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when is arizona governor election

The next Arizona governor election is scheduled for November 3, 2026.

Quick Scoop: Key Dates

  • General election (governor): November 3, 2026.
  • Statewide primary elections: August 4, 2026.

In 2026, Arizona voters will also, for the first time, choose a governor and lieutenant governor as a joint ticket , due to a change approved by voters in 2022 (Proposition 131).

Arizona 2026 Governor Election Timeline

Stage Date What it means
Primary elections August 4, 2026 Parties choose their nominees for governor (and effectively their ticket for governor + lieutenant governor).
General election November 3, 2026 Arizona voters elect the next governor in the statewide general election.

Why this election is notable

  • It’s the first time Arizona will elect a lieutenant governor on the same ticket as governor, following Proposition 131’s approval in 2022.
  • The race is expected to draw national attention because Arizona remains a high-profile battleground state.

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