Runoff early voting opens across Miami-Dade on Dec. 5

Early voting for the December 9 Municipal Runoff Elections kicks off Friday, Dec. 5 in Hialeah, Miami, and Miami Beach.

- Advertisement -
CoM Job Fair-728x90

The elections follow contests where no candidate secured more than 50% during the General Election. The Miami‑Dade Supervisor of Elections Headquarters in Doral will also open its doors during Early Voting hours to support voters.

“Early voting is one of three convenient and secure ways to vote in Miami-Dade, along with voting by mail and voting in person on Election Day,” said Alina Garcia. “Remember, your voice is your vote. Runoff elections are just as important as all the others, so make sure you cast your ballot to elect your municipal officials. These sites are open for the runoff election in Miami, Miami Beach, and Hialeah.”

Runoff Races:

City of Miami

The mayoral runoff features Emilio Gonzalez and Eileen Higgins.

In the District 3 city commissioner runoff, voters will choose between Rolando Escalona and Frank Carollo.

City of Miami Beach

The Group I city commissioner runoff includes Monica Matteo‑Salinas and Monique Pardo Pope.

Palooza 728x90

City of Hialeah

Hialeah City Council Seat 3 will see Gelien Perez go head-to-head with Jessica Castillo.

For City Council Seat 5, the runoff pits William “Willy” Marrero against Javier Morejon. The Hialeah mayoral race was decided on November 4, 2025, avoiding a runoff.

Early Voting Schedule & Locations

Hialeah

  • Friday, Dec. 5: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

    - Advertisement -
    Uber Free Rides 728x90
  • Dec. 6–7, 2025: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • Early Voting Site: John F. Kennedy (JFK) Library — 190 West 49th Street, Hialeah, FL 33012

City of Miami

  • Dec. 5: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

  • Dec. 6–7, 2025: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

  • Early Voting Sites:

    • Carrie P. Meek Senior & Cultural Center — 1300 NW 50th Street, Miami, FL 33142

    • City of Miami City Hall — 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133 (Northeast side entrance; ADA access at front door)

    • Gerry Curtis Park Community Center — 1901 NW 24th Avenue, Miami, FL 33125

    • Hispanic Branch Library — 1398 SW 1st Street, #100, Miami, FL 33135

    • Legion Memorial Park Community Center — 6447 NE 7th Avenue, Miami, FL 33138

    • Shenandoah Branch Library — 2111 SW 19th Street, Miami, FL 33145

    • West Flagler Branch Library — 5050 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33134

    • Stephen P. Clark Center (SOE Branch Office) Lobby — 111 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL 33128

City of Miami Beach

  • Dec. 5–7, 2025: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

  • Early Voting Sites:

    • Miami Beach City Hall — 1700 Convention Center Drive, 1st Floor Conference Room, Miami Beach, FL 33139

    • North Shore Branch Library — 7501 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33141

    • South Shore Community Center (NEW for Runoff) — 833 6th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139

    • Muss Park (NEW for Runoff) — 4300 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

The runoff early voting period highlights newly added polling sites in Miami Beach to expand access for residents, including the South Shore Community Center and Muss Park.

More Stories

Miami-Dade elections office launches redesigned website to improve voter access

The Office of the Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections has launched a redesigned website aimed at making election information more accessible and improving the overall...
florida miami masks

Miami-Dade mayor welcomes indictment of Raul Castro, calls for justice for 1996 victims

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava says the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro marks an important step toward long-awaited accountability in the 1996...

Former Broward Sheriff Ken Jenne granted clemency restoring civil rights

Former Broward County Sheriff Ken Jenne has been granted clemency by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, restoring civil rights he lost following his 2007 federal...

World Cup warm-up: Lauderhill to host kickoff events ahead of FIFA 2026 tournament

As anticipation builds across South Florida ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the City of Lauderhill is positioning itself at the heart of...

Remains of Fort Lauderdale woman missing since 2014 found buried in Miami yard

The remains of a Fort Lauderdale woman who disappeared more than a decade ago have been found buried in a Miami neighborhood, police confirmed...
Florida high-speed train gets grant to improve safety

Brightline partners with Miami Host Committee to support 2026 FIFA World Cup mobility plan

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee announced a strategic alliance with Brightline on Tuesday, naming the rail operator an official Miami World...
home repairs florida

Florida to waive permits for some home repairs under new law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that will exempt certain small residential projects from local building permit requirements beginning July 1. The measure, HB...
florida pennies

Gov. DeSantis signs Florida bills on penny transactions, school policy changes

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed nine bills from the 2026 legislative session into law, including a measure designed to help businesses adjust to...
Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Broward County Schools

Broward could close more than 10 schools in 2027

Broward County Public Schools could undergo its most significant round of school closures in years, with more than 10 schools potentially shutting down in...
florida voting elections

Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections announces 2026 candidate qualifying periods for key local offices

The Office of the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections has released the official pre-qualifying and qualifying schedules for several offices set to appear on...

Latest Articles