The City of Worcester is holding a Preliminary Election today, September 2. This election will narrow down the candidates for City Councilor-at-Large and School Committee District E. Early voting has already begun. If you did not vote during the early voting days, head to the polls now!
Strengthen your voting muscles by exercising your right to vote – it’s a good habit!
The polls will be open today, September 2nd, until 8 pm. You must vote at your assigned polling location. Check your registration status and confirm where you vote at this webpage: https://www1.worcesterma.gov/applications/where_do_i_vote
Here is a list of candidates that will appear on the Worcester ballot.
Other city municipalities are holding preliminary elections at this time. For information about your community, go to the Secretary of State webpage for upcoming elections: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/recent-updates/upcoming-elections.htm
These are recent media articles that include a few additional details about the preliminary election: https://www.telegram.com/story/news/politics/elections/2025/08/19/what-you-need-to-know-preliminary-election-in-worcester-nears/85714472007/ and
https://patch.com/massachusetts/worcester/what-know-you-vote#webview=1
In local elections, even 1 vote can make a difference in the outcome. Your local representatives make decisions that impact you where you live and about your community. Your vote helps decide who will stand up for you.
Be prepared for the Municipal General Election to be held November 4th. If you missed the deadline for the Preliminary Election or are planning to move in the next month, the deadline to be registered for the General Election will be Saturday, October 25th.
Learn more about the candidates. Here are the dates for upcoming candidate debates to be held at Mechanics Hall on Wednesday evenings, September 24 to October 29 at 7 PM.
Make your voice heard. Flex your voting muscle. Be part of our democratic process.
Prepared by the UUCW Get Out the Vote Team, 8/30/25