Elections

Elections & Voting

The City of Ames 2025 General Election will be held on Saturday, May 02, 2026, at Ames City Hall located at 304 Martin Drive.  Filing for a place on the ballot is set by state statute and takes place from January 14, 2026 – February 13, 2026.  Positions up for election are the City Council Member Position #1, City Council Member Position #2, and City Council Member Position #4. Early Voting dates for the 2026 General Election will be April 20, 2026 - April 28, 2026.

The Last Day to File for a Place on a General Election Ballot is Friday, February, 13, 2026.