Florida Election 2022: When do the polls open and close?

Voters in Florida will head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 8, to vote in a number of high-profile races, including governor, U.S. Senate, attorney general, and Florida Agriculture Commissioner, as well as a number of county and local races.

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While thousands have voted early or via mail-in ballot, thousands more are expected to hit the polls on Election Day.

When do the polls open in Florida on Election Day?

The polls in Florida will be open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Election Day.

While most of Florida is in the Eastern Time Zone, some cities and towns in the Florida Panhandle are in Central Time. Regardless, parks will close at 7 p.m. local time.

To vote, you have to be in line by 7 p.m. Those in line before 7 p.m. – and after the polls close – will be allowed to vote.

What do you need to vote in Florida?

To vote, registered voters must show a valid ID with a signature, such as a driver's license, passport, military ID, student ID, or retirement center ID. More information.