On Nov. 4, Connecticut will hold elections for local offices like mayor, city council and board of education. Here's what to know.

The deadline to register to vote by mail is Friday. Registrations can be dropped off in person by Friday, done online, postmarked by Friday if mailed, or done at the DMV before the close of business. Limited in-person registration is available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the early voting period Oct. 20 to Nov. 2.

This year, early voting for municipal elections begins Monday, offering all registered voters two weeks to cast ballots for their local mayors, selectmen, council members, board of education members and more ahead of Election Day on Nov. 4.

A group of charismatic animal candidates are vying for the position of mayor at Beardsley Zoo. Its sixth year, the election helps raise funds for the zoo while also being a fun way to vote for your favorite animal ambassador, according to a release.

News 8 is your local election headquarters for Connecticut's Nov. 4, 2025, municipal general election. We've compiled a list of everything you need to know before you cast your ballot.

Early voting in Connecticut's local elections starts on Monday, Oct. 20. Here's what you need to know if you want to cast your ballot before Nov. 2.

Early voting offers voters a chance to cast their ballots in-person on a day of their choice prior to Election Day on Nov. 4. It’s meant to encourage participation.

The early voting allows anyone registered to vote to cast their ballots in-person on a day of their choosing prior to Election Day, Nov. 4 — including on two separate weekends — creating more convenience for voters and encouraging greater participation in elections, Lamont and Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas said in a joint news release.

Various Connecticut municipalities dealt with sign vandalism and theft last year, which was a presidential election season.

Starting Monday, 14 days of early voting begin and voters will be able to cast their ballot for this year’s municipal elections ahead of Election Day next month. If you’re looking to choose your city or town’s next leader,