With November just around the corner, here’s some key information to know about Boulder’s next election on Nov. 5, 2024.
Holiday Closures
In observance of the winter holidays, the City of Boulder is adjusting its operations schedules.
Key Dates
- Oct. 11: Ballots begin to be mailed to all active, registered Boulder County voters (non-overseas voters). 24-hour ballot drop boxes open. Traveling or need to vote earlier? See voting locations under BoulderCountyVotes.gov for options.
- Oct. 21: Vote Centers begin to open for in-person registration and voting services.
- Oct. 28: Last day to be mailed a ballot. Also, last recommended day to return your ballot by mail (simply use a drop box after this date).
- Oct. 29: National Vote Early Day.
- Nov. 5: Election Day. Ballots due by 7 p.m. Postmarks do not count. Vote Centers open and Ballot-to-Go service begins.
Registering to Vote
Colorado does not have a registration deadline for voting.
If eligible and a new voter in Colorado, you can register and vote up to and including Election Day. However, if you would like to receive a ballot in the mail, the last day to register or change your registration mailing address is Monday, Oct. 28. After this date, if eligible, you can still register, including online, but you must visit a Vote Center in person to request a ballot, vote in person, or use the Ballot-to-Go service.
In order to register, you must:
- Be 18 years of age by election day
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Have resided in Colorado 22 days prior to the election.
- Must not be serving a sentence of confinement or detention for a felony conviction (NOTE: Those on probation or parole ARE ELIGIBLE to vote.)
If registering and voting in person, ID is required.
Ways to Vote
There are several ways you can vote.
Complete and Return Your Mail Ballot or Go Vote In Person
All ballots must be received by 7 p.m. on Election Day (Nov. 5).
You can return your ballot by mail (mail no later than Oct. 28), by drop box or to a Vote Center. Any Colorado voter may return their ballot to any official Colorado county clerk drop box or office/vote center. Below are City of Boulder locations. See BoulderCountyVotes.gov for additional county locations and see GoVoteColorado.gov for additional Colorado locations.
Drop Your Ballot off at a 24-Hour Ballot Drop Box Starting Oct. 11.
| Location | Address | Map & Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder County Clerk & Recorder | 1750 33rd Street (east side of parking lot) | Directions to Boulder County Clerk & Recorder |
| Boulder County Courthouse | 2025 14th Street (East Wing entrance) | Directions to Boulder County Courthouse |
| Boulder County Housing & Human Services | 3400 Broadway at Iris Avenue | Directions to Boulder County Housing & Human Services |
| CU Campus – University Memorial Center | 1669 Euclid Avenue (closest to Euclid Avenue entrance) | Directions to CU Campus - University Memorial Center |
| CU Campus – Williams Village Center | 500 30th Street (bus stop / lane) | Directions to CU Campus - Williams Village Center |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA) | 1575 Yarmouth Avenue (16th Street entrance) | Directions to Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA) |
| South Boulder Recreation Center | 1360 Gillaspie Drive | Directions to South Boulder Recreation Center |
| Gunbarrel - Avery Brewing | 4910 Nautilus Court N (east parking lot) | Directions to Avery Brewing |
Vote In-Person at a Vote Center, Starting Oct. 21.
Below are City of Boulder and Gunbarrel in-person Vote Centers. Bring an acceptable form of ID to vote or register and vote.
View the full list of Boulder County voting locations
| Location | Address | Map & Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder County Clerk & Recorder (Open Oct. 21 - Nov. 5) | 1750 33rd Street | Directions to Boulder County Clerk & Recorder |
| CU Campus – University Memorial Center (Open Oct. 21 - Nov. 5) | 1669 Euclid Avenue (very limited parking) | Directions to CU Campus - University Memorial Center |
| Workforce Boulder County (Open Nov. 1 - Nov. 5) | 1333 Iris Avenue | Directions to Workforce Boulder County |
| Boulder Public Library (Open Nov. 1 - Nov. 5) | 1001 Arapahoe Ave. | Directions to Boulder Public Library |
| South Boulder Recreation Center (Open Nov. 4 - Nov. 5) | 1360 Gillaspie Drive | Directions to South Boulder Recreation Center |
| CU Campus - Williams Village (Open Nov. 4 - Nov. 5) | 500 30th St. (very limited parking) | Directions to CU Campus - Williams Village |
| Gunbarrel - Hampton Inn | 6333 Lookout Road | Directions to Hampton Inn Gunbarrel |
If voting in-person on Nov. 5 (Election Day), you must be in line before 7 p.m.
Note on Where You Can Vote
While Colorado voters can vote anywhere in Colorado, if you are voting in a county outside of the county you are registered in, you will have to vote an "Official Statewide Ballot" which will only have statewide contests, such as president, statewide offices, and ballot measures.
Transportation to the Polls
- Lime is offering free rides to the polls from Oct. 29 (Vote Early Day) to Nov. 5 (Election Day). Use code VOTE2024 in the Lime app to take a free e-scooter or e-bike ride to and from your polling place.
- RTD in collaboration with the Colorado County Clerks Association is offering a zero fare day on Nov. 5 (Election Day) to encourage voter participation. This includes the local HOP bus service.
- Boulder BCycle is offering free Single Ride passes on Nov. 5 (Election Day). Download the BCycle app, register a free Single Ride pass using promo code "11524" and ride to the polls! Keep your trips under 30 minutes to avoid overtime fees.
What's on the Ballot?
Three City of Boulder ballot measures will appear on the ballot for the Nov. 5, 2024 Special Municipal Election:
- City of Boulder Ballot Question 2C - Council Pay
- City of Boulder Ballot Question 2D - Executive Sessions
- City of Boulder Ballot Question 2E - Boards and Commissions Charter Cleanup
Voting FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about voting on the City of Boulder Voting and Election Information webpage. Also, see the Boulder County Elections Know Your Voting Rights page which tackles more challenging questions around your right to vote.
More Information
Find more information about City of Boulder elections.
Additional information on countywide ballot content, mail ballot security, key dates and more can be found on BoulderCountyVotes.gov.