The Complete UES Guide To The 2026 Primary Election

UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — The 2026 primary elections are coming up this month in New York City, and so are all kinds of important voting deadlines.

Upper East Siders are expected to turn out in big numbers since the race for Congressman Jerry Nadler's seat is at the top of the ballot.

But House contests aren’t the only thing at stake. Upper East Siders will also be weighing in on the State Comptroller, as well as choosing leaders for the State Assembly.

Here’s a breakdown of what Upper East Side voters should know heading into Election Day.

Can I still register to vote?

Yes, but do it soon — the voter registration deadline is coming up on June 13. If you need to change your address to register for the election, the deadline to do so is June 8.

What about getting a mail-in ballot?

If you are registered and want to apply for a mail-in ballot, your application must be received by the Board of Elections no later than June 13 as well.

Applications for a mail-in ballot are online, but you also have until June 22 to go to 200 Varick Street, 10 Fl, New York, NY 10014, to request a mail-in ballot in person.

Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by June 23.

When is early voting?

Early voting will take place from June 13 through June 21. Here's where to vote early.

When Is Election Day?

Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 23, with polling places open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Find your poll site here.

Who's on the ballot on the Upper East Side?

Along with the Congressional contest, you will also see the race for the state's Comptroller.

If you live in the northern-most sliver of the neighborhood, you'll also see a race for the State Assembly.

Here are the candidates for races on the ballot on the Upper East Side. The candidates who currently hold the office are labeled "incumbent."

State Comptroller

• Thomas P. DiNapoli (incumbent)
• Drew Warshaw
• Raj Goyle

Representative in Congress - 12th Congressional District

• Nina Schwalbe
• Patrick Timmins
• Chris Diep
• George Conway
• Laura Dunn
• Micah C. Lasher
• Alex Bores
• Jack Kennedy Schlossberg

Member of the Assembly - 68th Assembly District

• Diana I. Ayala
• Edward Gibbs (Incumbent)
• Tamika Mapp

• William Smith

Helpful links

• Check your voter registration
• View your sample ballot and find your Election Day polling location

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