Town of Westwood, MA
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State Primary Election Information
Election Date: September 1, 2026
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How to Vote
1. Vote by Mail
Deadline to Submit Application: August 25 at 5 PM
- How to Apply:
- Online: Apply here
- By Mail: Download and print the application here
- In Person: Visit the Town Clerk's Office to apply.
- Return Ballots by Mail,In Person or Ballot Drop Box
Return Your Ballot:
- By Mail: Return your ballot using the postage-paid return envelope provided.
- In Person: Deliver your ballot to the Town Clerk's Office, 580 High Street, Westwood, MA.
- Ballot Drop Box: Deposit your ballot in the secure ballot drop box located at the Westwood Police Station, 588 High Street, Westwood, MA.
2. In-Person Early Voting
- Location: Jaillet Meeting Room, Westwood Police Station, 588 High Street, Westwood, MA
- Early Voting Schedule:
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Date |
Hours |
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Saturday, August 22 |
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Monday, August 24 |
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Tuesday, August 25 |
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Wednesday, August 26 |
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Thursday, August 27 |
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Friday, August 28 |
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
- Important Reminder: If you vote early in person, your ballot is considered cast, and you will not be eligible to vote by mail or in person at the polls on Election Day.
3. In-Person Absentee Voting
- Eligibility: Click here to determine if you are eligible to vote absentee in person.
- Appointment required:If you are eligible, please schedule an appointment with the Town Clerk's Office.
- Deadline: 12:00 PM (Noon) on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the Town Clerk's Office.
4. Vote on Election Day
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Polling Location: Westwood High School Gymnasium
200 Nahatan Street, Westwood, MA
Polling Hours: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
All five Westwood precincts will vote at the Westwood High School Gymnasium. If you have not already voted by mail, during Early Voting, or by absentee ballot, you may vote in person on Election Day during polling hours.
Important Links:
- Check Your Voter Status: Click here to verify your registration status
- Register to vote here
- Find my Polling Place:Visit the Secretary of State's website
- Voters with Disabilities: Visit the Secretary of State's website
- Military & Overseas Voters: Visit the Secretary of State's website
Key Deadlines:
- Last Day to Register to Vote: August 22, 2026
- Vote by Mail Application Deadline: August 25 at 5 PM
- In-Person Absentee Application Deadline: August 31 at 12 PM
- Deadline to Return All Ballots: September 1 by 8 PM