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ELECTION DAY 2026

Is Election Day a Holiday?

What is open and closed on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

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§ 1 · WHAT'S OPEN

Not a Federal Holiday

Election Day is a regular workday under federal law. Federal offices stay open.

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§ 2 · WHAT'S OPEN

Mail and Banks: Open

The Postal Service delivers mail and banks are open on Nov. 3.

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§ 3 · WHAT'S OPEN

Stock Market: Open

NYSE and Nasdaq trade on their regular schedule.

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§ 4 · WHAT'S OPEN

Schools: It Depends

Some districts close because schools are used as polling places. Check yours.

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§ 5 · WHAT'S OPEN

Time Off to Vote

Many states require employers to give time off to vote. Check your state rules.

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Thanks for Reading

What is open, what may close and how to make time to vote, in our full guide.

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