Election Day 2024 has arrived!
Monday marks the final day of early voting in Illinois. And while many have chosen to vote early in-person or by mail, many voters will still come to the polls on Election Day itself, Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Here is some basic information to know for those headed to the polls on Election Day:
What time do polls open and close in Illinois?
Polling locations open Tuesday at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
As long as you are in line by 7 p.m., you can cast a ballot. Polling places cannot refuse to let people vote if they are in line by 7 p.m.
Where do I vote?
Voters wishing to cast their ballot on Election Day can do so at their designated polling place, or at a vote center designated by their election authority.
To find out where that is for you, you can enter your zip code HERE in the polling place locator on the Illinois Board of Elections website.
Can I still register to vote?
Yes, you can still register to vote on Election Day in Illinois under the grace-period registration, only available in-person at sites authorized by each election authority.
You can click HERE to find grace-period registration/Election Day vote center locations on the Illinois Board of Elections website, or to access more information about grace-period registration.
If you’re registering to vote in-person, you’ll need two forms of identification, with at least one showing your current address of residence.
Visit elections.il.gov for complete information on voting in Illinois.
What about Wisconsin and Indiana?
Polling locations open on Election Day at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. in Wisconsin.
Polling locations open on Election Day at 6 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. (local time) in Indiana.
