Clark County residents and visitors in the river corridor planning to vote in the upcoming 2026 election have several options for casting their ballots, including early voting, Election Day in-person voting, and mail-in ballots. Early voting is scheduled to begin on October 17 and conclude on October 30. Election Day is set for November 3.
Every registered voter in Nevada is slated to receive a mail ballot automatically, unless they have previously opted out of this service. Voters choosing to cast their ballot by mail will find that each mail ballot comes with prepaid postage, eliminating the need for voters to affix their own stamps. Completed mail ballots can be returned by placing them in a mailbox or by depositing them at an official drop box. The Secretary of State’s office has recommended that voters mail their ballots at least one week prior to Election Day to ensure timely delivery.
For those who prefer to vote in person, options are available during the early voting period and on Election Day. During early voting, voters can cast their ballot at any polling location across Clark County. Specific locations include the Doolittle Community Center, the East Las Vegas Community Center, and the Windmill Library. It is important for voters to note that the hours and specific locations for early voting sites may vary, and updated information can be found on the Clark County website.
On Election Day, November 3, a total of 136 polling locations will be established throughout Clark County. These sites will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prominent Election Day polling places include the Galleria at Sunset, Desert Breeze Community Center, East Las Vegas Library, Arroyo Market Square, Henderson City Hall, and Allegiant Stadium. Voters who are still in line to vote at 7 p.m. will be permitted to cast their ballot. A comprehensive list of all polling locations for Election Day is available on the Clark County Election Department's website.
Voters attending in-person polling locations, whether during early voting or on Election Day, are encouraged to bring their uncompleted mail ballot with them to surrender it at the precinct. If a voter does not have their mail ballot to surrender, they will be required to sign an affirmation promising that they will not vote twice in the election. Voters may also bring their sample ballot to the polls to assist them in making their selections.
Individuals who need to register to vote or update their voter registration information can do so online through the state's voter registration portal. Clark County also maintains a dedicated portal for voter services on its government website. For county residents without computer access, assistance is available by calling (702) 455-VOTE (8683) from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Callers located outside of Clark County can reach the office at 1-866-683-5328.
Nevada offers same-day voter registration for individuals who still need to register. This process requires an in-person visit to a polling location. To register on Election Day, voters must present a valid Nevada driver’s license or a Nevada ID card. If the presented identification does not display the voter’s current address, additional valid proof of residence will be required. Acceptable proofs of residence include a utility bill, a bank statement, a paycheck, a property tax statement, or a rental or lease agreement.
After casting a ballot, voters can check if their vote has been counted through several online resources. The state's myballot website allows voters to track their ballot’s status by entering their name, birth date, and ZIP code. This service, known as “Ballot Scout,” has replaced the previous “BallotTrax” system, and registered voters should have been notified of this change. An alternative online resource is the Secretary of State's voter search page. Additionally, the Clark County Election Department’s hotline at 702-455-VOTE (8863) can be contacted to inquire about a ballot's counting status.
In instances where a voter receives a mail ballot addressed to someone who no longer resides at their address, they can write "This voter no longer lives here" on the unopened envelope and place it in their outgoing mailbox. This action will facilitate the return of the ballot to the Election Department, and the voter listed on the envelope will subsequently be added to the undeliverable list. To proactively ensure the Election Department has the correct address, individuals can contact them at 702-455-VOTE for a record review over the phone.
The processing of mail ballots at the Clark County Election Department involves an extensive multi-step procedure. Upon receipt, ballots pass through machines that capture photos of the envelopes, sort and separate them, and then review the ballots before they proceed through equipment designed to tabulate the votes. Counties are permitted to begin processing votes cast via mail-in ballots up to 15 days before Election Day. However, the official certification of election results does not occur until the tenth day following the election.
Results will be released in batches routinely once it is confirmed that all polls have closed. While the Secretary of State, Francisco Aguilar, has expressed a commitment to working towards faster result releases after elections, it is anticipated that some close races may still require several days for a definitive call. Official results will be posted on the state's election results portal and the Las Vegas Review-Journal website.
For voters seeking more information about candidates, the Las Vegas Review-Journal provides an online voter guide where candidates had the opportunity to submit biographies and answer questions. A complete list of all candidates who officially filed to run in the election is available through the Secretary of State's election information page. Furthermore, voters can identify who represents their specific district by visiting the Nevada Legislature website or through the Clark County interactive maps portal.