According to the N.C. State Board of Elections, Burke County voters may vote at any early voting location. Early Voting Sites:
Burke County Board of Elections: 2128 S Sterling Street, Suite 100, Morganton
Burke County Sr Center: 501 N Green St, Morganton
Glen Alpine Town Hall: 103 Pitt St, 28628 Pitts St, Glen Alpine
Rutherford College Town Hall: 980 Malcolm Blvd, Rutherford College
East Burke Sr Center: 101 Main Avenue W, Hildebran
Polling locations will be open:
*Thursday, October 15th through Saturday, October 31st, Weekdays 8:00 am until 7:30 pm
*Saturday, October 24th and October 31st 8:00 am until 3:00 pm
**You may register and vote on the same day during EARLY VOTING. Bring a photo ID and proof of residency, such as a power bill or driver's license with your Burke County address.**
ELECTION DAY is November 3, 2026
You MUST vote in your precinct on Election Day. Polling places will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Any voter in line at their assigned polling place at 7:30 p.m. can vote. Remember to bring your photo ID.
If you need a ride, call 828-475-6198. Leave a message, and someone will call you back to arrange a date and time.