Thousands of people have already come to the polling locations in Dutchess County to cast their ballots in this year’s elections.

Board of Elections officials have announced that more than 5,000 people came out to vote early over the weekend into Monday.

Long lines could be seen at Fishkill town hall where residents brought umbrellas and chairs to make waiting more comfortable.

"I just think it’s really important to do it because this is my future and I just think I should be a part of it. And this is such a monumental moment so I definitely want to do my part," says Mackenzie Boric, first time voter from Fishkill.

This is the first time New Yorkers can vote early during a presidential election.

Click here for early voting hours and locations.