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When do polls close in Tennessee? Election times and locations in Nashville

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Election Day is here and it's the last chance for voters to make their voices heard in a variety of races, including who will be the next President of the United States.

Tennessee will also decide on seats in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives as well as the state legislature. Local residents will also have the opportunity to have their say on Mayor Freddie O'Connell's transit referendum.

There is a fight for the US Senate. Incumbent Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, who is seeking a second term, will face Rep. Gloria Johnson, D-Knoxville. U.S. Reps. Andy Ogles (R-Columbia), John Rose (R-Cookeville) and Mark E. Green (R-Clarksville) will all defend their seats in Districts 5, 6 and 7 races.

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Compare the candidates: Here's who's running on your ballot in Middle Tennessee

Here's everything you need to know about voting on Election Day.

When do polling stations open and close on Election Day? See Tuesday voting times

Polls open at 7 a.m. CT on November 5th and close at 7 p.m. CT.

Even though the polls close at 7:00 p.m., anyone in the queue before or at that time will still be allowed to vote after the deadline as long as they remain in the queue.

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Where to vote in Nashville, Middle Tennessee? Find polling places

Voters can visit GoVoteTN.com to find their current polling location for Election Day.

On the website you can search by either your name or your current address.

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What to bring: Do I need a photo ID to vote?

Yes.

Tennessee voters must present one of the following valid photo IDs:

  • A driving license
  • An ID card issued in Tennessee
  • A US passport
  • A U.S. military photo ID
  • A Tennessee permit to carry a handgun with your photo

Are you eligible to vote? How to check your voter registration status in Tennessee

In Tennessee, voters must register to vote 30 days before Election Day, meaning voter registration closes on October 7th.

You can check your voter registration status on the Secretary of State's website at tnmap.tn.gov/voterlookup.

The voter registration search tool requires your county of residence, name, month of birth, year of birth, and social security number before it can provide your current voter registration information.

Information includes your polling place and the elections for which you will vote.

Who is on the ballot?

All voters in Nashville will have the opportunity to vote for president, the U.S. Senate seat and the transit referendum. The race for the U.S. House of Representatives depends on which district you live in. The same goes for state legislative seats on the ballot. Your address determines the ballot you receive.

Voting preview: Compare the candidates: Here's who's running on your ballot in Middle Tennessee

How do I find a sample ballot?

A sample ballot, including district-specific races and the transit referendum, can be found at nashville.gov/departments/elections/voters/sample-ballots.

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Is Election Day a federal holiday?

No Election Day is a federal holiday, but some locations may be closed on Election Day depending on your region and the buildings used as polling places.

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