The Richmond Mayor Election of 2026 is a municipal election to choose the next mayor of Richmond, Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing city operations, proposing the budget, and appointing department heads. This election will determine leadership on key issues such as public safety, economic development, and education reform.
The Richmond Mayor Election of 2026 is a municipal election to choose the next mayor of Richmond, Virginia. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing city operations, proposing the budget, and appointing department heads. This election will determine leadership on key issues such as public safety, economic development, and education reform.
To vote in the Richmond mayoral election, Virginia residents must first register to vote by October 15, 2026, either online through the Virginia Department of Elections website, by mail, or in person at their local voter registration office. On Election Day, November 3, 2026, voters can cast their ballots at their assigned polling place from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, or participate in early voting from October 23 to November 2, 2026, at designated locations. Valid photo ID is required to vote in person; acceptable IDs include a Virginia driver's license, U.S. passport, or other government-issued identification.
