The 2026 Cincinnati City Council General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Cincinnati City Council. The council is the legislative body of the city, responsible for passing local ordinances, approving the budget, and overseeing city services. Members are elected from nine districts and three at-large seats, with all 12 seats up for election in 2026.
The 2026 Cincinnati City Council General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Cincinnati City Council. The council is the legislative body of the city, responsible for passing local ordinances, approving the budget, and overseeing city services. Members are elected from nine districts and three at-large seats, with all 12 seats up for election in 2026.
To vote in the 2026 Cincinnati City Council General Election, Ohio residents must be registered to vote by October 6, 2026. Voters can cast their ballot in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from October 7 to November 2, 2026, or by requesting an absentee ballot. Ohio law requires voters to present a valid form of identification, such as an Ohio driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport, when voting in person.