|
November 4, 2025 Miami Beach Elections
Early voting begins on Monday, October 20
| |
Para leer esta información electoral en español, por favor, haga clic aquí.
| | |
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Miami Beach residents will elect a Mayor and Commissioners in Groups I, II, and III. If no candidate receives a majority vote in any group, a Run-Off Election will be held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, during the same hours. Read more on the upcoming election.
Watch the 2025 Miami Beach Candidate Video Presentations, available in English and Spanish.
Key Dates to Remember
Monday, October 20, 2025, through Sunday, November 2, 2025: Early voting will be held at the following two sites located in the City of Miami Beach:
-
Miami Beach City Hall: 1700 Convention Center Drive, 1st Floor Conference Room, Miami Beach
-
North Shore Branch Library: 7501 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during all early voting hours.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 5 p.m.: Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked) a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the General Election.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 7 p.m.: Deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive (not just postmarked) a completed Vote-by-Mail ballot if returned through the U.S. Postal Service. If a voter waits until Election Day to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballot, they can drop it off at the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (Main Office), 2700 NW 87 Avenue, Miami, FL 33172 by 7 p.m., or they can choose to vote in person at their precinct once election officials confirm that the voter’s ballot has not been received.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Election Day: Vote at the designated precinct listed on your Voter Information Card issued by the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections.
| |
Choose the Way to Vote that Works for You
Some voters prefer going through the ballot on their own time in the comfort of their own homes and voting by mail. Others prefer heading out to an Early Voting location on a day that is convenient for them and casting their ballot before Election Day. Then there are voters who enjoy the tradition of going to their precinct on Election Day to vote.
| | |
Vote Early
Vote Early Voting early lets you cast your ballot before Election Day. If you are a registered Miami Beach voter, you can vote at any of the designated Early Voting sites in Miami Beach. For the General Election, there will be two Early Voting locations.
Early Voting for the General Election is from Monday, October 20, 2025, through Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Early Voting hours will be as follows:
-
October 20–24 (Monday to Friday): 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
-
October 25–26 (Saturday and Sunday): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
-
October 27–31 (Monday to Friday): 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
-
November 1–2 (Saturday and Sunday): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Early Voting locations for the General Election:
-
Miami Beach City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive, First Floor Conference Room
-
North Shore Branch Library, 7501 Collins Avenue
Free parking has been reserved for early voters at both the Miami Beach City Hall Garage* and the North Shore Branch Library.
*The City Hall Garage (G7) is located at 1755 Meridian Avenue. The entrance to the City Hall Garage is located on 18 Street between Meridian Avenue and Convention Center Drive.
| | |
Vote-By-Mail
Any registered Miami-Dade County voter can request to vote by mail by going online at www.iamelectionready.org and selecting “Vote by Mail” or by calling 305.499.VOTE (8683) or 305.499.8480 (TTY).
The deadline to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the Tuesday, November 4, 2025, General Election is 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The deadline for the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections to receive your Vote-by-Mail ballot is 7 p.m. on Election Day – Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Under Florida law, a request for a Vote-by-Mail ballot expires after each General Election (every 2 years). To vote by mail in 2025, you must submit a new Vote-by-Mail request. Visit www.iamelectionready.org and select “Vote by Mail” or call 305.499.VOTE (8683) or 305.499.8480 (TTY) for more information.
How to return your Vote-by-Mail Ballot?
By Mail - A Vote-by-Mail ballot can be sent through the U.S. Postal Service. Postage is prepaid, so no additional postage is required. The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections must receive the ballot by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
At a Secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box Located at an Early Voting Site - You do not even have to go inside! Vote-by-Mail ballots can be dropped in a secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box outside any of the Miami Beach Early Voting locations. Just look for the “Official Ballot Drop Box!” banner. Drop Boxes are drive-up and secure. Please bring your ID. A secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Box will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during opening hours. For a list of Early Voting dates and times, please click here or call the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7411 or 711 (TTY).
At the Office of the Supervisor of Elections - You can also return your Vote-by-Mail ballot to the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Main Office, 2700 NW 87 Avenue, Miami, FL 33172. The ballot must be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
On Election Day - If a voter waits until Election Day to submit their Vote-by-Mail ballot, they can drop it off at the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections (Main Office), 2700 NW 87 Avenue, Miami, FL 33172. The Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections must receive the ballot by 7 p.m. on Election Day. If the voter prefers, they can choose to vote in person at their assigned precinct once election officials confirm that their mailed ballot has not been received.
By Voter’s Designee - A voter can authorize another person, known as a designee, to return their Vote-by-Mail ballot. Designees should visit www.iamelectionready.org and select “Vote by Mail” or call 305.499.VOTE (8683) or 305.499.8480 (TTY) for additional instructions before returning ballots on behalf of others.
After you submit your Vote-by-Mail ballot, you can track its status to see when it is accepted. To do so, visit www.iamelectionready.org and select “Vote by Mail.”
| | |
Vote on Election Day
Prefer to vote in person? Many voters enjoy the tradition and community spirit of casting their ballot on Election Day. If that is you, here is what you need to know:
Where to Vote - You must vote at your assigned precinct, which is based on your home address. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on General Election Day Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Not sure where to vote? Check your Voter Information Card, visit www.iamelectionready.org, and select “Vote on Election Day,” or call 311 to find your polling location.
What to Bring - Florida law requires voters to show a current and valid photo ID that includes both a signature and a photograph. Common options include a Florida driver license, state ID, or U.S. passport. For a list of accepted IDs, visit www.iamelectionready.org and select “Vote on Election Day.”
| | |
Voters with Special Needs
Miami Beach is dedicated to making sure every voter, regardless of ability, age, or language, can participate fully, independently, and confidently in the democratic process. All polling locations are ADA-compliant and equipped with ExpressVote ballot-marking devices. Voters can bring assistance or ask for help from poll workers. Accessible Vote-by-Mail ballots are also available upon request at www.iamelectionready.org by selecting “Voters with Special Needs” and then choosing “Accessible Vote-By-Mail Ballot,” or by calling 305.499.VOTE (8683). If you have questions or need accommodation, contact the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections at 305.499.VOTE (8683) or 305.499.8480 (TTY).
| | |
Review Your Sample Ballot
No matter how you plan to vote, whether by Vote-by-Mail, during Early Voting, or in person on Election Day, reviewing your customized sample ballot ahead of time is a smart move. Doing so in advance helps you make informed decisions and saves time at the polls. To view your customized sample ballot, visit www.iamelectionready.org and select “View your voter information.”
| | |
Get Informed. Get Involved. Vote.
Stay informed about the candidates, their platforms, and the issues that matter most to you. Attend candidate forums, review campaign materials, and talk with neighbors and friends to make well-informed decisions. This is your chance to influence the future of Miami Beach. Every vote counts. Mark your calendar for the General Election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, and the Run-Off Election (if required) on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Be part of the democratic process that shapes our city’s leadership and future.
For more information, visit www.votemiamibeach.com or call the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7411.
| | | | |