The City of Rochester is reminding all eligible voters to participate in the Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at polling locations throughout the city.
To learn more about the candidates on the ballot, check out Meet the Candidates, a nonpartisan video series offering candidates the opportunity to introduce themselves to voters. Videos are organized by office/ward and listed alphabetically by candidate name.
Rochester Listens and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce hosted televised candidate forums featuring individuals seeking election to the offices of Mayor, City Council, and School Board. Click the links below to watch online.
Residents can find information about voter eligibility, required identification, and proof of domicile at www.sos.nh.gov/elections/register-vote. Recent changes under House Bill 1569, which took effect in 2024, outline new requirements for proof of identity and domicile when registering to vote.
Polling locations for the November 4 election are as follows:
- Ward 1 – Salmon Falls School, 753 Salmon Falls Road
- Ward 2 – Chamberlain Street School, 65 Chamberlain Street
- Ward 3 – Gonic Elementary School, 10 Railroad Avenue
- Ward 4 – McClelland Elementary School, 59 Brock Street
- Ward 5 – James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street
- Ward 6 – Elks Lodge #1393, 295 Columbus Avenue
Residents are encouraged to verify their registration status, review sample ballots, and confirm their polling location. More information can be found at www.rochesternh.gov/city-clerks-office/election-information.