The State of South Dakota will be holding a Republican gubernatorial runoff election on July 28. The two candidates are Gov. Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden. Absentee voting will begin on June 12.
IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION -- SD Gubernatorial Runoff Election
MONDAY, JULY 13: VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
- Click here to access a fillable voter registration form
- Submit the application in person to the Yankton County Auditor's Office (321 W 3rd St, Yankton, SD 57078)
- If you are in doubt about whether you are registered, check the Voter Information Portal at www.sdsos.gov or call the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
JUNE 12 - JULY 27: EARLY VOTING PERIOD
- Early voting is now planned to open the week of April 27th.
- Vote at the Yankton County Government Center (321 W 3rd St) on weekdays from 9AM - 5PM
- Questions can be directed to the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
TUESDAY, JULY 28: ELECTION DAY
- Polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM
- Click here to view a map of voting centers
- Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State's Website for more information.
The following offices will become vacant due to the expiration of the present term of office: Three Commissioners each for a three year term. For more information, visit the City of Yankton's website.
IMPORTANT DATES & INFORMATION -- City Commission Election
FRIDAY JULY 3: PETITION CIRCULATION BEGINS
- Petitions can be picked up at the City Finance Office during normal business hours or can be printed directly from the South Dakota Secretary of State's website.
TUESDAY AUGUST 18: PETITION FILING DUE DATE
- Petitions must be filed in the City Finance Office or withdrawn by 5 p.m.
- If more than three citizens file petitions, the City of Yankton will combine with Yankton County on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for the General Election.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19: VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE
You MUST be registered and reside in City limits to vote for City Commissioner.
- Click here to access a fillable voter registration form
- Submit the application in person to the Yankton County Auditor's Office (321 W 3rd St, Yankton, SD 57078)
- If you are in doubt about whether you are registered, check the Voter Information Portal at www.sdsos.gov or call the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
SEPTEMBER 18 - NOVEMBER 2: EARLY VOTING PERIOD
- Vote at the Yankton County Government Center (321 W 3rd St) on weekdays from 9AM - 5PM
- Questions can be directed to the Yankton County Auditor's Office at 605-260-4400
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3: ELECTION DAY
- Polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM
- Click here to view a map of voting centers
- Visit the South Dakota Secretary of State's Website for more information.
CANDIDATE FORUMS
Join Yankton County Democrats for an evening of food and discussion on Monday, July 20 from 5:30-7:00 at Riverside Park Shelter #3. This event has been moved to The Boat House (301 E. 3rd St).
Meet democratic candidates running for South Dakota Governor, U.S. House, U.S. Senate, and District 18 House and Senate. This event is open to all and free to attend.
*The content on this webpage has been provided for informational purposes only and does not reflect the views and opinions of the Yankton Thrive organization.