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Lafayette Mayor-President Election

Election Date:October 15, 2026Register by:September 25, 2026
Current holder:Josh Guillory(Republican)

The Lafayette Mayor-President Election is a consolidated city-parish election held on October 15, 2026, to elect the chief executive of Lafayette City-Parish government in Louisiana. This office combines the roles of mayor of the City of Lafayette and president of the Lafayette Parish Council, overseeing municipal and parish-wide services.

About This Race

The Lafayette Mayor-President Election is a consolidated city-parish election held on October 15, 2026, to elect the chief executive of Lafayette City-Parish government in Louisiana. This office combines the roles of mayor of the City of Lafayette and president of the Lafayette Parish Council, overseeing municipal and parish-wide services.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
October 15, 2026
Registration Deadline
September 25, 2026
Early Voting Starts
October 1, 2026
Early Voting Ends
October 14, 2026

How to Vote

Louisiana residents must be registered to vote by September 25, 2026, to participate in the election. Voters can cast ballots in person on Election Day at their assigned polling place, during the early voting period from October 1 to October 14, 2026, or by requesting an absentee ballot if eligible. A valid photo ID is required for in-person voting.

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Incumbent
Republican

Josh Guillory

Lafayette Mayor-President

Biography

Incumbent Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory is seeking re-election in 2026. A former Louisiana state senator and veterinarian, Guillory highlights his record on infrastructure development, public safety, and fiscal management as reasons for his continued leadership.

Campaign Website
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Democratic

Robideaux

Lafayette Mayor-President

Biography

Republican-turned-Democrat candidate Joey Durel Robideaux, former Lafayette Mayor-President (2004-2016), is running to return to office with a focus on economic revitalization, smart growth, and rebuilding public trust in city-parish governance.

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