Early voting runs through November 1 at the Walker County Storm Shelter for the November 5 General Election.
Last Updated October 21, 2024
Early voting for the November 5 General Election is in full swing in Walker County, with 2,129 voters participating on the first day, Monday, October 21, 2024. Voters can continue casting their ballots at the Walker County Storm Shelter at 455 SH 75 North through Friday, November 1. Early voting allows residents to vote ahead of Election Day and avoid the longer lines expected on November 5.
Early Voting Information
The Walker County Storm Shelter is open for early voting during the following hours:
- Monday-Friday, October 21-25: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, October 26: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Sunday, October 27: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Monday-Friday, October 28-November 1: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Voter Preparation
Walker County officials encourage voters to review a sample ballot before arriving at the polls. Sample ballots are available on the Walker County Elections Department website. For this election, sample ballots must be printed on yellow paper. The ballot will vary based on your voting precinct.
Sample Ballots
Sample ballots must be printed on yellow paper.
PCT = Voting Precinct
COH = City of Huntsville
EH MUD = Evergreen Hills Municipal Utility District No. 1
RISD = Richards ISD
Click here for a List of Declared Write-In Candidates
You can also check your voter registration status and find other helpful resources before voting, such as the Walker County Election Precinct Map and FAQs about party affiliation. For more information, visit https://www.co.walker.tx.us/department/division.php?structureid=140.
Important Links for Walker County Voters
For detailed voting information, visit the following links:
- SOS Link for DAILY REGISTER OF VOTERS
- Election Notices and Postings
- Am I Registered to Vote?
- Walker County Election Precinct Map
- Entity Contact Information
- Party Affiliation Frequently Asked Questions
- Information about Walker County’s Voting Systems!
Voting by Mail
If you qualify for mail-in voting, applications must be submitted by Friday, October 25, no later than 5:00 p.m. To qualify for voting by mail, voters must meet one of the following criteria:
- 65 years of age or older
- Have a disability
- Expecting to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day
- Confined in jail
- Will be outside the county during early voting and Election Day
Diana McRae, Early Voting Clerk 1301 Sam Houston Avenue #114 Huntsville, TX 77340
If a voter is 65 years of age or older on Election Day, has a disability, is expected to give birth within three weeks before or after Election Day, is confined in jail, OR will be outside the county during early voting hours and on Election Day, the voter can apply to vote by mail. Simply submit a completed and signed Application for a Ballot by Mail to the address above.
Applications for a ballot by mail can be submitted by mail, fax, or email. If submitted electronically, the original must arrive within four days. For more information on voting by mail and to track your ballot, visit: https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/BallotTrackerApp/#/login
Election Day Polling Locations
For those who plan to vote on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, Walker County offers several countywide polling locations, open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.:
- Walker County Fairgrounds, 3925 SH 30 W, Huntsville, TX
- Walker County Storm Shelter, 455 SH 75 N, Huntsville, TX
- Huntsville ISD Transportation Building, 96 Martin Luther King, Huntsville, TX
- New Waverly First Baptist Church, 460 Fisher St., New Waverly, TX
- Cook Springs Baptist Church, 1936-A SH-75 N, Huntsville, TX
- Northside Baptist Church, 1207 FM 980, Huntsville, TX
- Riverside Global Methodist Church, 2341 FM 980, Huntsville, TX
- Walker County Annex, 1301 Sam Houston Ave., Room 101, Huntsville, TX
- University Heights Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 2400 Sycamore Ave., Huntsville, TX (Entrance off Palm Street)
