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Key 2024 Voting Dates
- October 24: Deadline to request mail-in ballot
- October 21-November 3: General Election Early Voting
- November 5: General Election Day
Election Day Information
Happy Election Day! Some quick reminders before you head out to the polls:
- You MUST vote at your assigned precinct on Election Day! Not sure where to go? Find your Alachua County Election Day Precinct!
- Don’t forget to bring your photo and signature ID (all acceptable forms listed below).
- Polls are open from 7AM – 7PM. You just have to be in line by 7PM, so make sure you wait to make your voice heard.
- Who you vote for is a secret! The only way anyone knows who you vote for is if you tell them.
- We are hosting an election night watch party from 6-8PM here in the Pugh Hall Ocora with free food and a panel of experts.
Did You Know?
If you are a UF student, you can decide to register to vote and cast your vote either here at UF, or your family’s address back home. Updating your Florida registration to vote in the Gainesville community will not affect your federal financial aid, status as a dependent on your parents’ taxes, or tuition status. You can update your address at the early voting locations listed above, or call the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections Office at 352-374-5252.
Early Voting Times & Locations
Early Voting will take place between October 21 and November 3. The following early voting locations will be open during Early Voting from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. During early voting, voters registered in Alachua County can vote at any of the locations below. However, on Election Day, voters must vote at their assigned polling place.
Want to vote on November 5? Find your Alachua County Election Day Precinct!
If you are already a registered Florida voter, and would like to update your address to Alachua County, please visit the Florida Division of Elections Website.
- Reitz Union Career Connections Center, 655 Reitz Union Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611
- Supervisor of Elections Office, 515 North Main Street, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
- Tower Road Branch Library, 3020 SW 75th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, 23100 W Newberry Rd, Newberry, FL 32669
- Legacy Park Multipurpose Center,15400 Peggy Road, Alachua, FL 32615
- Hawthorne Community Center, 6700 SE 221st St, Hawthorne, FL 32640
- Santa Fe College, S-029, 3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606
What to Bring
Be sure to bring your picture and signature ID to the polls with
you. Acceptable forms of identification:
- Florida Driver’s License
- Florida ID Card issued by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
- U.S. Passport
- Debit/Credit Card
- Military ID
- Student ID
- Retirement Center ID
- Neighborhood Association ID
- Public Assistance ID (Social Security or Other Social Services)
- Veteran’s Health ID Issued by the VA
- Florida Concealed Weapon License
- Employee ID issued by any branch, department, agency, or entity of the Federal Government, the state, a county, or a municipality
Make Sure Your Voice is Heard in the 2024 Election
Voting for the first time is a powerful step in shaping your future, and we’re here to make it easy. At Gators Vote, we understand that the process can seem daunting, but you’re not alone. Whether you need help updating your registration, understanding your ballot, or finding your polling place, we’ve got your back. Together, we’ll make sure you’re ready to vote with confidence and make your voice heard in Election 2024.
Get help with Voter Registration for the next election!
Enroll in TurboVote for important election reminders. Did you know that receiving a text message or email reminder makes you more likely to vote? Sign up for reminders and ensure your voice is heard in EVERY election. Read More About How Reminders Help You Vote!
Research the Candidates: Use helpful websites like Vote411 and Ballotpedia to get information about candidates and issues!
Make sure you’re #VoteReady. Visit the UF Election Guide for help answering your election questions.
Need more help? Our partners at Campus Vote Project provide this handy Florida student voting guide.
We Won the Voter Challenge!
The University of Florida triumphed in this year’s TurboVote voter registration challenge, defeating the Tennessee Volunteers! UF registered 1,851 individuals in TurboVote’s election reminder service, compared to Tennessee’s 1,224, contributing to a combined total of 3,075 new voters or election reminder sign-ups.
Both schools demonstrated outstanding civic spirit, and we should all be proud of this exceptional effort to boost voter engagement. But let’s not forget: the Gators chomped Tennessee in the process! This friendly rivalry shows just how powerful student involvement can be in shaping the future. Thank you to everyone who participated—your voices matter! Go Gators!
Additional Info
Questions? The Bob Graham Center is here to help make sure you can vote with confidence in this and every election. Contact the Center’s Civic Engagement Coordinator, Dr. Teresa Cornacchione by email or phone at 352-273-1088. We also highly recommend you contact your local Supervisor of Elections office for specific questions regarding your voter registration or mail-in ballot status.