The Hawaii Governor Primary Election on August 8, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor of Hawaii. Voters will select candidates to advance to the general election in November, where the winner will succeed the current governor and lead the state’s executive branch.
The Hawaii Governor Primary Election on August 8, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor of Hawaii. Voters will select candidates to advance to the general election in November, where the winner will succeed the current governor and lead the state’s executive branch.
To vote in Hawaii’s primary, registered voters must be affiliated with a party to participate in that party’s ballot, or choose a nonpartisan ballot if available. Registration can be completed online, by mail, or in person at county elections divisions, with a deadline of 30 days before the election. Voters may cast ballots in person during early voting, on Election Day at their assigned polling place, or by mail-in ballot if requested in advance.