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Politifest | 2026

October 3 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Free – $175.00

We’re bringing together local politicians to go head-to-head at Politifest: Elections Showdown. Attendees will hear from candidates across San Diego and cast their votes for who would most effectively address the biggest issues facing our community.

When and Where

Saturday, October 3, 2026, at USD from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
University of San Diego – Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies
5998 Alcalá Park, San Diego, CA 92110



Venue

University of San Diego
Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies 5998 Alcalá Park, San Diego, CA 92110 + Google Map

Event Resources

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General Admission

Through Sept. 1: $65.00

After Sept. 1: $70.00

Students (with valid ID): Free

Registration required for all tickets. All paid tickets include a 1-year Voice of San Diego membership.


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For sponsor access, community tickets or other pricing inquiries, contact:
politifest@voiceofsandiego.org

Thank you to our Politifest 2026 sponsors!

Reception Sponsor

MARK NELSON HOUSEHOLD

Gold Session Sponsor

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In Partnership With

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Bronze Sponsors

Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest Logo

CYNTHIA MORGAN-REED
HOUSEHOLD

Tickets

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General Admission Politifest 2026
General Admission Politifest 2026
$ 70.00
Unlimited
Student Admission Politifest 2026
Student Admission Politifest 2026 (must have student ID)
$ 0.00
Unlimited
Add-On Ticket: Lunch 2026
Each lunch comes with a sandwich or salad, bag of chips, piece of seasonal whole fruit, a cookie and a bottle of water.
$ 25.00
Unlimited
Livestream Politifest 2026
Livestream instructions will be emailed to you on the day of the event.
$ 0.00
Unlimited
Exclusive Lunch Session with Paul Mitchell
Presentations and an exclusive discussion about the demographics of San Diego's voters and population including voting trends, housing status and the many other pieces of data campaign professionals analyze to shape their efforts. The panel will feature California's top mind on political data, Paul Mitchell.
$ 175.00
60 available
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Details

  • Date: October 3
  • Time:
    10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Cost: Free – $175.00

Venue