Election Schedule

The following is a schedule for when elections are held in Bergen County organized by the type of election.

General Elections

Held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November to elect various National, State, County and Municipal officials. Polls are open from 6am until 8pm.

Primary Elections

Held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in June. The Primary Election is held to nominate party Candidates for the General Election. Polls are open from 6am until 8pm.

Non-Partisan Elections

Held on the 2nd Tuesday in May.

School Board Elections

Held annually on the 3rd Tuesday in April. These are non-partisan elections to elect members to the Board of Education and to approve proposed school budgets. Only registered voters may participate in school board elections. Polling hours may vary by school district. All polls are required to be open between 4pm and 8pm. Polling times are printed on your sample ballot. You may also check with your local school board.

Special School Elections

May be held on the 4th Tuesday in January, the 2nd Tuesday in March, the last Tuesday in September and the 2nd Tuesday in December.