MA State Primary Early Voting Starts This Weekend. Primary Election is September 1st.

State Primary Voting Information: 

Primaries are held in order for political parties to choose their nominees for the general election ballot. The two recognized political parties in Massachusetts are Democratic and Republican. If you’re registered in one party, however, you cannot vote in another party’s primary

Check your voter registration status or Update your address or political party.

Voter Registration Deadline: August 22, 2026

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: 5 p.m., August 25, 2026

Early Voting: August 22 – August 28 (click link for complete list)

• This weekend on Saturday, August 22nd and on Sunday, August 23rd from 11am to 7pm at the Condon School, 200 D Street. 
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday at City Hall from 9am to 5pm.
• Tuesday and Thursday at City Hall from 9am to 8pm. 

Election Day: September 1, 2026  from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

On The Ballot: Senator in Congress, Representative in Congress, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Governor's Council, State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Sheriff, and Register of Probate

Sample Ballots: Democratic and Republican

Neighborhood Voting Location: 1 Boston Wharf Rd (corner of Congress & Boston Wharf Rd).

This Week: Barking Crab, Martin's Park, BERDO Fest, Coffee & Voter Registration

10/22: Conservation Commission Public Hearing at 6pm

Neighborhood Agenda Items

Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-20XX and BOS File No. 2025-0XX from Childs Engineering on behalf of Poseidon Enterprises for the proposed replacement of deteriorated sections of an existing fender system along a pier face, as well as repairs to structural timber piles and timber pile caps at Barking Crab, 88 Sleeper Street, South Boston Waterfront, MA (LUO).

Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2XXX and BOS File No. 2025-0XX from Weston & Sampson on behalf of the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department for the proposed temporary flood protections including cast-in-place concrete retaining walls, deployable flood barriers, and general site improvements at Martin's Park, 64 Sleeper Street, South Boston Waterfront, MA (LSCSF, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Beach, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank, 25ft Waterfront Area).

10/23: BERDO Fest is a free event and central hub for BERDO building owners and property managers to build connections with experts and professionals across the building decarbonization ecosystem. Participants will learn about the projects that the City is recognizing as leading in building decarbonization. The event will feature a vendor fair that will run from 12:00 - 6:00pm, and panel discussions throughout the day. A light lunch will be provided. BERDO Fest takes place at Artists for Humanity, 100 W First St. 

10/24: South Boston Liaison Coffee Hour with Lydia Polaski at 11am at Caffe Nero, 368 Congress Street.

10/25: Last day to register to vote for the November 4th Boston election of Mayor, District Councilors and 8 City Councilors-At-Large.

10/26: Harbor Harmonies Sacred Strings: From Tambour to Setar, part of the Chamber Music Concert Series, at 3pm at the FPAC Art Space, 70 Sleeper St. Open to the public. Free. 

Coastal Resilience Today, Rats Tomorrow, Open Studios This Weekend & More

updated 10/16 with 10/25 voter registration deadline for 11/4th municipal election. 

10/15: South Boston USACE Coast Resiliency Update Meeting at 6pm. Discover long term resilient actions for Fort Point and how they fit in with all of South Boston, as under review by the US Army Corp of Engineers. 

10/16: Let's Talk Rats! Join the City at 6pm for a community listening session to share your feedback on trash collection and learn about the Boston Rodent Action Plan. 

10/17 -10/19: 45th Annual Fort Point Open Studios! Friday hours: 4pm to 7pm. Saturday & Sunday Hours: 12pm to 6pm. 

10/19: Atlantic Wharf's Fall Fest from 10am - 12pm at Waterfront Plaza. Enjoy live music, a magic show, pumpkin decorating, crafts, face painting, and sweet fall treats — all free and open to the public!

10/21: Boston Civic Design Commission Monthly Meeting at 5pm. Agenda announced October 17th.

10/23: BERDO Fest is a free event and central hub for BERDO building owners and property managers to build connections with experts and professionals across the building decarbonization ecosystem. Participants will learn about the projects that the City is recognizing as leading in building decarbonization. The event will feature a vendor fair that will run from 12:00 - 6:00pm, and panel discussions throughout the day. A light lunch will be provided. BERDO Fest takes place at Artists for Humanity, 100 W First St. 

10/24: South Boston Liaison Coffee Hour with Lydia Polaski at 11am at Caffe Nero, 368 Congress Street.

