ARIZONA ELECTION 2026
Governor | Attorney general| Superintendent | Other statewide offices | Ballot measures | Legislature | Judges | Metro Phoenix council, mayor races
Arizona’s general election on Nov. 3 will decide who holds the state’s top offices.
Voters will choose who serves as governor, attorney general, schools chief and secretary of state. A litany of congressional, legislative and local races across metro Phoenix are also on the ballot, along with statewide and local ballot measures.
If you are an Arizona resident, will be at least 18 years old by Election Day and are registered to vote, you are eligible to cast a ballot. Early voting begins and ballots will start being mailed on Oct.
The Republic and azcentral.com have key information on every race to help you make the best choices for you.
Here’s what to know about the candidates, races and ballot measures.
Arizona governor
Will Katie Hobbs earn a second term? The highest
office in Arizona is up for grabs, as Republican Andy Biggs tries to unseat the incumbent, Democrat Katie Hobbs.
Arizona congressional races
Arizona could reshape control of U.S. House: Democrats look to earn the majority in the U.S. House, and a few races in Arizona could help determine what party keeps control.
Arizona attorney general
Friend or foe to Trump administration? Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes seeks a second term while Republican Warren Petersen vies for the state's top enforcement job.
Arizona superintendent
What will education in Arizona look like? Teresa Leyba Ruiz looks to put Democrats back in charge of Arizona schools, while Republican Kimberly Yee seeks another top statewide office.
Arizona Legislature
Close to home: Elections across metro Phoenix will decide who will represent Arizona in the state House and Senate.
Ballot measures
Ballot measures: Arizona voters will decide on eight ballot measures this November covering election rules, taxes and school spending.
Metro Phoenix races
Local leadership: Elections across metro Phoenix cities and towns could shake up councils and mayoral seats.
Secretary of state, treasurer and Corporation Commission
Consequential races: Arizona elections, finances and energy use are on the ballot with secretary of state, state treasurer, Corporation Commission and mine inspector.
Arizona judges
Will Arizona judges be retained? One state Supreme Court justice and 81 Appeals and Superior Court judges are up for a retention vote in the Nov. 3 election.
This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Arizona 2026 general election guide: What voters need to know
