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🇺🇸 Providence mayor election 2026 elections
Providence elects a mayor on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. State Rep. David Morales (Democrat) ousted incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley in the September primary and faces Republican Dave Talan, according to Rhode Island Current’s voter guide. Commission: City of Providence — 2026 election information.
Last updated: · As of 9:25 p.m. ET, Oct 26, 2026. Confirm every figure and name on the linked official commission or city clerk site before you vote or report results.
Page status: Preview: election Nov 3, 2026
Countdown
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Providence mayor election 2026: 8 days until 3 Nov 2026
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Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Democratic primary: David Morales defeated incumbent Brett Smiley (Rhode Island Current) | |
| General election day |
Mayoral candidates
Rhode Island Current’s general-election voter guide lists these two candidates.
Mayor of Providence
- David Morales (Democrat), state representative
- Dave Talan (Republican), retired engineer
Official list: Rhode Island Current: Mayor of Providence voter guide
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Status
Preview page. No results yet. Voting day is November 3.
3 Nov 2026 · Mayor of Providence
Providence mayor 2026: voting not yet held
Mayor of Providence · Last updated: · As of 9:25 p.m. ET, Oct 26, 2026
Other names may appear on the ballot; confirm on the City canvassers’ page.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Providence mayor election?
Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Who is running?
David Morales (D) and Dave Talan (R), per Rhode Island Current.
What happened to Mayor Brett Smiley?
He lost the September 9 Democratic primary to David Morales (Rhode Island Current).
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