KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha has released details for absentee voting and other important deadlines ahead of the April 7, 2026 Spring Election, including expanded hours for in-person absentee voting at City Hall.

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According to the City Clerk’s Office, voters will be able to cast absentee ballots in person at Kenosha City Hall, 625 52nd Street, beginning March 24. Voting will take place in Room 104 during regular business hours on most days, with extended evening hours offered on March 25 and April 1.

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In-person absentee voting hours are scheduled as follows:

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• March 24 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• March 25 – 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• March 26 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• March 27 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• March 30 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• March 31 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• April 1 – 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• April 2 – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• April 3 – 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

City officials note that City Hall will remain open on Good Friday, April 3, specifically for voting purposes.

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Residents who prefer to vote absentee by mail can request a ballot by contacting the City Clerk’s Office, submitting a request online through MyVote.WI.Gov, or emailing the clerk’s office. Requests must include the voter’s name, address, mailing address if different, and a copy of photo identification when required.

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The deadline to request a mailed absentee ballot is 5:00 p.m. on April 2, the Thursday before Election Day, unless the voter qualifies for special status such as being indefinitely confined or serving in the military.

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Voted absentee ballots must be returned to the City Clerk’s Office by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Officials emphasized that ballots cannot be dropped off at polling places on Election Day and should not be placed in utility payment drop boxes.

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Polls on Election Day will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Voters can confirm their polling location and track absentee ballot requests through the state’s MyVote website.

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City officials also warned residents about election-related mailings sent by outside organizations encouraging absentee ballot requests. While such mailings are legal, the clerk’s office said voters should look for the official election mail logo to confirm a mailing came from an election authority.

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