10/25: Last day to register to vote for the November 4th Boston election of Mayor, District Councilors and 8 City Councilors-At-Large.

originally published 10.15.25

Make Your Election Plan

 WHO & WHAT

In the upcoming Presidential and State election, the candidates on the ballot will be for:

ELECTORS OF PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT, SENATOR IN CONGRESS, REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS, COUNCILLOR, SENATOR IN GENERAL COURT, REPRESENTATIVE IN GENERAL COURT, CLERK OF SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT,CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT (CIVIL BUSINESS), CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT (CRIMINAL BUSINESS),REGISTER OF DEEDS and REGISTER OF PROBATE (VACANCY)

View Sample Ballot for candidates to elective office plus five Ballot Questions:

QUESTION 1: State Auditor's Authority to Audit the Legislature.

QUESTION 2: Elimination of  Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) Graduation Requirement 

QUESTION 3:Unionization for Transportation Network Drivers 

QUESTION 4: Limited Legalization and Regulation of Certain Natural Psychedelic Substances

QUESTION 5: Minimum Wage for Tipped Workers 

WHEN & WHERE

Voter Registration

Last day to register to vote or update your address for the November election is Saturday, October 26th.

Early In-person Voting (full location list) October 19th - November 1st 

In the neighborhood:

October 22: ICA (25 Harborside Drive) Theater from 12pm - 8pm 
October 26 - October 27: Condon School (200 D St) from 11am - 7pm

October 29: ICA Theater from 12pm - 8pm

At City Hall, Haymarket Room, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am - 5pm and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 8pm. 

Vote by Mail

Application must be received at City Hall by October 29

All ballots must reach the Boston Election office by the close of polls on Election Day to be counted. 

The closest drop box is at the South Boston Library.

In Person Voting on November 5th

Precinct 6-11 and 6-12 vote at 1 BOSTON WHARF ROAD

Polls open at 7AM and close at 8PM

State Primary: Voter Registration, Vote By Mail, Early Voting & Election Day

updated 8.22.24 with new voting location. 

State Primary Voting Information

Voter Registration Deadline: August 24, 2024

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: August 26, 2024

Early Voting: August 24 – August 30 (click link for complete list)

Saturday, August 24th and Sunday, August 25 from 11am to 7pm at the Condon School, 200 D Street.

Election Day: September 3  from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

On Ballot: Representative in Congress, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Governor's Council, State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Sheriff, County Commissioner (only in certain counties).

Sample Ballots: Democratic  and Republican

Neighborhood Voting Location: 1 Boston Wharf Rd (corner of Congress & Boston Wharf Rd). *new location

originally published 07.30.24

State Primary: Voter Registration, Vote By Mail, Early Voting & Election Day

Voter Registration Deadline: August 27, 2022

Vote by Mail Application Deadline: August 29, 2022

Early Voting: August 27 - September 2

Election Day: September 6  from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.

On Ballot: Representative in Congress, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Governor's Council, State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Sheriff, County Commissioner (only in certain counties).

Sample Ballots: Democratic  and Republican

Neighborhood Voting Location: District Hall, 75 Northern Avenue

As election day approaches and with the City's twenty new precincts (two new precincts for voters of South Boston), there is a need for poll workers. If you know anyone who may be interested in serving as an Election Officer, on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, please have them complete the online application here. If you have any questions, the Boston Election department can be reached by email or by phone a 617-635-0905.

originally published 07.26.22

Are You Ready For September 14th Preliminary Election?

09/04/21:updated with Dorchester Reporter City Councilor-At- Large candidates' priorities article and election day hours and location.

Plan on voting in the upcoming Boston mayoral & City Council preliminary election on September 14, 2021? 

In addition to choosing a Mayor from the seven who are running, there are seventeen candidates vying for four City Councilor-At-Large seats. Check out the Dorchester Reporter for a complete run down of the At-Large candidates and their priorities.  The top two Mayoral candidates and the top eight At-Large candidates will advance to the General Election on November 2, 2021.

The Mayoral Candidates

Annissa Essaibi George 

Richard Spagnuolo 

Andrea Campbell 

Kim Janey 

Michelle Wu 

Robert Cappucci

John Barros 

View September 14th ballot order and let's get out the vote! 

Did you recently move or has it been awhile since you last voted? Check your voting status. The deadline to register or update your information for September 14th election was Wednesday, August 25th. The November 2nd election registration deadline is 8pm on October 13, 2021. 

Early Voting 

Starts on Saturday, September 4, and runs through Friday, September 10. Please note: Any voter registered in Boston can vote at any early voting location.

