Election
Our department directs all municipal, state, and federal elections within Boston. As part of our work, we also register voters, conduct an annual census, and educate the public on voting.
NEXT ELECTION: Municipal Election, November 2
For the Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 2, the early voting period starts on Saturday, October 23, and runs through Friday, October 29. Before you vote, see what's on the ballot. All registered Boston voters also have the option to vote by mail. Applications to request a vote-by-mail ballot must be received by Wednesday, October 27. You can check your voter status online.
Contact
1 City Hall Square, Room 241
Boston, MA
02201
Office hours
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2021 election information
Certified list of candidates in ballot order for Municipal Election
View the certified list of candidates in ballot order and three ballot questions for the November 2 election.
City of Boston Municipal Election ballot questions
You can preview the ballot questions for the Municipal Election on November 2, 2021. We also have translations in 11 languages.
Early voting in Boston
For the Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 2, the early voting period starts on Saturday, October 23, and runs through Friday, October 29.
Vote by mail
All registered Boston voters can vote by mail in the 2021 Municipal Elections. Aside from mailing your ballot, you can also drop your ballot off at any City of Boston drop box up until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Accessible voting by mail
Boston voters with print or visual impairments may now request, receive, and return an accessible electronic absentee ballot.
Municipal Election polling locations
View the 255 precinct polling locations in the City of Boston.
Download the 2021 Election calendar
View dates related to the Municipal Elections this year.
Unofficial election results
We have unofficial results from the Preliminary Municipal Election on Tuesday, September 14:
Special State Election
First Suffolk and Middlesex Senate District
Election resources
Add your name to our annual census
How to register to vote
2021 Election Calendar for voters and candidates
How to vote by absentee ballot
Check your voter registration status
Find your polling location
How to run for municipal office
How to apply to become a poll worker
Who is my city councilor?
State and City election results
More Election information
More info
Boston Election Commission
Massachusetts Office of Campaign and Political Finance
Secretary Of State Election Division
State and City election results
Boston Electoral Maps
Municipal Election: Polling Location Book (November 2, 2021)
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Guide to voting in Boston
Get information on your voting location, election results, and more.
