The Ballot Brief
2026 Primary Elections

New York Primary Election 2026

New York's 2026 primary was held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The winners advance to the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Primary electionTuesday, June 23, 2026
General electionTuesday, November 3, 2026

See exactly who is on your ballot — ZIP code is all you need

What's on the New York primary ballot?

Primaries decide which candidates appear on the November ballot. Depending on where you live in New York, your 2026 primary ballot can include U.S. Senate and U.S. House nominations, statewide offices, state legislative seats, and county or city contests. Enter your ZIP code above to see the exact races and candidates for your area — with bios, priorities, and campaign-finance data.

Key things to know

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Primary dates are statutory dates compiled by the National Conference of State Legislatures and can change by legislative action. Always confirm with your state or local election office.