Boston City Hall is the main early voting polling location. City Hall will be open for voting Tuesday through Friday (Labor Day is Monday, September 6). City Hall will be open for early voting on Tuesday and Thursday from 9 am - 8 pm, and on Wednesday and Friday from 9 am - 5pm.

Nearby Early Voting Locations

• Saturday, Sept 4: Condon School from 11am - 7pm at 200 D St (D St & West Broadway behind the Laboure Center)
• Sunday, Sept 5: Condon School from 11am - 7pm at 200 D St (D St & West Broadway behind the Laboure Center)
• Thursday, Sept 9: District Hall from 12 pm - 8pm at 75 Northern Ave. 

Vote By Mail

To vote by mail, your application must reach the Boston Election Department by 5pm, Wednesday, September 8, 2021. If you did not receive your application by mail, you may download the application here. 

If you plan to return your ballot in person instead of mailing it, there will be dedicated drop boxes (locations tbd) across the City, including Boston City Hall. You have until 8 p.m. on Election Day to drop off your ballot. You can also drop off your ballot at any early voting location during the City's early voting period.

Election Day

On Tuesday, September 14th the polls will open at 7am through 8pm. Fort  Point & Seaport residents vote at the Condon School located at 200 D Street (D St & West Broadway behind the Laboure Center).

originally published 08.23.21

Early In-Person Voting Starts This Weekend In The Neighborhood

This weekend kicks off early voting in the Seaport and the following weekend at the Condon School.

District Hall in the Seaport
75 Northern Avenue
Saturday October 17, 2020 from 11 AM to 7 PM
Sunday October 18, 2020 from 11 AM to 7 PM

James F Condon School
200 D Street (behind the Laboure Center)
Saturday October 24, 2020 from 11 AM to 7 PM
Sunday October 25, 2020 from 11 AM to 7 PM

For all early voting locations including Boston City Hall click here. 

What else to know before voting:

The 2020 State Election is the opportunity to vote for President, US Senator, US Representative, Councilor, State Senator, State Representative and Register of Probate.

View Sample Ballot

There are two ballot questions: Motor Vehicle Mechanical Data (advertised as Right To Repair 2.0) and Ranked Choice Voting. View 2020 ballot questions and information about voting.

Deadline to register to vote or check your registration information is October 24^th.

Voting by Mail:

• Submit your application for a ballot no later than October 20. USPS recommends you mailing your application 15 days in advance of Election day
• Return ballots need to be postmarked no later than November 3 and received no later than November 6. USPS recommends mailing back your ballot at least 7 days before Election day.  
• Secure drop box option at all early voting locations or at the South Boston Public Library through November 3rd, 8pm

Voting on Election Day:
On Tuesday, November 3 go to the polls at the Condon School located at 200 D. St.

FPNA Kicks Off Fall With Neighborhood Gathering

Fort Point & Seaport
Neighborhood Fall Kickoff

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

 6 pm

Zoom Sign In

Our C-6 Community Service Officers

State Representative David Biele

4th Suffolk District

About the Neighborhood

Updates from FPNA, Friends of Fort Point Channel, FPAC & ICA 

& special guest Carolina Aragon

Suite Six Medical Aesthetics

311 Summer Street

requesting a zoning change of use

Stone Provisions (formerly Sagarino's Market)

an opening update

Please click on the Zoom Sign In. You will receive an email confirmation with the link and one tap mobile details for those joining us by phone. We recommend you sign in advance of our 6 pm kickoff on September 29, 2020.

UPCOMING

Monday, Sept 28: 401 Congress St. IAG Public Meeting at 6pm hosted by the BPDA for proposed change of use to include Life Sciences. More details.

Wednesday, Sept 30: Last day to complete the 2020 Census . You count. You want to increase neighborhood amenities. Help improve our chances by taking 10 minutes to complete the 2020 census. Can't find your code? Don't worry. Here are the simple instructions for completing the census. 

Wednesday, October 7: 244 - 284 A St (Channelside parking lot) Urban Design & Climate Resiliency public meeting 6 pm - 8 pm. Register today.

Saturday, October 24: Last day to register to vote or change your party affiliation. More Details. 

Wednesday, October 28: Last day to apply by 5pm for a mail-in ballot. NOTE: USPS recommends you request your mail-in ballot at least 15 days before Election Day and mail your ballot at least 7 days before November 3d. 

