Why There’s No Election Day in Rochester, MN This Year

2025 is a weird election year in Rochester, Minnesota. I had no idea that something like this could happen, but I suppose it's totally possible!

I guess I thought that the rotation of when politicians or school board members are up for re-election rotated in a way that something like this wouldn't happen, but I guess not.

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No Election in Rochester, MN for 2025

This year, there is no Election Day for Rochester.

I know, weird and confusing. I'm big about spreading the message to always exercise your right to vote, even when a presidential race isn't on the ballot.

And then this happens, and we have no election.

The reason why we won't be voting in Rochester on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, is simple: There's just nothing to vote on. The City of Rochester writes, "There are no City races, special elections or referendums on the ballot".

What's on the Ballot for Rochester, MN in 2026

In 2026, however, there are some big seats on the ballot to make note of.

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Offices on the ballot for 2026 include:

US Senate Minnesota Representative

US House Minnesota Representative

Minnesota Governor

Minnesota State Senate

Minnesota State House

Rochester, MN Mayor

That's a lot to think about and consider over the next 365 days!

Make sure you're ready to vote next year by making sure you're registered to vote and by making any necessary address or name changes.

Also, if you're interested, now would be the time to take a peek at absentee and early voting options that are available.