TEXAS (Oct. 19, 2026) — Early voting begins today across Texas as voters head to the polls ahead of the November 3 general election.
From major cities to smaller communities, Texans will have nearly two weeks to cast their ballots before Election Day.
Early voting runs from Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 30, with polling locations available in counties throughout the state.
Voters will decide several important races, including contests for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, seats in Congress and the Texas Legislature, along with other state and local offices.
When Can Texans Vote?
Early voting begins October 19 and continues through October 30. Polling hours and locations vary by county, so voters should check with their local elections office before heading out.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, when polls across Texas will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Texans registered to vote may generally cast an early ballot at any designated early voting location within the county where they are registered.
Early Voting in Wharton County
For residents of Wharton County, three early voting locations are available. All three are scheduled to be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, October 19.
- Wharton: Wharton County Annex D, Classroom 116 — 315 E. Milam St.
- El Campo: El Campo Library, Mayor’s Room — 200 W. Church St.
- East Bernard: East Bernard Branch Library — 746 Clubside Drive.
Voting hours vary throughout the early voting period. Wharton County residents can find the complete schedule and Election Day locations through the Wharton County Elections Department.
What Identification Do You Need?
Texas voters are generally required to present an acceptable form of photo identification at the polls.
Accepted forms include a Texas driver’s license, Texas personal identification card, Texas election identification certificate, U.S. passport, U.S. military photo identification and certain other qualifying forms of identification.
Voters who cannot reasonably obtain an accepted photo ID may qualify to present supporting documentation and complete a Reasonable Impediment Declaration.
How to Find Your Polling Location
Voting locations and hours are not the same in every Texas county.
Residents can find information about their registration status and voting locations through the Texas Secretary of State’s My Voter Portal.
The deadline to register to vote in the November election was October 5.
Voters can also visit VoteTexas.gov for additional information about identification requirements, voting procedures and election resources.
With early voting now underway, Texans have until October 30 to cast an early ballot or can vote on Election Day, November 3.
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