KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Kenosha County residents who want to avoid the crowds and potential lines on Election Day will have an opportunity to cast their ballots early beginning Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Kenosha County Clerk Regi Waligora announced Friday that in-person absentee voting for the November 3 General Election will be available at municipal clerks’ offices throughout the county through Friday, October 30. Voters will have different hours and locations depending on where they live, and several municipalities are offering extended hours to accommodate residents who cannot vote during the traditional workday.
“In-person absentee voting provides a convenient opportunity for people to cast their ballots early, avoiding possible lines on Election Day,” Waligora said. “Be sure to bring your photo ID. Our municipal clerks work hard to make this experience efficient and secure.”
Wisconsin voters do not need to provide a reason for voting absentee, and anyone who is eligible to vote can take advantage of early in-person voting. Residents must vote at the designated location in the municipality where they reside, rather than simply choosing whichever voting location is most convenient. A valid photo ID is required, and residents who are not registered at their current address can register at their municipal clerk’s office before casting their ballot.
Important Voting Deadlines
The General Election is Tuesday, November 3, and polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. throughout Wisconsin. Early in-person absentee voting begins Tuesday, October 20, and concludes Friday, October 30. There will be no in-person absentee voting on Monday, November 2, the day before the election.
Friday, October 30, is also the final day voters can register at their municipal clerk’s office before Election Day. Residents who miss that deadline can still register at their designated polling place on November 3, provided they bring the necessary documentation.
For residents who prefer to vote by mail, the deadline to request an absentee ballot is 5 p.m. Thursday, October 29, for most voters. However, election officials strongly recommend submitting requests well before that deadline because of potential postal delays. The United States Postal Service and Wisconsin Elections Commission recommend mailing completed absentee ballots by October 24 or earlier to help ensure they arrive on time.
“I strongly encourage people who plan to vote by mail to act soon,” Waligora said. “Completed ballots that are not in the hands of the municipal clerks’ offices when the polls close on Election Day will not be counted.”
Completed absentee ballots must be received by the appropriate municipal clerk no later than 8 p.m. on Election Day. Simply having a ballot postmarked by November 3 is not sufficient. Voters may also return completed ballots directly to their municipal clerk’s office during normal business hours.
Where To Vote Early In Kenosha County
The following are the official in-person absentee voting locations and hours released by the Kenosha County Clerk’s Office for all 12 municipalities in the county.
City of Kenosha
City of Kenosha residents can vote early at the Kenosha Municipal Building, 625 52nd Street. Voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on October 20, October 22-23, October 26-27 and October 29. Extended hours will be offered on Wednesday, October 21, and Wednesday, October 28, when voting will remain open until 7 p.m. On Friday, October 30, voting will be available from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Residents with questions can contact City Clerk Michelle L. Nelson’s office at 262-653-4020.
Village of Pleasant Prairie
Pleasant Prairie residents can vote at the Village Hall Courtroom, 9915 39th Avenue. Early voting hours will be 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On the final day, Friday, October 30, voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents may contact Village Clerk Jane Snell’s office at 262-694-1400.
Village of Salem Lakes
Salem Lakes residents can cast their early ballots at Salem Lakes Village Hall, 9814 Antioch Road. Voting will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On Friday, October 30, hours will be extended until 5 p.m., beginning at 9 a.m. Residents can contact Village Clerk Sara Spencer’s office at 262-843-2313.
Village of Bristol
Bristol residents can vote at Bristol Village Hall, 19801 83rd Street. Voting hours will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On Friday, October 30, the village will offer extended hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents may contact Village Clerk Renee Brickner’s office at 262-857-2368.
Village of Paddock Lake
Paddock Lake residents can vote at Paddock Lake Village Hall, 6969 236th Avenue. Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. The final day of early voting, Friday, October 30, will feature extended hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents may contact Village Clerk Michelle Shramek’s office at 262-843-2713.
Village of Twin Lakes
Twin Lakes residents can vote at Twin Lakes Village Hall, 105 East Main Street. Voting hours will be 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On Friday, October 30, the village will remain open for early voting until 5 p.m. Residents can contact Village Clerk Sabrina Waswo’s office at 262-877-2858.
Village and Town of Somers
Residents of both the Village and Town of Somers can cast their ballots at the Somers Village/Town Hall, 7511 12th Street. Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On Friday, October 30, voting will continue from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents may contact Clerk Wendy Burnette’s office at 262-859-2822.
Town of Wheatland
Wheatland residents can vote at Wheatland Town Hall, 34315 Geneva Road in New Munster. The town will offer early voting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Friday, October 26-30. Wheatland is offering some of the longest daily early voting hours in Kenosha County. Residents can contact Town Clerk Katie Sweatman’s office at 262-537-4340.
Town of Randall
Randall residents can vote at Randall Town Hall, 34530 Bassett Road. Voting hours will be 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Thursday, October 26-29. On Friday, October 30, voting will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents should be aware that the town office closes daily from noon until 1 p.m. Residents can contact Town Clerk Roxanne Johnson’s office at 262-877-2165.
Town of Brighton
Brighton residents can vote at Brighton Town Hall, 25000 Burlington Road in Kansasville. Unlike most other municipalities, Brighton has varying voting hours throughout the early voting period. Voting will be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 20 and 27; noon to 4 p.m. on October 21 and 28; 8 a.m. to noon on October 22 and 29; and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26. Voting on Friday, October 30, will be by appointment only. Residents should contact Town Clerk Carolyn DeBell’s office at 262-878-2218 for additional information.
Town of Paris
Paris residents can vote at Paris Town Hall, 16607 Burlington Road in Union Grove. Early voting will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, Wednesday, October 21, and Friday, October 23. The town will also offer voting from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28. On Friday, October 30, voting will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents can contact Town Clerk Emilie Gastaldi’s office at 262-859-3006.
Village of Genoa City
Genoa City residents can vote at Genoa City Village Hall, 755 Fellows Road. Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, October 20-23, and Monday through Friday, October 26-30. On Friday, October 30, residents may also arrange an appointment to vote between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Residents can contact Village Clerk Jackie Petritis’s office at 262-279-6472.
Who Is Eligible To Vote?
Wisconsin residents must be United States citizens, at least 18 years old on Election Day, and have resided at their current voting address for at least 28 consecutive days before the election to meet the residency requirement described by the County Clerk’s Office. Voters must also be properly registered and provide an acceptable photo ID when voting.
Residents who have moved or changed their names since they last registered will need to update their voter registration. Those registering or updating their registration should contact their municipal clerk to determine which documents are necessary, including acceptable proof of residence.
Voters who are indefinitely confined because of age, illness, infirmity or disability may qualify for special absentee voting provisions, including certain exceptions to photo identification requirements. Special application deadlines and procedures may also apply to military voters, hospitalized voters and individuals serving as sequestered jurors.
How To Check Your Registration, Find Your Polling Place And Track Your Ballot
Wisconsin voters can visit the state’s official election website, MyVote Wisconsin, to verify their voter registration, update their information, locate their Election Day polling place, review a sample ballot, request an absentee ballot or track the status of a previously requested ballot.
Waligora’s office is encouraging residents to plan ahead, particularly those voting by mail, to ensure their ballots are received before the Election Day deadline. Residents with additional questions can contact their local municipal clerk or the Kenosha County Clerk’s Office at 262-653-2552. The General Election will take place Tuesday, November 3, with polls closing at 8 p.m. across Wisconsin.
