# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-08:00)
- **Event Description**: Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum

Tuesday, October 13
8 Star Events Center

This forum will bring together candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Alaska for a focused discussion on statewide leadership, Alaska’s economic future and the major policy decisions that will shape communities and businesses across the state.

Topics may include:

Alaska’s budget and long-term fiscal stability
Economic growth and private-sector investment
Energy affordability, reliability and development
Resource development and responsible permitting
Public safety and essential state services
Housing and workforce challenges
Transportation and infrastructure
Education and workforce development
Alaska’s long-term competitiveness
The administration’s priorities for Interior Alaska

The Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum Series provides a professional, nonpartisan opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their priorities, leadership approach and vision for Alaska’s future.

Open to the Public

You do not need to be a Chamber member to attend. Registration is required, and advance registration is strongly encouraged as space is limited.

Registration Options:

Listening Fee: $5
Lunch: $30 Chamber members | $35 non-members
Table of 8 with lunch: $300 members | $325 non-members
Ask the Candidates

In addition to questions developed by the Chamber’s forum planning committee, attendees will have opportunities to participate and hear candidates respond to questions focused on Alaska’s economy, business climate and the issues that matter to Interior Alaska.

A Nonpartisan Forum

The Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce does not endorse candidates participating in these forums. The Candidate Forum Series is designed to provide a fair, nonpartisan platform for public education, civic engagement and meaningful discussion about the decisions affecting Alaska’s communities and economy.

Learn More & Register

Visit FairbanksChamber.org/Political-Forums for registration, the complete 2026 forum schedule, voter resources, frequently asked questions and additional information.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Businesses and organizations can support the 2026 Candidate Forum Series while gaining visibility with Chamber members, community leaders, candidates and attendees throughout the series. Sponsorship information is available on the Political Forums webpage.

We encourage Chamber members, voters, business leaders and community members to join us, hear directly from the candidates and engage in the conversation about Alaska’s future.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairbanks/governor-lt-governor-candidate-forum/200030605951411
- **Event Categories**: Business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fairbanks
- **state**: AK
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 8 Star Events Center
- **lat**: 64.819019717262
- **long**: -147.7393238544
- **full address**: 8 Star Events Center, 1485 30th avenue,Fairbanks, Alaska, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum being held?
  - **A:** Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 8 Star Events Center, 1485 30th avenue,Fairbanks, Alaska, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum?
  - **A:** Governor / Lt. Governor Candidate Forum is organized by Fairbanks Chamber.

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