Politics & Government
The Complete Hell's Kitchen Guide To The 2026 Primary Election
New Yorkers will have the chance to make their voices heard in elections on June 23, but early voting starts June 13.
HELL'S KITCHEN, NY — The 2026 primary elections are coming up this month in New York City, and so are all kinds of important voting deadlines.
Hell's Kitchen residents are expected to turn out in big numbers since the race for the neighborhood's representative in Congress is at the top of the ballot.
But House contests aren’t the only thing at stake. Hell's Kitchen residents will also be weighing in on the State Comptroller, as well as choosing leaders for City Council.
Find out what's happening in Midtown-Hell's Kitchenfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Here’s a breakdown of what 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.
Find out what's happening in Midtown-Hell's Kitchenfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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 in Washington Heights?
Along with the Congressional contest, you will also see the race for the state's Comptroller, and races for the State Assembly.
Here are the candidates for races on the ballot in Washington Heights. 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 City Council - 3rd Council District
- Lindsey Boylan
- Leslie Boghosian Murphy
- Layla Law-Gisiko
- Carl Wilson (incumbent)
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