Your vote matters!
Voting in elections is one of the most important rights and responsibilities that U.S. citizens have.
Voting gives you a chance to choose leaders and representatives who will do things that are important to you.
How to make a difference in the election process:
- Play a role in choosing our leaders and changing our laws by voting.
- Learn about the candidates and issues before you vote in any election.
- Know what’s going on in your country and community.
- Contact public officials about issues that are important to you.
- Respect your right to vote! Many people in the world don’t have the right to vote.
Election Information
Upcoming elections
There are no upcoming elections in the City of Brooklyn Park for 2025, though some neighboring cities are having them. In 2026 the Primary Election will be Tuesday, August 11, 2026 and the General Election will be Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What is a primary election? >
Key dates in 2026
Primary Election
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Early Voting Dates for the Primary Election
Friday, June 26 – Monday, August 10, 2026; Saturday August 8, 9-3pm
General Election
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Early Voting Dates for the General Election
Friday, September 18 – Monday, November 2; Saturday, October 31, 9-3pm
Candidate Filing
Open Tuesday, May 19 – Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Withdrawal date is Thursday, June 4, 2026