Tennessee

Tennessee Attorney General General Election

Incumbent: Jonathan Skrmetti

The 2026 Tennessee Attorney General General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the state's Attorney General. This office serves as Tennessee's chief legal officer, responsible for representing the state in legal matters, issuing official opinions, and overseeing consumer protection and antitrust divisions.

Tennessee Secretary of State General Election

Incumbent: Tre Hargett

The Tennessee Secretary of State General Election on November 3, 2026, will determine who serves as the state's chief elections officer and custodian of official records. The office oversees elections, business filings, state archives, and administrative rules, making it a critical role in ensuring election integrity and government transparency.

Tennessee State Senate General Elections

Incumbent: Joey Hensley

The 2026 Tennessee State Senate General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect members of the Tennessee State Senate. Senators serve four-year terms, with approximately half of the 33 seats up for election in this cycle. The general election determines control of the state legislative body alongside the House of Representatives.

Tennessee State House General Elections

Incumbent: John Ray Clemmons

The 2026 Tennessee State House General Election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect all 99 members of the Tennessee House of Representatives for two-year terms beginning in January 2027. These elections determine control of the state legislature, which is responsible for passing state laws, approving the budget, and overseeing state agencies.

U.S. Senate Primary Election in Tennessee

Incumbent: John N. Kennedy

The 2026 U.S. Senate primary election in Tennessee will be held on August 6, 2026, to select each party's nominee for the general election. Voters will choose nominees to compete for the Class II U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican Marsha Blackburn, who is seeking re-election.

U.S. House Primary Elections in Tennessee

Incumbent: Andy Ogles

The 2026 U.S. House Primary Elections in Tennessee will be held on August 6, 2026, to select Democratic and Republican nominees for Tennessee's nine congressional districts. Voters will choose candidates who will advance to the general election in November to represent the state in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Tennessee Governor Primary Election

Incumbent: Bill Lee

The Tennessee Governor Primary Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for governor of Tennessee. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election to compete for the state's highest executive office.

Tennessee Lieutenant Governor Primary Election

Incumbent: Randy McNally

The Tennessee Lieutenant Governor Primary Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the Democratic and Republican nominees for the office of Lieutenant Governor of Tennessee. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election in November 2026 to challenge the incumbent or opposing party nominee.

Tennessee Attorney General Primary Election

Incumbent: Jonathan Skrmetti

The Tennessee Attorney General Primary Election on August 6, 2026, determines the Democratic and Republican nominees for the state's chief legal officer. The Attorney General serves as the head of the Tennessee Attorney General's Office, responsible for representing the state in legal matters, issuing legal opinions, and enforcing consumer protection and antitrust laws.

Tennessee Secretary of State Primary Election

Incumbent: Tre Hargett

The Tennessee Secretary of State Primary Election on August 6, 2026, is a statewide primary election in which voters will select nominees for the office of Tennessee Secretary of State. The winner of each party's primary will advance to the general election in November 2026 to compete for the state's chief elections officer position, responsible for overseeing elections, business filings, and state archives.

Tennessee State Senate Primary Elections

Incumbent: Jack Johnson

The Tennessee State Senate Primary Elections on August 6, 2026, will determine party nominees for State Senate seats across Tennessee's 33 senatorial districts. These primaries are crucial for setting the general election ballot, with winners advancing to face candidates from other parties or independents in November.

Tennessee State House Primary Elections

The Tennessee State House Primary Elections on August 6, 2026, will determine Democratic and Republican nominees for all 99 seats in the Tennessee House of Representatives. Winners of these primaries will advance to the general election in November 2026, where they will compete for the opportunity to serve two-year terms in the state legislature.

Knoxville Mayoral Election

Mayoral election for Knoxville held on the first Tuesday in November 2027.

Davidson County Board of Commissioners Election

The Davidson County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the composition of the county's legislative body, which oversees budget, taxation, zoning, and public services for Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee. Multiple districts are up for election, with commissioners serving four-year terms.

Shelby County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: Melvin Burgess

The Shelby County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, is a county-level election in Tennessee to fill seats on the Board of Commissioners, the legislative and policy-making body for Shelby County. Commissioners are elected from single-member districts and serve four-year terms, responsible for approving the county budget, setting tax rates, and overseeing county services.

Knox County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: Andrea Buchanan

The Knox County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the composition of the legislative body responsible for setting county policies, approving the budget, and overseeing county services in Knox County, Tennessee. Voters will elect commissioners from various districts across the county, with each commissioner serving a four-year term.

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: Warren Mackey

The Hamilton County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the representatives for multiple districts on the county's legislative body. Commissioners are responsible for setting county budgets, approving local ordinances, and overseeing county services such as public safety, infrastructure, and health programs.

Rutherford County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: Bill Ketron

The Rutherford County Board of Commissioners Election in Tennessee will be held on August 6, 2026, to elect members of the county's legislative body responsible for setting policy, approving the budget, and overseeing county services. Commissioners represent geographic districts and serve four-year terms, with this election determining leadership on issues such as public safety, infrastructure, and land use.

Williamson County Board of Commissioners Election

The Williamson County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the composition of the county's legislative body responsible for setting local policies, approving budgets, and overseeing county services in Tennessee. Voters in Williamson County will elect commissioners from various districts to serve four-year terms.

Madison County Board of Commissioners Election

The Madison County Board of Commissioners Election on August 6, 2026, will determine the composition of the county's legislative body responsible for setting county policy, approving budgets, and overseeing public services. Seats across multiple districts are up for election, with candidates competing to represent residents in Jackson and surrounding areas of Madison County, Tennessee.

Washington County Board of Commissioners Election

Incumbent: Greg Matherly

The Washington County Board of Commissioners Election in Tennessee will be held on August 6, 2026, to elect members of the county legislative body responsible for setting county policy, approving budgets, and overseeing local services. This election determines representation on the Board of Commissioners, which governs unincorporated areas and coordinates with municipal governments within the county.

Sumner County Board of Commissioners Election

The Sumner County Board of Commissioners Election in Tennessee will be held on August 6, 2026, to elect members of the county legislative body responsible for setting county policy, approving budgets, and overseeing county services. The election includes races across multiple districts with candidates seeking to represent residents in local government decisions.

Nashville School Board Election

The Nashville School Board Election on August 6, 2026, will determine members of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools Board of Education. This nonpartisan election decides leadership for Tennessee's second-largest school district, overseeing policies, budgets, and educational direction for over 80,000 students across Davidson County.

Memphis School Board Election

Incumbent: Stephanie Love

The Memphis School Board Election on August 6, 2026, will determine members of the Shelby County Schools Board of Education representing various districts within Memphis, Tennessee. These nonpartisan races are critical for shaping educational policy, budget oversight, and school operations in Tennessee’s largest public school district.

Knoxville School Board Election

Incumbent: Brian Terry

The Knoxville School Board Election on August 6, 2026, will determine members of the Knox County Board of Education responsible for overseeing public education in Knoxville, Tennessee. The election includes races for multiple school board districts, with members setting policy, approving budgets, and supervising the superintendent.