Florida’s August 18, 2026 primary lands right in the middle of back-to-school chaos and late-summer schedules. If you’re on the ballot, your yard sign design needs to be ready long before families settle into fall routines. Use these
Florida-ready primary yard sign templates to drop in your name and send them straight to our design team.
Always double-check your state and local sign rules before printing, but these layouts work for everything from school board and city commission to sheriff and county races across Florida.
Quick Florida sign rules (not legal advice)
- 2026 election timing: Primary August 18, 2026; general election November 3, 2026. (Confirm local contests separately.)
- Private property with permission: Safest placement is private property with the owner’s permission. Local ordinances may still set rules for size, setbacks, and visibility at intersections.
- Avoid public right-of-way: Don’t place signs in state/county/city rights-of-way. FDOT guidance reminds campaigns that political signs may not be placed in the right-of-way of state (and certain federal) highways, and unauthorized
signs may be removed.
- Removal (30 days): Florida law requires each candidate to make a good-faith effort to remove political campaign advertisements within 30 days after withdrawing, being eliminated, or being elected.
Sources (official)
Florida 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 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, COUNTY COMMISSION • DISTRICT 5)
Great if you’re already in office and want simple name + office reinforcement.
Template 3 – Down-Ballot & Local
Top: VOTE AUG 18
Middle: LAST NAME
Bottom: SCHOOL BOARD, SHERIFF, or JUDGE
Perfect for local and county races where the office matters more than party label.
Why we print these on SmartFlute® yard signs:
Patented SmartFlute® board blocks light, so double-sided designs don’t ghost through in Florida sun and afternoon storms.
Eco-friendly: made from recycled material, so you can brag about that on the campaign trail.
We print SmartFlute® yard signs starting at $2.99 each (100 signs) with 1-color printing, double-sided printing, H-stakes, 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.
Start your Florida design with custom campaign yard signs or ask us for a free design proof based
on these yard sign templates before you file.
FAQ: Florida Primary Yard Signs
1. When is the 2026 Florida primary and when should I start putting yard signs out?
Florida’s statewide primary election is scheduled for August 18, 2026. State law focuses more on where signs can go and when they must be removed than on one statewide start date, so timing is mostly governed by local sign codes. Many campaigns aim to
start placing signs 4–8 weeks before the primary, as long as their city or county allows it.
2. How long can I leave my Florida campaign signs up after the election?
Florida law says each candidate must make a good-faith effort to remove all political campaign advertisements within 30 days after withdrawing, being eliminated in the race, or being elected to office. Some counties are stricter and may require removal
sooner, so check with your local Supervisor of Elections or code enforcement office.
3. Where should I place Florida campaign yard signs?
The safest approach is to keep signs on private property with the owner’s permission—supporters’ front yards, friendly businesses, and campaign HQ. Temporary political campaign signs on private property generally do not require a state permit, but signs
placed in state, county, or city rights-of-way can be removed by the authorities, and FDOT specifically prohibits campaign signs on state highway rights-of-way.
4. Do Florida campaign yard signs need a “paid for by” disclaimer?
Florida law requires many political advertisements (including many signs) to include a disclaimer identifying who paid for/approved the communication, and the exact wording varies by candidate/committee type and context. In practice, campaigns include
a clear “Paid political advertisement paid for and approved by…” style line and verify the exact required text using the Florida Division of Elections guidance before printing.
