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HOW TO VOTEIN WILL COUNTY

Everything you need for the April 6, 2027 Illinois Consolidated Election—registration, early voting, vote by mail, Election Day and trusted official links.

A consolidated election is Illinois’s odd-year local election. It covers local offices such as township, municipal (mayor, clerk, trustees or alderpersons), school board, park district and library boards, and other special districts. Confirm current locations and hours with the Will County Clerk.

Start with one choice

How will you vote?

Choose an option below. The instructions only appear when you click, so you can focus on the information you need.

Often the most convenient

VOTE EARLYOR BY MAIL

Vote before Election Day—in person at an early-voting location, or from home with a mail ballot.

Click to see both options

Early Voting

Choose a convenient day and vote at an approved Will County early-voting location.

Voting windowThursday, Feb. 25 through Monday, April 5, 2027
  1. Check the official locations and hours with the Will County Clerk.
  2. Choose the site and time that work for you.
  3. Vote in person before Election Day.
FIND EARLY-VOTING LOCATIONS

Vote by Mail

Request a ballot, follow the enclosed instructions and return it as early as possible.

Application windowApply starting Jan. 6, 2027. Mail applications must be received by April 1; apply in person through April 5.
  1. Apply through the Will County Clerk beginning January 6, 2027.
  2. Ballots are scheduled to be mailed beginning February 25, 2027 (or March 12 if a primary was held in the jurisdiction).
  3. Complete the ballot, sign the certification envelope, and return it as early as possible.
APPLY FOR A MAIL BALLOT
Election Day option

VOTE ONELECTION DAY

Vote at your assigned polling place on Tuesday, April 6, 2027.

Click for Election Day steps

Tuesday, April 6, 2027

Polls are open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Before you goConfirm your assigned polling place
  1. Look up your polling place.
  2. Review your sample ballot.
  3. Vote during official polling hours.
FIND MY POLLING PLACE
Open only what you need

Your voting checklist.

Click any section for typical deadlines, registration help or a simple plan for voting.

012027 IMPORTANT DATESThe official registration, early-voting and mail-ballot calendar for the April 6, 2027 Consolidated Election.+
JAN 6First day to apply for a mail ballotRegistered voters may apply by mail or in person. Ballots are not mailed until later.
FEB 25Early voting beginsEarly voting opens at the election authority, and mail ballots begin going out. If a primary was held and new ballots must be printed, this may begin March 12 instead. Confirm with the Clerk.
MAR 9Regular registration deadlineLast day for regular in-person registration at the election authority.
MAR 10Grace period beginsIn-person grace period registration and voting begins at designated locations.
MAR 21Online registration deadlineLast day to register online through the Illinois State Board of Elections website.
APR 1Mail-ballot applications due by mailThe election authority must receive mailed applications by this date.
APR 5Last day of early votingAlso the last day to apply for a mail ballot in person at the election authority.
APR 6Election DayPolls are open 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Last day of grace period registration and voting. Voted mail ballots must be postmarked by this day.
APR 20Last day for a mailed ballot to arriveA ballot postmarked by Election Day must be received by the election authority no later than 14 days after the election.
02BE READY TO VOTECheck your registration, update your address and know what identification to bring.+
Check my registrationIllinois portal Register or update my addressOfficial options Visit the Will County ClerkLocal information

Missed the regular or online deadline?

Regular in-person registration closes March 9, 2027. Online registration remains open through March 21, 2027. After March 9, grace period registration and voting are available in person at designated locations through Election Day. You must register in person and vote at that time.

Bring two forms of identification. At least one must show your current address.

VIEW OFFICIAL ID GUIDANCE
03MAKE A PLAN TO VOTEUse this five-minute checklist before you leave home or return your ballot.+

Your five-minute voting plan

A quick check now can prevent confusion later. Save your official location and hours on your phone and put your voting time on your calendar.

Voters with disabilities or print disabilities can request accessible assistance and accessible vote-by-mail options.

ACCESSIBLE VOTING INFORMATION
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Verify registrationConfirm your name and current address.
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Choose how you will voteEarly, by mail or on Election Day.
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Confirm location and hoursUse the official Clerk links.
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Review your ballotLook at the official sample ballot.
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Bring what you needEspecially if registering or changing your address.
Always confirm current information through the Will County Clerk before leaving home.
Need official help?

Contact the Will County Clerk.

The Clerk’s office is the authoritative local source for registration, polling places, early-voting hours, vote-by-mail instructions and election updates.

Military and overseas voters can also use the Federal Voting Assistance Program.

Will County Clerk
302 N. Chicago Street
Joliet, IL 60432
Phone: (815) 740-4615
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

willcountyclerk.gov →

This nonpartisan page summarizes public election information from the Illinois State Board of Elections 2027 Election & Campaign Finance Calendar (issued June 29, 2026). The Will County Clerk and the Illinois State Board of Elections are the authoritative sources. Confirm local hours and locations with the Clerk. Last reviewed November 12, 2026.