Everything you need to know about Early Voting in Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania doesn’t have traditional early voting, but Allegheny County provides options for voters to cast ballots before Election Day.
Looking for information on how to vote early in Pittsburgh? This page summarizes all of the information you need. There is a lot of voting information available from national organizations. The information on this page is directly from the Allegheny County Department of Elections and is specific for Pittsburgh and Allegheny County voters.
Does Pennsylvania have early voting?
No, and yes, sort of. Pennsylvania doesn’t have traditional early voting, but Allegheny County provides options for voters to cast ballots before Election Day.
The city of Pittsburgh is located in Allegheny County. The Allegheny Country Department of Elections has set up Satellite Voting Sites and Ballot Return Sites around the county.
Please double-check the Allegheny County Department of Elections website before you go to one of these locations.
Satellite Voting Sites Near Pittsburgh
What is a Satellite Voting Site in Allegheny County?
At a Satellite Voting Site, voters can:
Can register to vote.Voter Registration ended on Oct. 21, 2024Request a mail-in ballot.
Complete their mail-in ballot
Return their completed mail-in ballot
Dates, Times & Locations for Satellite Voting in Allegheny County
Dates & Times:
Saturday, 10/26/24: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, 10/27/24: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Allegheny County Satellite Voting Locations:
County Office Building Lobby (Ross Street entrance)
Reminder - Street parking is free on Sundays in the city of Pittsburgh. You should be able to find a spot on Ross Street.
Allegheny County Ballot Return Locations
If you have already requested a mail-ib ballot, you can return it in person at one of the following locations.
Ballot Return Dates, Times & Locations
The locations above will be open for ballot returns on:
Tuesday, 10/29/24: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, 10/30/24: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday, 10/31/24: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday, 11/01/24: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday, 11/02/24: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, 11/03/24: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday, 11/04/24: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Returning your mail-in ballot to the Allegheny County Department of Elections in Downtown Pittsburgh
Voters will be able to turn in their ballot at the County Office Building on the following days:
Tuesday, 10/29/24:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 10/30/24: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday, 10/31/24: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday, 11/01/24: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday, 11/02/24: Not Open
Sunday, 11/03/24: Not Open
Monday, 11/04/24: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 11/5/24: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Can I drop off someone else's ballot for them?
You can only drop off a ballot for another voter if that voter has filled out the Designated Agent Form.
From the Pennsylvania Department of Elections website:
Under Pennsylvania law, voters may return only their own ballots. The only exception to this is for voters with a disability who designate someone in writing to deliver their ballot for them.
Who can I call for help?
If you need help voting or returning a ballot, contact the Allegheny County Elections Division at 412-350-4500.