Hawaii holds 2026 general election with governor and two House seats on ballot
The gist
Hawaii voters cast ballots in the Nov. 3 general election for governor, two U.S. House seats and other state offices.
The Democratic primary usually decides Hawaii's real preference in the party-dominated state.
How it unfolded
- Apr 6, 2026Hawaii's 2026 races take shape, including Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami's Democratic primary challenge to Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and contests for the state's two U.S. House seats.
- Jun 2, 2026Filing deadline for the 2026 Hawaii elections.
- Aug 8, 2026Primary election held; Democrat Tricia Kwai Lin Nakamatsu led the state Senate District 13 race with over 48% and will face Republican Wallyn Christian in November.