Harris County and Hays County hold 2026 elections

Voters in Texas are participating in the 2026 general and special elections. In Harris County, including Houston, hundreds of vote centers are open to registered voters from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Harris County utilizes a countywide voting system, allowing residents to cast ballots at any open location regardless of their specific precinct.

Shell Energy Stadium is serving as a designated vote center in East Downtown, with voting taking place inside the Jameson Club. The venue is providing free parking and curbside voting options to assist community members.

In Hays County, unofficial early voting results have been released for several local offices. These results include races for District Attorney, County Judge, and various judicial and commissioner positions. All results remain unofficial until they are formally canvassed.