Fairfax County Sees 8,000 Ballots Cast on First Day of Expanded Early Voting

Fairfax County, Virginia, reported a significant turnout on the inaugural day of its expanded early voting period, with more than 8,000 ballots cast across 16 locations. This surge in participation occurred yesterday, following the opening of additional voting sites designed to enhance voter accessibility ahead of the November 4, 2025, general election.The Fairfax County Office of Elections announced the turnout via social media, stating, "> On the first day of expanded early voting at 16 locations yesterday, more than 8,000 ballots were cast." This marks a robust start to the early voting period, which began on September 19 at initial locations and expanded to 13 additional sites on October 23.All 16 early voting locations, including the Fairfax County Government Center and various community centers and libraries, are scheduled to remain open through Saturday and Sunday. Extended hours and weekend operations are part of the county's effort to accommodate voters' schedules. Voters can find detailed information on hours and current wait times through the official Fairfax County Votes channels.Virginia law permits in-person early voting without requiring a specific reason or excuse, commencing 45 days before a general election. This provision allows any registered Fairfax County voter to cast their ballot at any designated early voting location within the county, offering flexibility compared to Election Day precinct-specific voting. The early voting period for the November 4, 2025, election concludes on November 1.