Delaware’s 2026 statewide primary is scheduled for September 15, with the general election on November 3. In a small state where voters drive past the same corners every day, your yard sign layout does a lot of the heavy
lifting. Getting your design and compliance basics set now means you’re not scrambling once filing, fundraising, and canvassing all hit at once.
Below are simple Delaware-ready primary yard sign template ideas you can plug your name into and hand off to our design team.
Always double-check your state and local sign rules before printing, but these layouts work for everything from city council and school board to state House, state Senate, and county races across Delaware.
Quick Delaware sign rules (not legal advice)
- Primary timing: Statewide primary on September 15, 2026; general election on November 3, 2026.
- State right-of-way (ROW): DelDOT says campaign signs may not be placed within the State’s right-of-way along state-maintained roadways and may be removed.
- Limited “election season” window: DelDOT’s guidance describes “election season” as generally 30 days before and 30 days after any Delaware Department of Elections-recognized election. During that window, DelDOT guidance
also notes signs must still be kept out of the roadway clear zone (e.g., not within 10 feet of the road edge).
- Private property with permission: Signs on private property with the owner’s permission are generally allowed—just stay off state ROW and follow local sign/zoning rules.
- Polling place buffer (50 feet): Delaware law bans electioneering inside a polling place and within 50 feet of the entrance to the building where the voting room is located while voting is underway.
- “Paid for by” identification: Delaware law and regulations include “Paid for by [committee/person]” identification requirements for certain campaign advertisements (with thresholds/exceptions). Many campaigns include a “Paid for by”
line on yard signs as a practical default; confirm requirements for your committee and communication type.
Sources (official)
Delaware primary yard sign templates you can steal:
Template 1 – Challenger, Short and Strong
Top: ELECT
Middle: FIRST + LAST NAME
Bottom: OFFICE and one short value: NEW VOICE • LOCAL FOCUS
Best for newcomers in competitive Delaware primaries who want to feel fresh without cluttering the sign.
Template 2 – Incumbent Re-Elect Layout
Top: RE-ELECT
Middle: LAST NAME (big, bold)
Bottom: OFFICE (for example, CITY COUNCIL • DISTRICT 2, SCHOOL BOARD, or STATE REPRESENTATIVE)
Great if you’re already in office and want a simple name + office reinforcement on commuter routes and neighborhood corners.
Template 3 – Down-Ballot & Local
Top: VOTE SEPTEMBER 15
Middle: LAST NAME
Bottom: SCHOOL BOARD, LEVY COURT, or JUDGE
Perfect for local and judicial races where the office matters more than party label, and voters mainly remember your name.
Why we print these on SmartFlute® yard signs:
SmartFlute® is UZ Marketing’s patented yard sign board with light-blocking channels, so double-sided designs don’t ghost through in Delaware sun or under parking-lot lights.
Eco-friendly: made from recycled material, so you can talk about sustainability while your signs work along state routes, beach corridors, and neighborhood streets.
At UZ Marketing, we print SmartFlute® yard signs starting at $2.99 each (100 signs, 1-color) with double-sided printing,
H-stakes included, free shipping, fast turnaround with rush options, and a 14-day Price Match Guarantee as long as all specs align.
Watch out for “too good to be true” pricing on other sites. Many super-cheap offers are for smaller half-sized signs with single-sided printing,
thin material, and no stakes or shipping included. Our $2.99 each (100) pricing is for full-size 18" x 24" SmartFlute® yard signs, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
Once you approve your proof, we move your order into production quickly. Rush options at checkout are designed to help campaigns hit tight timelines, while delivery timing still depends on your location
and the carrier.
Start your Delaware design in the candidate yard sign builder or ask us for a free design proof based on these political yard sign templates before you file.
FAQ – Delaware primary yard signs
1. When is the 2026 Delaware primary, and when should I start putting yard signs out?
Delaware’s statewide primary is on September 15, 2026, with the general election on November 3, 2026. Many campaigns roll out their main wave of yard signs in the 4–8 weeks before the primary, then refresh before the general, where needed. DelDOT also
describes an ‘election season’ window (often 30 days before/after an election), so campaigns typically plan sign deployment around that timeline while still keeping signs off state right-of-way.
2. Where should I place Delaware campaign yard signs?
Your safest placements are private property with the owner’s permission—supporters’ yards, friendly businesses, and campaign HQs. DelDOT’s roadside control guidance explains that signs may not be placed within the State’s right-of-way along state-maintained
roads, and illegally placed signs can be removed as safety hazards. In practice, most campaigns keep SmartFlute® yard signs
clearly on private land (well back from the edge of state routes) and check local sign and zoning ordinances, plus any HOA rules, before blanketing busy corners.
3. How close can Delaware campaign signs be to a polling place?
Under 15 Del. Code § 4942, no one may electioneer inside a polling place or within 50 feet of the entrance to the building where the voting room is located while the election is being conducted. “Electioneering” includes displaying or distributing campaign
materials, so most campaigns place yard signs well outside the 50-foot zone and follow any markings or instructions from election officials.
4. Do Delaware campaign yard signs need a “paid for by” disclaimer?
Delaware’s campaign finance rules include ‘Paid for by…’ identification requirements for certain political advertising (with thresholds/exceptions). Many campaigns include a ‘Paid for by’ line on yard signs as a practical default while also making sure
the wording satisfies any applicable FEC disclaimer rules for federal races. Campaigns usually have their treasurer or counsel approve the final disclaimer before printing.