If you have any neighborhood events, news or concerns, please contact FPNA.

originally published 09.21.20

Time To Vote Is Today

Updated 9/1/20: You may also drop off your mail-in ballet at City Hall first floor Congress St entrance up until 8 pm today (9/1) or vote in person instead at the polls. Read below for vote in person safety instructions and the opportunity to complete the 2020 Census simultaneously.  

The time to vote is today. The state primary election is Tuesday, September 1, 2020

Important primary races this year include our U.S. Senator, U.S. Representative, MA Senator and MA Representative.

Ward 6 Precinct 1 Sample Democratic Ballot

Ward 6 Precinct 1 Sample Republican Ballot

IN-PERSON VOTING

In-person voting will take place at the Condon School Cafeteria at 200 D. St (behind the Laboure Center) on September 1 from 7 am to 8 pm.

Please remember to wear a mask and keep 6 feet apart while in line and voting. You will be asked to sanitize your hands upon entry. Poll workers will be wearing appropriate PPE. Voting marking pens will be provided with your ballot and disinfected after each use. More details.

Plus complete the 2020 Census on your way in or out! There will be a booth in front of the Condon School from 7 am to 11 am and from 3 pm to 8 pm.

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If you have moved recently, check your voter registration status. If you are new to the neighborhood, welcome. You can register to vote here. The voter registration deadline for the State Primaries is August 22, 2020. 

Voting will be different this year because of the pandemic. Voters will have the additional option to vote by mail. In July, the Massachusetts legislature approved a voting by mail-in ballot  to ensure that all registered voters concerned about voting in person due to COVID-19 precautions have another option to exercise their right to vote. You should have received an application for a mail-in ballot in the mail already. If you didn't receive an application to vote by mail, you can download the 2020 Vote by Mail Application. 

Helpful Application Completion Tips

• Select a ballot for the September State Primaries, November General Election or both
• Include your signature (without one the application is invalid)
• Postage has been paid — just drop it in the mail
• If you are around City Hall, you may drop off your application in the Election Department dropbox located on the third floor.

DEADLINES

• State Primaries vote-by-mail ballot applications must be received by Wednesday, August 26, 2020
• General Election vote-by-mail ballot applications must be received by Wednesday, October 28, 2020

EARLY VOTING

Early in-person voting will be available at City Hall Monday through Friday (August 22 through August 28)  from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., extended to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday evening.

Early in-person voting will be available at the Condon School at 200 D St from 11 am to 7 pm on Saturday, August 22nd and Sunday, August 23.

published 08.10.20

Seaport & Fort Point: Transit, Development, Art & Pizza This Week & Next

Wednesday, October 2nd: Seaport Transit Strategic Plan Community Meeting (focusing on transit improvements & connectivity in the Seaport & Fort Point) will take place from 6 pm to 8 pm at WPI Seaport located at 303 Congress St. on the ground level.

Wednesday, October 2nd: The Artists At 249 A Street invite you to the opening reception of their group show presented in conjunction with the upcoming Fort Point Open Studios. The reception takes place at 249 A Street from 5 pm to 7 pm. 

Wednesday, October 2nd: FP3 Gallery presents Color. Surface. Space. by Fort Point artist Lisa Greenfield. Opening reception is from 6 pm to 8 pm at 346 Congress Street. 

Monday, October 7th:  LaPosta Public Abutters Meeting at 12 Farnsworth at 6pm. LaPosta is a new pizzeria requesting an all alcohol license in part of the former Bee Knee’s space. 

Thursday, October 10th: Related Beal invites you to a discussion on the planning of the development of 224-294 A Street, 6.5 acres along the Fort Point Channel, at 6 pm at Artists for Humanity (100 W. Second Street, next to the A Street Park).  Please R.S.V.P. 

Thursday, October 10th: Fort Point Landmarks October Meeting 6pm at Piemonte Room 5th Floor City Hall. View agenda

Friday, October 11th: Public Comment deadline for Seaport N Change of Use from residential to Life Sciences. More details on the project and submitting your feedback.

Wednesday, October 16: Last day to register to vote for Nov 5th municipal election. Here is how. 

Wednesday, October 16: 99 A Street (Coppersmith Life Sciences Redevelopment) Impact Advisory Group Public Meeting 6 pm to 7:30 pm at Laboure Center (275 West Broadway)

Friday, October 18 – Sunday, October 20: Save the dates for the 40th anniversary of Fort Point Open Studios presented by the Fort Point Arts Community (FPAC). 

Early Voting Is Back

Early voting is back starting Monday, October 22nd through November 2, 2018. Boston City Hall is the main early voting polling location. City Hall will be open for voting Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., during the two-week period. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, City Hall will stay open until 8 p.m. for early voting. 

