Know when to register, when early voting opens, and when Election Day arrives across the Greater Charleston Metropolitan Area — so you can make an informed decision at the polls.
Statewide primaries and the November general election. Confirm details with Charleston County Elections or scvotes.gov.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Democratic and Republican primaries. Polls open 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Find your polling place at scvotes.gov.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Vote for Congress, statewide offices, and local races on the ballot. Polls open 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
A clear path from registration to Election Day for the June primaries.
In person by May 8 · online / email / fax by May 10 · mail postmarked by May 11.
Weekdays 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Charleston County early voting centers (North Charleston HQ, downtown, James Island, Mt. Pleasant, West Ashley).
Polls 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Bring a photo ID. Confirm your polling place before you go.
Early voting June 17–18 · Runoff Election Day June 23, 2026.
Statewide general election. Early voting opens mid-to-late October.
Always confirm dates and polling places with official election offices.
Register, find your polling place, check registration status, and view the state election calendar.
Early voting locations, absentee ballots, and local election notices for Charleston County.
Charleston County’s printable primary guide with dates, early voting centers, and absentee deadlines.
Photos and profiles of Black public officials — and other representatives who serve the Charleston area — including Congress, county boards, city councils, and school boards. So neighbors know who represents them.
