Johnstown voters will participate in the Primary Election on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, followed by the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
To register, update voter registration, or track ballot status, visit GoVoteColorado.gov.
This information is based on official sources from the Colorado Secretary of State, Weld County Clerk and Recorder, and Larimer County Clerk and Recorder. Voters should verify the most current details directly with their county clerk or GoVoteColorado.gov, as election information and operational details may be updated.
Key Dates for the June 30, 2026 Primary
Ballots mailed: Around June 8, 2026, to active registered voters.
Voter registration deadline to automatically receive a mail ballot: June 22, 2026, online or by mail.
Early voting / Voter Service and Polling Centers open: Starting June 22, 2026.
Recommended mailing cutoff for mail ballots: June 22, 2026, to help ensure timely delivery.
Election Day: Tuesday, June 30, 2026. All ballots must be received, not postmarked, by the county clerk by 7:00 p.m.
General Election dates follow a similar schedule in October and November. Voters should check their county clerk’s office for exact details.
Johnstown Voters Should Check Their County
Johnstown is a home rule municipality located in both Weld County and Larimer County. Voters should determine which county they reside in, as elections are administered by the respective county clerks.
Most of Johnstown falls in Weld County, but residents in the Larimer County portion should follow Larimer County election procedures.
Voting Methods
Colorado voters may vote by mail ballot or in person at a Voter Service and Polling Center.
Mail Ballot
Active registered voters receive a ballot by mail starting around June 8.
Voters may return their completed ballot by postage-paid mail, secure ballot drop box, or in-person delivery at a Voter Service and Polling Center.
Ballots must be received (not just postmarked) by the county clerk by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day.
In-Person Voting
Voters may cast their ballot in person at a Voter Service and Polling Center.
Early in-person voting begins June 22, 2026. On Election Day, June 30, centers are open from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Voters may visit any Voter Service and Polling Center in their county. Voters who received a mail ballot may surrender it and vote in person instead. Same-day voter registration and party affiliation changes are available at Voter Service and Polling Centers.
Important Rules for Unaffiliated Voters
Unaffiliated voters should carefully follow the instructions included with their ballot.
Unaffiliated voters receive ballots for both major parties, Democratic and Republican, but only one ballot may be returned. Returning more than one party ballot may cause the ballot to be rejected.
Unaffiliated voters may also change their party affiliation or select a specific ballot at a Voter Service and Polling Center up until Election Day.
Voter Eligibility
To vote in Colorado, voters must be:
- A U.S. citizen.
- At least 18 years old on or before Election Day. Residents age 16 and older may pre-register.
- A resident of Colorado for at least 22 days before the election.
- Not currently serving a felony sentence, including detention, confinement, or parole.
Helpful Resources
For Weld County Residents
Check or update registration and track ballot status: GoVoteColorado.gov
Weld County election information, drop box locations, and Voter Service and Polling Centers: Weld County Clerk and Recorder Elections Department
For Larimer County Residents
Check or update registration and track ballot status: GoVoteColorado.gov
Larimer County election information and vote center locations: Larimer County Clerk and Recorder Elections
Larimer County vote center and ballot drop box information: VoteLarimer Where to Vote
Final Reminder
Ballots must be received, not postmarked, by the county clerk by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day. Signature verification is used for mail ballots.
Voters should confirm the most current information through GoVoteColorado.gov, Weld County Elections, or Larimer County Elections before voting.
