Get ready for the June Primary Election - June 2, 2026
The June 2nd California primary election is fast approaching. Here’s a helpful list to help you get ready to vote. Thanks to Susan for compiling this information.
Register to Vote
Register to vote by May 18 at registertovote.ca.gov
Check your registration status to make sure it’s up to date at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov
Key Dates
May 4: Ballots mailed to all voters; ballot boxes open, and in-person voting available at Election Office. See note below regarding the Governor’s race.
May 18: Last day to register to vote and receive a Vote-By-Mail ballot. After this date, you can register to vote in person.
May 29: Regional Early Voting sites open.
Tuesday, June 2: ELECTION DAY: Your voting location is open from 7am to 8pm.
California Governor Candidates - Strategy for 2026
This year, be strategic in when and how you vote. In this primary election, there are many candidates for Governor on our ballots. Only two candidates with the most votes, regardless of party, will run against each other in the November “general” election. So it’s possible that those two candidates will be from the same political party.
Some low-polling candidates are dropping out of the field. Make your vote count—don’t vote for someone who can’t win. Watch the polls as we get closer to the election. Stay informed and vote strategically.
Helpful Links
Secretary of State, Elections & Voting Information: sos.ca.gov/elections
League of Women Voters, Easy Voter Guide: cavotes.org/easy-voter-guide
Vote411 – see what’s on your ballot: vote411.org
CalMatters – info about Governor’s race: calmatters.org/politics/2026/03/california-governor-candidates
