Important Information for Voting in James City County
Important Information for Early Voting (began Friday, March 6, 2026) and April 21, 2026 Special Election in James City County
Important Information for Early Voting and Election Day
April 21, 2026 Special Election
Notice: The state of Virginia, including James City County, is having a special election that will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 with Early Voting beginning on Friday, March 6, 2026. The ballot will consist only of a single proposed amendment that voters may vote “Yes” or “No” on.
Early Voting
Monday – Friday, March 6 – April 17, 2026: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 & April 18, 2026: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Office of Elections, 4095 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg VA 23188
Please note that if you would like to vote in person during the Early Voting period, you can only cast your vote at the designated Vote Center located at the Office of Elections, 4095 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg VA 23188. This is the sole in-person voting location available during this period for all residents of James City County.
Election Day Voting
Election Day Voting Hours: 6 a.m. – 7 p.m.
If you choose to vote in person on Election Day, you must vote at your assigned polling place. The locations are tailored to your home precinct to facilitate your voting process. Please check your voter registration card or use the online voter portal to locate your designated polling site.
Ballot Drop Off Stations
The ballot drop off station will be open during the Early Voting period.
Monday – Friday, March 6 – April 17, 2026: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 & April 18, 2026: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ballot Question
Question: Should the Constitution of Virginia be amended to allow the General Assembly to temporarily adopt new congressional districts to restore fairness in the upcoming elections, while ensuring Virginia’s standard redistricting process resumes for all future redistricting after the 2030 census? More information on the proposed amendment can be found on the Virginia Department of Elections website by clicking this link: Virginia Dept. of Elections: Proposed Amendment for April 2026 Special Election
James City County Office of Elections
4095 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Visit James City County Election Information page here
James City County Office of Elections
4095 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188
If you live in the City of Williamsburg here is a post on voting in the City.
If you live in York County here is their election page
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