On Saturday, October 27th & Sunday, October 28th the Condon School at 200 D. St. will be open from 10 am to 6 pm. 

There will also be early voting "pop-up" polling locations throughout the City on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Those locations will be open from 12 pm to 8 pm. 

Any registered voter may vote early at any location. Click on the voting map to find a convenient place.

On November 6th, the polls will be open from 7 am to 8 pm. Fort Point and Seaport residents vote at the Condon School located at 200 D St (off of West Broadway behind the Laboure Center).

Don't be surprised, click the sample ballot of candidates and ballot questions. 

Originally published 10.17.18

State Primary Tuesday, September 4th: Many Decisions

The Massachusetts State Primary is Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Exercise your right to choose who will be on the November 6th ballot for: US Senator, US Representative, MA Governor, LT Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Auditor, Register of Deeds and Clerks of Superior Court. 

Our polling location is the Condon School located at 200 D Street (behind the Labouré Center). The polls are open from 7 am - 8 pm. 

Take a sneak peak at what your sample ballot will look like. 

My Democratic Ballot

My Republican Ballot

My Libertarian Ballot

The last day to apply an absentee ballot is Friday, August 31st at 5 pm. 

Final District 2 City Council Candidates Forum

Join FPNA and our sister South Boston neighborhood associations for this important community event and hear the differences between our final two Boston City Council candidates: Mike Kelley and Ed Flynn.

District 2 City Council Candidates Forum

October 18, 2017

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (new time)

Mass Bay Credit Union

147 W 4th St (W 4th@ A Sts)

Free Parking

Handicap accessible

Free ride courtesy of Southie Shuttle
5:30 pm departure outside Barlow's Restaurant (241 A Street) 

We all have an important decision to make on November 7th. Make sure you are making an informed decision and then back it up by getting out to VOTE in the final election!

If you are unable to attend, the event will be live streamed on the South Boston Community Bulletin Board on Facebook.

Last day to register to vote is October 18th.

originally published 10.6.17

Are You Ready To Vote?

updated 9/12/17: The South Boston Association of Non-Profits in conjunction with neighborhood associations of South Boston will be hosting a District 2 Candidates Forum on Sept 19th (details below).  

updated 9/11/17: The deadline to request an absentee ballot is September 25, 2017 at 12 pm. More details at Boston.gov. 

Boston's preliminary municipal election is Tuesday, September 26, 2017. On the ballot are four candidates for Mayor and seven candidates for District 2, which includes our South Boston neighborhood of Fort Point and the Seaport. View the complete list of certified candidates in ballot order. There is no preliminary election for City Councillors-At-Large.

Are you registered to vote? To verify that you are registered click here. The registration deadline for the preliminary municipal election is Wednesday, September 6, 2017. You can register online at the Secretary of State website. 

Candidate Forums

A Harbor Candidates Forum will occur at the BSA Space on September 12, 2017 from 5 pm - 7:30 pm. Boston Globe contributor Michael P. Ross will moderate a panel discussion on waterfront issues including development, design, water transportation, climate change, resilience, and equity with candidates from two of Boston’s Harbor districts (districts 1 & 2). Find out more and to R.S.V.P.. 

The South Boston Association of Non-Profits in conjunction with neighborhood associations of South Boston are hosting a District 2 Candidates Forum on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 from 6 pm - 8 pm at UP Academy located at 215 Dorchester St. The event is open to the public.

Election day is Tuesday, November 7, 2017. To vote on November 7th, you must be registered by October 18th. 

originally published 9.6.17

Election Officers Wanted At Upcoming Elections

Interested in a done in a day job? Become an election officer at the polls for upcoming elections. For more details on this one day paid opportunity, click here. The next election is Tuesday, November 3, 2015. If you have not yet registered, you have until October 14th and can apply online.

Are You Registered To Vote?

Whether you are new to Fort Point or newly eligible to vote, the registration deadline to vote in the September 9, 2014 Massachusetts State Primary is Wednesday, August 20th.

In the primary you will be voting for Democratic or Republication candidates to represent their party for in the November 4th election. The positions on the primary ballot are: US Senator, eighth district US Congress Representative (Steven Lynch running unopposed), Governor, Lt. Governor, 4th Suffolk District State Representative (Nick Collins running unopposed) Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, and more. Click here for a full list of State Primary Candidates and positions.

For information on how to register to vote and to download the voter registration form, visit the Massachusetts Secretary of State website.