Primary Elections
Nevada Primary Elections 2026
Primary date, filing deadlines, key contested races, and what to watch in Nevada ahead of the 2026 general election.
June 9, 2026
Primary Date
None
Runoff / RCV
March 2026
Filing Deadline
Very High — Senate open seat,
Competitiveness
Key 2026 Primary Races
| U.S. Senate | Jacky Rosen (D) is retiring — major open seat |
| Governor | Joe Lombardo (R) up 2026 |
| U.S. House | NV-3 (Susie Lee) and NV-4 (Horsford) competitive |
2026 Primary Overview
Nevada is a top Senate battleground. Jacky Rosen is retiring, creating an open seat. The state has had competitive Senate and governor races in recent cycles. Democratic and Republican primaries will feature competitive fields.