Presidential elections occur every 4 years; the Presidential Primary is held in March and the election is held in November.
State elections occur every other year in even numbered years; the State Primary is conducted in September and the election is held in November.
City elections occur every other year in odd numbered years; the primary (if there is one) is held in September or October, and the election is held in November.
For additional information, please contact the Election and Census Commission at 978-674-1200.