Where to vote in California's 2025 special election: Find a vote center or drop box

The last day to register to vote in the Nov. 4 election is Oct. 20.

You can still show up at a polling place and cast a ballot conditionally if you haven’t registered by election day.

1California’s special election is almost here, and there are many ways to cast your ballot.

You can vote by mail, drop your ballot in a box, or show up at a polling place on election day if you forgot to register to vote.

Here’s information on how and where to cast your ballot, according to the state’s secretary of state.

2Check voter registration status

Make sure your voter registration is current by entering your name, date of birth and ID or Social Security number on the secretary of state’s website.

You can register to vote here. The last day to register for the Nov. 4 special election is Oct.