The Brief Early voting in Virginia began on Friday, Sept. 19. Early voting in Virginia began on Friday. At the top of the ticket are governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general. Voters turn out:The governor’s race between Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears is drawing the most attention. With more than a month of early voting, campaigns are working to get voters out early, registered and ready for election day on Nov. 4 and overall, both parties are urging Virginians to plan ahead.