Politics & Government

The Complete Washington Heights-Inwood Guide To The 2026 Election

Uptown residents will have the chance to make their voices heard in elections on Nov. 3.

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY — The 2026 general elections are coming up in New York City, and so are all kinds of important voting deadlines.

Manhattan residents are expected to turn out in big numbers since the race for Governor is at the top of the ballot.

But statewide contests aren’t the only thing at stake. New Yorkers will also be choosing representatives in Congress, the State Assembly and the State Senate.

Find out what's happening in Washington Heights-Inwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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

When Is Election Day?

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, with polling places open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Find your poll site here.

Find out what's happening in Washington Heights-Inwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The early voting period in the city is from Oct. 24 through Nov. 1.

Am I Registered To Vote?

Learn more about how to register here.

Who's on the ballot in Washington Heights and Inwood?

Along with the statewide contests for governor and comptroller, you will also see local races for Congress, the State Senate and the State Assembly.

Below are the candidates for contested races on the ballot uptown. There are several uncontested races as well, but we won't bog you down by listing them (you're welcome).

The candidates who currently hold the office are labeled "incumbent."

Governor

  • Kathy C. Hochul (incumbent) / Adrienne E. Adams (D)
  • Bruce A. Blakeman / Todd Hood (R)

State Comptroller

  • Thomas P. DiNapoli (D, incumbent)
  • Joseph Hernandez (R)

Attorney General

  • Letitia A. James (D, incumbent)
  • Saritha Komatireddy (R)

Representative in Congress - 13th Congressional District

  • Darializa Avila Chevalier (D)
  • Jomo M. Williams (R)

Helpful links

For questions, email Miranda.Levingston@Patch.com.

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