supporters from across Cleveland County for an evening of conversation about the issues impacting working families, rural communities, education, health care, and economic opportunity.
Stay for the virtual launch of Unite for Justice beginning at 6:30 PM as we come together around a shared vision for stronger communities and people-centered leadership.
Bring a friend and come be part of building the future together.
Primary Voting
The 2026 primary election is Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. will be able to vote.
Registered voters can find their polling place and sample ballot here: Voter Search.
For more information, visit https://www.ncsbe.gov/news/events/election-day-2026-primary-election
Early Voting in North Carolina
Early voting is a convenient way to participate on your schedule. By voting early, you can avoid long lines and ensure your voice is heard. Make a plan, know your options, and take part during the early voting period.
What is early voting?
Early voting allows eligible voters to cast their ballot in person before Election Day during a designated early voting period.
Why vote early?
Voting early gives you flexibility, helps you avoid long lines, and ensures your voice is heard even if something unexpected comes up on Election Day.
Who can vote early?
Any eligible voter may vote during the early voting period—no special reason is required.
Where can I vote early?
Early voting locations vary by county. Check your local board of elections or official election website to find a location near you.
When does early voting take place?
Early voting runs from Thursday, February 12 through February 28.
Virtual Campaign Launch
You’re invited! 🎉
Join me for my virtual campaign launch for the Democratic nomination in North Carolina’s 14th Congressional District on Friday, December 5, at 5:00 pm EST.
I’ll be sharing why I’m running, what’s at stake for our district, and how you can get involved as we work together for affordable health care, economic mobility, and equitable education.
📅 Friday, December 5
📍 Online – https://www.facebook.com/share/1JiP47BNpF/
I hope you’ll join us and bring a friend!