# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Rhode Island Governor Democratic Primary Debate hosted and televised live by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 8 p.m.About this EventLimited seating is available to attend the RI Governor Democratic Primary Debate at Rhode Island College Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 8 p.m.Doors at Roberts Hall open at 7 p.m.All seated and no admission after 7:45 p.m., open seating formatLive televised debate starts promptly at 8 p.m., ends at 9 p.m.You will need an ID and your WPRI 12 Debate EventBrite ticket in hand to present (printed or digital) at the front entrance to enter the debate.Free parking is available on campus in Lots B & D (view campus map)No bags, props, signs, cameras or outlandish clothing will be allowed inside.Phones and mobile devices need to be turned off. No flash photography or video is allowed.More info and complete coverage of this debate and more on WPRI.com.On Tuesday, Aug. 18, incumbent Dan McKee and challenger Helena Foulkes will go head-to-head in our Rhode Island governor Democratic primary debate moderated by Tim White and Ted Nesi.The winner of the Democratic primary will advance to the general election against the winner of the Republican primary — which pits Aaron Guckian against Elaine Pelino — as well as independents Ken Block, Jasjit Gotra and C Reynolds.This campaign season, 12 News has already hosted Democratic primary debates with the candidates for Providence mayor and Rhode Island lieutenant governor. You can watch those debates on WPRI.com or on the WPRI 12+ TV app.Rhode Island’s party primaries will be on Wednesday, Sept. 9, with early voting starting on Aug. 20. The Massachusetts primary will be held a week earlier, on Tuesday, Sept. 1.The general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/providence/2026-rhode-island-governor-debate-hosted-by-wpri-12-at-rhode-island-college/100001996657666830 - **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-08-18T23:30:00Z - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Rhode Island College - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Providence - **state**: RI - **country**: United States - **location**: Rhode Island College - **lat**: 41.84448889999999 - **long**: -71.4575401 - **full address**: Rhode Island College, 600 Mt Pleasant Ave, Providence, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/cfa9c2a6aa4103e2e6af4d5297f09b371a047eebb4f20468694e56b4c89f74d4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc0868c8-gmir.jpg?v=1786084512 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College being held? - **A:** 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College takes place on Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Tue, 18 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Rhode Island College, 600 Mt Pleasant Ave, Providence, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College? - **A:** 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College is organized by WPRI 12 & FOX Providence. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Rhode Island Governor Debate hosted by WPRI 12 at Rhode Island College is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Providence, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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