Buncombe County -- October 5, 2026: Buncombe County residents can prepare for the 2026 general election with early voting available at 13 locations across the county. Early voting runs from Thursday, Oct. 15, through Saturday, Oct. 31, ending at 3 p.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026.
The county’s 13-site network includes Wesley Grant Southside Center in place of the Board of Elections office. During early voting, Buncombe County voters may cast their ballot at any of the 13 locations.
Early Voting Locations
Bee Tree Fire Station — 510 Bee Tree Road, Swannanoa
Black Mountain Library — 105 N. Dougherty Street, Black Mountain
East Asheville Library — 3 Avon Road, Asheville
Enka-Candler Library — 1404 Sand Hill Road, Candler
Fairview Library — 1 Taylor Road, Fairview
Friendship Center — 142 Shiloh Road, Asheville
Leicester Community Center — 2979 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
North Asheville Library — 1030 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville
South Buncombe Library — 260 Overlook Road, Asheville
Upper Hominy Fire Station — 1795 Pisgah Highway, Candler
Weaverville Community Center — 60 Lakeshore Drive, Weaverville
Wesley Grant Southside Center — 285 Livingston Street, Asheville
West Asheville Library — 942 Haywood Road, Asheville
Early Voter Voting Hours
All 13 sites follow the same schedule:
Thursday, Oct. 15–Friday, Oct. 16: 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 17: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18: Closed
Monday, Oct. 19–Friday, Oct. 23: 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24–Sunday, Oct. 25: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 26–Friday, Oct. 30: 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 31: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
These locations and hours match Buncombe County’s currently published 2026 general election schedule. View the official county schedule.
Key Information for Voters
Same-day registration: Eligible residents who are not registered in Buncombe County may register and vote at any county early voting site. They must attest to their eligibility and provide proof of residence. Registered voters may also update their name or address within the county during early voting.
Photo identification: Voters will be asked to show an acceptable photo ID. A qualifying North Carolina driver’s license showing the voter’s current address can serve as both photo ID and proof of residence for same-day registration. Voters unable to present an acceptable photo ID may vote provisionally and complete a Photo ID Exception Form explaining a qualifying reason. Review the state’s registration requirements and photo ID guidance.
Accessibility: Curbside voting is available at all voting locations during early voting and on Election Day for eligible voters unable to enter because of age or disability. Voters with accommodation questions may contact Buncombe County Election Services at 828-250-4200.
Election Day: Voters who wait until Tuesday, Nov. 3, must vote at their assigned polling place. Election Day polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Find additional county election information.