The Tennessee Governor Primary Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor of Tennessee. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election to compete for the state's highest executive office.
The Tennessee Governor Primary Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor of Tennessee. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election to compete for the state's highest executive office.
To vote in Tennessee, residents must first register to vote, which can be done online, by mail, or in person at their local county election commission office. Registered voters may cast their ballot in person on Election Day, during the early voting period, or by requesting an absentee ballot if they meet eligibility requirements such as being out of the county during early voting and Election Day, having a illness or disability, or being 60 years of age or older.