When is the next US presidential election?
The next United States presidential election is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2028. This live countdown shows the days, hours, minutes and seconds remaining until Election Day begins.
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About the 2028 US presidential election
Why is Election Day on November 7 in 2028?
US presidential elections take place every four years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. In 2028, that Tuesday falls on November 7. The date is confirmed by USAGov’s presidential election guide.
What time does the election countdown end?
The countdown ends at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 7, 2028 (05:00 UTC). It marks the start of the calendar day, not the opening or closing of polling places or the announcement of results.
THE ROAD TO ELECTION DAY
2028 presidential election timeline
Election Day is confirmed. The seasonal windows below describe the typical presidential election cycle. See the election calendar for verified party announcements.
- Typically January–June
Primaries and caucuses
States and parties choose delegates. Dates and participation rules vary.
- Typically July–early September
Nominating conventions
Parties select their presidential nominees.
Election Day
Voters participate in the presidential general election. Polling hours depend on location.
- December, then January
Electoral votes and inauguration
Electors vote in December; Congress counts the votes in January. Inauguration Day is January 20.
Source: USAGov’s presidential election process. Checked October 1, 2026.
Plan around your state’s dates
Early voting, registration deadlines, and voting by mail have their own schedules. This countdown and calendar download mark Election Day only.
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