Whatever happens in Annapolis primary election on Sept. 16 and general election on Nov. 4, the mayor’s office and at least half the City Council will turn over. Term limits prevent Democratic Mayor Gavin Buckley from running again and four council incumbents are vacating their seats — one to run for mayor. Check key election dates, follow Capital Gazette election coverage and get to know the candidates in this 2025 Annapolis election voter guide.

Annapolis primary and general election key dates

Sept. 15: City begins accepting applications for emergency absentee ballots for primary

Sept. 16: Primary election (7 a.m.-8 p.m.)

Sept. 24: Voter registration reopens

Oct. 6: Deadline for registering to vote or changing address, name or party affiliation for general election

Oct. 31:

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