Louisiana

Louisiana U.S. House District 3 Primary Election

Incumbent: Clay Higgins

The Louisiana U.S. House District 3 Primary Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the party nominees for the U.S. House seat representing southwestern Louisiana, including Lafayette and Lake Charles. This is a federal primary election where voters will select candidates to advance to the general election, with the winner serving a two-year term in Congress starting January 2027.

Louisiana U.S. House District 4 Primary Election

Incumbent: Mike Johnson

The Louisiana U.S. House District 4 Primary Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the nominees for the general election to fill Louisiana's 4th congressional district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. The district covers northwestern Louisiana, including Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding parishes.

Louisiana U.S. House District 5 Primary Election

Incumbent: Julia Letlow

The Louisiana U.S. House District 5 Primary Election on November 3, 2026, will determine the party nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing Louisiana's 5th congressional district. This federal-level primary election is contested, with candidates from both major parties seeking to advance to the general election.

Louisiana U.S. House District 6 Primary Election

Incumbent: Garret Graves

The Louisiana U.S. House District 6 Primary Election is scheduled for November 3, 2026, to select nominees for the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana's 6th congressional district. This district covers parts of East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Iberville, and Pointe Coupee parishes, and the winner will advance to the general election unless a candidate receives over 50% of the vote in the primary, which would avoid a runoff under Louisiana's jungle primary system.

New Orleans Mayoral Primary Election

Incumbent: LaToya Cantrell

The New Orleans Mayoral Primary Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the nominee for mayor of New Orleans, Louisiana. As Louisiana uses a jungle primary system, all candidates run on the same ballot regardless of party, and if no candidate receives over 50% of the vote, a runoff will be held between the top two vote-getters.

New Orleans City Council District A Election

The New Orleans City Council District A Election is a municipal race held on October 15, 2026, to fill one seat on the New Orleans City Council. District A covers parts of Uptown, Carrollton, and the Riverbend area. Voters will elect a council member responsible for local ordinances, budget oversight, and constituent services.

New Orleans City Council District B Election

The New Orleans City Council District B Election is a municipal race to elect one council member to represent District B on the New Orleans City Council. The office involves legislative authority over local ordinances, budgeting, zoning, and constituent services within the district, which includes parts of Uptown and Carrollton.

New Orleans City Council District C Election

The New Orleans City Council District C Election in 2026 is a municipal race to elect one representative to serve on the New Orleans City Council for District C. This district encompasses parts of Uptown, Audubon, and the Irish Channel, covering residential, commercial, and cultural areas. The winner will serve a four-year term beginning in 2027, helping to shape local policy on public safety, infrastructure, zoning, and neighborhood services.

New Orleans City Council District D Election

The New Orleans City Council District D Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for the city's District D seat on the New Orleans City Council. This office is responsible for local legislation, budget oversight, and constituent services within the district, which includes parts of Uptown, Carrollton, and other neighborhoods. The election is nonpartisan, but candidates may affiliate with political parties.

New Orleans City Council District E Election

The New Orleans City Council District E Election is a municipal election held on October 15, 2026, to elect one representative to the New Orleans City Council. District E covers parts of eastern New Orleans, including areas such as Little Woods, Venetian Isles, and portions of New Orleans East. The elected official will serve a four-year term and be responsible for local policy, budget oversight, and constituent services in the district.

Baton Rouge Mayor-President Primary Election

The Baton Rouge Mayor-President Primary Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the city-parish government's chief executive office. The Mayor-President serves as the head of both the city of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish, overseeing a consolidated government responsible for public safety, infrastructure, utilities, and economic development.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 2 Election

Incumbent: Chauna Banks-Daniel

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 2 Election is a municipal election held on October 15, 2026, to determine the representative for District 2 on the East Baton Rouge Parish Metro Council. This council seat is responsible for local policy decisions including zoning, public works, budget allocations, and oversight of municipal services in parts of central and northern Baton Rouge.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 4 Election

Incumbent: Chauna Banks

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 4 Election is a municipal election scheduled for October 15, 2026, to fill the seat representing District 4 on the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Council. This office is part of the legislative body responsible for local ordinances, budget approvals, and policy decisions affecting the northern and eastern portions of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 6 Election

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 6 Election is a municipal election held on October 15, 2026, to elect one representative to the East Baton Rouge Metro Council. District 6 encompasses parts of central and eastern Baton Rouge, including neighborhoods such as Gardere, Oak Hills, and portions of South Baton Rouge, and the elected official will serve a four-year term beginning in 2027.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 8 Election

Incumbent: Donna Collins-Lewis

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 8 election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 8 on the Baton Rouge Metro Council. This city-level seat involves oversight of local ordinances, budget allocations, and municipal services for the northern and eastern portions of Baton Rouge, including parts of Scotlandville and the metropolitan area surrounding the airport.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 10 Election

Incumbent: Donna Collins-Lewis

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 10 Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 10 on the city’s governing body. This seat covers parts of southern Baton Rouge and is responsible for local ordinances, budget approvals, and constituent services.

Baton Rouge Metro Council District 12 Election

Incumbent: Donna Collins-Lewis

The Baton Rouge Metro Council District 12 Election on October 15, 2026, determines the representative for District 12 on the Baton Rouge Metro Council. This legislative body oversees local policies including public safety, infrastructure, zoning, and budget approvals for the city-parish of East Baton Rouge.

Shreveport Mayor Primary Election

Incumbent: Adrian Perkins

The Shreveport Mayor Primary Election will be held on October 15, 2026, to elect the mayor of Shreveport, Louisiana. This nonpartisan primary election determines whether a candidate receives an outright majority to win the office or if the top two vote-getters advance to a general election runoff. The mayor serves as the chief executive of the city, overseeing municipal operations, budget, and public safety.

Shreveport City Council District 1 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 1 Election is a municipal race to elect one representative to the Shreveport City Council for a four-year term beginning in January 2027. District 1 covers parts of northwest Shreveport, including neighborhoods such as Highland, St. Vincent, and portions of the Cedar Grove area. The elected official will be responsible for local ordinances, budget approvals, and constituent services within the district.

Shreveport City Council District 2 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 2 Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 2 on the Shreveport City Council. This municipal election is part of Louisiana's local elections where voters will select one council member to serve a four-year term, representing the district's interests in city governance, budget decisions, and local policy.

Shreveport City Council District 3 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 3 election will be held on October 15, 2026, to elect one member to represent District 3 on the Shreveport City Council. This nonpartisan municipal race determines local representation for city services, budgeting, and policy in the district.

Shreveport City Council District 4 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 4 Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 4 on the Shreveport City Council. This is a municipal election in Louisiana where voters will choose a council member to serve a four-year term, responsible for local ordinances, budget approvals, and constituent services.

Shreveport City Council District 5 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 5 Election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 5 on the Shreveport City Council. This single-member district election is part of the city's regular municipal elections, with the winner serving a four-year term beginning in January 2027.

Shreveport City Council District 6 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 6 election on October 15, 2026, will determine the representative for District 6 on the Shreveport City Council. This is a nonpartisan municipal race where candidates run without party affiliation, though they may be endorsed by political groups. The winner will serve a four-year term overseeing local budgets, ordinances, and constituent services.

Shreveport City Council District 7 Election

The Shreveport City Council District 7 Election will be held on October 15, 2026, to elect one representative to serve on the Shreveport City Council. This election determines the policy decisions and representation for residents in District 7, covering areas in southern Shreveport, including parts of the Highland and St. Vincent’s neighborhoods.