Maine

Maine Governor Primary Election

The Maine Governor Primary Election on June 9, 2026, determines the Democratic and Republican nominees for Governor of Maine. The winner will face the general election in November 2026 to succeed the incumbent governor.

Maine U.S. Senate General Election

Incumbent: Angus King

The 2026 Maine U.S. Senate general election will determine who represents Maine in the United States Senate for the term beginning January 3, 2027. Voters will choose between the incumbent senator and challengers from major parties, with the outcome potentially influencing the Senate's partisan balance.

Maine U.S. House District 1 General Election

Incumbent: Chellie Pingree

The Maine U.S. House District 1 General Election is held on November 3, 2026, to elect the representative for Maine's 1st congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives. This district includes coastal and southern Maine, including cities like Portland, Lewiston, and Brunswick. The winner will serve a two-year term in the 120th Congress beginning January 3, 2027.

Maine U.S. House District 2 General Election

Incumbent: Jared Golden

The Maine U.S. House District 2 General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the representative for Maine's 2nd Congressional District. This district covers most of the state's land area, including urban, suburban, and rural regions, and is currently represented by Democrat Jared Golden. The race is expected to be competitive in this historically swing district.

Maine Governor General Election

Incumbent: Janet T. Mills

The 2026 Maine gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of Maine. Voters will choose among candidates to fill the state's highest executive office, with the winner serving a four-year term beginning in January 2027.

Maine Attorney General General Election

Incumbent: Aaron Frey

The 2026 Maine Attorney General General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's Attorney General. This partisan election determines who will serve as the chief legal officer of Maine, responsible for representing the state in legal matters, issuing legal opinions, and overseeing law enforcement.

Maine Secretary of State General Election

Incumbent: Shenna Bellows

The 2026 Maine Secretary of State general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's Secretary of State. This office oversees elections, business filings, and state archives, making it a key administrative position in Maine state government.

Maine State Senate Elections

Incumbent: Troy Jackson

The Maine State Senate elections on November 3, 2026, will determine the composition of the upper chamber of the Maine Legislature. All 35 seats in the State Senate are up for election in this general election, with candidates competing to represent their districts in Augusta.

Maine State House Elections

Incumbent: Rachel Talbot Ross

The 2026 Maine State House Elections will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect all 151 members of the Maine House of Representatives. These seats are up for election every two years, and the winners will serve two-year terms beginning in December 2026.

Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: James C. Pross

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Election in Maine will determine the composition of the five-member board responsible for overseeing county government operations, including budget approval, public works, and administration of county services. The election is held on November 3, 2026, as part of the statewide general election.

Penobscot County Board of Commissioners Election

The Penobscot County Board of Commissioners Election in Maine is scheduled for November 3, 2026, to determine the composition of the county's governing body. Voters will elect commissioners from various districts across Penobscot County, with multiple seats potentially up for election depending on term cycles and vacancies.

Maine Governor Election 2026

The 2026 Maine gubernatorial election includes numerous Republican candidates such as Jonathan Bush, Bobby Charles, David Jones, James Libby, Garrett Mason, Owen McCarthy, Ben Midgley, and Robert J. Wessels, alongside Democratic candidates Shenna Bellows, Troy Dale Jackson, Angus King III, Hannah Pingree, and Nirav Shah, as well as independent candidates Richard Bennett, W. Edward Crockett, John Glowa, Derek Levasseur, and Alexander Murchison. Several candidates have withdrawn from the race. The election will determine Maine's leadership on issues including healthcare, education, and environmental policy.

Portland Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Mark Dion

The Portland mayoral election on November 2, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Portland, Maine. This nonpartisan city-level race is for the city's chief executive office, responsible for overseeing municipal services, budget, and local policy implementation.

Portland City Council Elections

Incumbent: April Fournier

The Portland City Council elections in Maine are scheduled for November 2, 2027, to elect members of the city council, the legislative body responsible for setting local policy, approving the budget, and overseeing city operations in Portland, Maine's largest city. These nonpartisan elections determine representation across the city's districts, with councilors serving four-year terms.

Lewiston Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Carl L. Sheline

The Lewiston Mayoral Election on November 2, 2027, will determine the next mayor of Lewiston, Maine, the state's second-largest city. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing municipal operations, budget implementation, and local policy initiatives in collaboration with the city council.

Lewiston City Council Elections

Incumbent: Daniel Jacques

The Lewiston City Council Elections held on November 2, 2027, determined the composition of the municipal legislative body for Lewiston, Maine. Voters elected members to serve on the city council, which oversees local governance including budgeting, zoning, and public services.

Bangor Mayoral Election

Incumbent: Steven B. Palmer

The Bangor Mayoral Election of 2027 will determine the mayor of Bangor, Maine, the state's third-largest city. The mayor serves as the chief executive officer of the city, overseeing municipal operations, budget, and policy implementation. This nonpartisan election is held on the same day as Maine's general election.

Bangor City Council Elections

Incumbent: Sarah Lynch

The Bangor City Council Elections on November 2, 2027, will determine the composition of the municipal legislative body for Bangor, Maine. Voters will elect members to the City Council, which is responsible for local ordinances, budget approval, and oversight of city services.

Portland School Board Elections

The Portland School Board Elections in Maine will be held on November 2, 2027, to elect members to the Portland Public Schools Board of Education. These nonpartisan seats are responsible for overseeing the city's public school district, including budget approval, policy setting, and superintendent evaluation.

Lewiston School Board Elections

The Lewiston School Board Elections in Maine are scheduled for November 2, 2027, to fill seats on the city's school board responsible for overseeing public education in Lewiston. Voters will elect members to set educational policy, approve budgets, and supervise the school district's administration.

Bangor School Board Elections

The Bangor School Board Elections in Maine will be held on November 2, 2027, to fill seats on the city’s school board. Voters will elect members responsible for overseeing the Bangor School Department, including curriculum, budget, and policy decisions affecting public schools in the city.