Early voting in Bay County, Florida: dates, hours and locations
Early voting in Bay County runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 8 sites. Hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the main elections office opens at 8:30 a.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Registered Bay County voters can vote at any early voting site in the county.
Where to vote early
- Supervisor of Elections Office
- Frank Brown Park Community Center
- Lyndell Conference Center
- Frank Nelson Building
- MLK Jr. Recreation Center
- Palo Alto Church of Christ
- Lynn Haven Senior Center
- Parker Community Center
Early voting hours
From Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31: every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the main elections office opens at 8:30 a.m.
Key dates and deadlines
| Early voting | Oct. 19-31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Mail ballot request | 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, is the deadline for the Supervisor of Elections to receive a request to mail you a ballot. |
| Mail ballot return | Your mail ballot must reach the Supervisor of Elections by 7 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3. A postmark is not enough. You can also drop it off at the elections office or at an early voting site while early voting is open. |
| Election Day | Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time, at your assigned polling place. |
| Registration | The deadline to register for the Nov. 3 election was Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. Florida does not offer same-day registration. |
What to bring
Bring a current photo ID with your signature, such as a Florida driver license or ID card, U.S. passport, military ID or student ID. If one ID lacks a signature, bring a second one that has it.
Contact and polling place lookup
Bay County Supervisor of Elections, 830 W. 11th St., Panama City, FL 32401, (850) 784-6100.
Questions voters ask
When does early voting start in Bay County, Florida?
Early voting in Bay County runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 8 sites. Hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the main elections office opens at 8:30 a.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
What are the early voting hours in Bay County?
Early voting sites in Bay County are open every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; the main elections office opens at 8:30 a.m.
Where can I vote early in Panama City?
In Panama City, you can vote early at Supervisor of Elections Office (830 W. 11th St., Panama City, FL 32401), Frank Nelson Building (4201 W. 22nd St., Panama City, FL 32405), MLK Jr. Recreation Center (705 E. 14th Ct., Panama City, FL 32401), and Palo Alto Church of Christ (3119 N. Hwy. 231, Panama City, FL 32405). Registered Bay County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Panama City Beach?
In Panama City Beach, you can vote early at Frank Brown Park Community Center (16200 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, FL 32413) and Lyndell Conference Center (423 Lyndell Lane, Panama City Beach, FL 32413). Registered Bay County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Lynn Haven?
In Lynn Haven, you can vote early at Lynn Haven Senior Center (905 Pennsylvania Ave., Lynn Haven, FL 32444). Registered Bay County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Parker?
In Parker, you can vote early at Parker Community Center (935 W. Park St., Panama City, FL 32404). Registered Bay County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
What is the deadline to request a mail ballot in Bay County?
5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, is the deadline for the Supervisor of Elections to receive a request to mail you a ballot. Your mail ballot must reach the Supervisor of Elections by 7 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3. A postmark is not enough. You can also drop it off at the elections office or at an early voting site while early voting is open.
What time do polls open on Election Day in Bay County?
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. On Election Day you must vote at your assigned polling place.
Can I still register to vote in Bay County?
The deadline to register for the Nov. 3 election was Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. Florida does not offer same-day registration.
What ID do I need to vote in Florida?
Bring a current photo ID with your signature, such as a Florida driver license or ID card, U.S. passport, military ID or student ID. If one ID lacks a signature, bring a second one that has it.