The Alabama gubernatorial election of 2026 will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the next governor of Alabama. The race will determine who serves as the state's chief executive for a four-year term beginning in January 2027, with key issues expected to include economic development, education policy, and public safety.
The Alabama gubernatorial election of 2026 will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the next governor of Alabama. The race will determine who serves as the state's chief executive for a four-year term beginning in January 2027, with key issues expected to include economic development, education policy, and public safety.
To vote in Alabama, residents must register by October 5, 2026, either online through the Alabama Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at a county board of registrars office. On Election Day or during early voting, voters must present a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, or Alabama photo voter ID card; those without ID may cast a provisional ballot and provide identification afterward.
