The Atlanta Press Club has arranged a two‑day debate for the final statewide candidates, set to take place at the Georgia Public Broadcasting Midtown Atlanta studios. The event will run on October 13 and 14, 2026, aligning with the first day of early voting in the state.
Early voting opens on October 13, 2026, and will continue for three weeks, concluding on the day of the general election, November 3, 2026. By scheduling the debate on the same day that early voting begins, organizers aim to give voters immediate access to the candidates' positions as they start casting ballots.
The debate will be hosted at GPB's Midtown Atlanta studios, a location that provides a central setting for the candidates and media coverage. The Atlanta Press Club, in partnership with Georgia Public Broadcasting, is overseeing the logistics of the event, which will feature the remaining contenders for statewide offices.
The timing of the debate is significant because it offers voters a chance to hear directly from the candidates while they are still in the early voting period. Voters who begin their ballots on October 13 will have the benefit of fresh information from the debate before completing their selections.
The three‑week early voting window, beginning on the same day as the debate, leads up to the November 3 general election. This schedule is designed to encourage higher participation by providing ample time for voters to make informed decisions after hearing the candidates discuss key issues during the two‑day forum.