Qualifying Period for All 2026 Candidates
March 2–6, 2026
(Conducted by the Georgia Secretary of State at the State Capitol.)
Special Election
March 17, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 17, 2026
Special Election Runoff (if required)
April 14, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 17, 2026
General Primary / Nonpartisan Election
May 19, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026
General Primary / Nonpartisan Runoff
June 16, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 20, 2026
General Election / Special Election
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026
General Election / Special Election Runoff
December 1, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026