Early voting in Okaloosa County, Florida: dates, hours and locations
Early voting in Okaloosa County runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 5 sites. Hours: every day, including the weekends, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Registered Okaloosa County voters can vote at any early voting site in the county.
Where to vote early
- Destin Community Center
- Niceville City Hall
- County Administration Building
- Crestview Library
- Supervisor of Elections office
Early voting hours
From Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31: every day, including the weekends, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.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
Okaloosa County Supervisor of Elections, 302 N. Wilson St., Suite 102, Crestview, FL 32536, (850) 689-5600.
Find your Election Day polling place.
Questions voters ask
When does early voting start in Okaloosa County, Florida?
Early voting in Okaloosa County runs from Monday, Oct. 19, through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 5 sites. Hours: every day, including the weekends, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
What are the early voting hours in Okaloosa County?
Early voting sites in Okaloosa County are open every day, including the weekends, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where can I vote early in Destin?
In Destin, you can vote early at Destin Community Center (101 Stahlman Ave., Destin). Registered Okaloosa County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Niceville?
In Niceville, you can vote early at Niceville City Hall (208 Partin Dr., Niceville). Registered Okaloosa County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Shalimar?
In Shalimar, you can vote early at County Administration Building (1250 N. Eglin Pkwy., Shalimar). Registered Okaloosa County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
Where can I vote early in Crestview?
In Crestview, you can vote early at Crestview Library (1445 Commerce Dr., Crestview) and Supervisor of Elections office (302 N. Wilson St., Crestview). Registered Okaloosa County voters can use any early voting site in the county.
What is the deadline to request a mail ballot in Okaloosa 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 Okaloosa 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 Okaloosa 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.