Coffee with the Candidates | 2026 Concord & Cabarrus Candidate Forum

A free, non-partisan community forum to meet local candidates, hear where they stand, and become an informed voter. Who are the people asking to serve our community? Coffee with the Candidates is a free, non-partisan community forum hosted by Multiply Church where Concord and Cabarrus County residents can hear directly from candidates seeking local and state office in the 2026 elections. This isn't a debate or campaign rally. Candidates will participate in a moderated, interview-style conversation designed to help our community learn more about the people on the ballot, their priorities, and their vision for the communities they hope to serve. Candidates will be given equal opportunities to respond to common questions in a respectful, informative environment. The event's planned format intentionally avoids rebuttals, cross-examination, and audience Q&A. Coffee with the Candidates_Fall… Following the forum, stay for coffee and conversation, where you'll have an opportunity to meet candidates personally and continue the conversation. Sunday, October 11 Doors Open: 5:30 PM Forum Begins: 6:00 PM Hosted by Multiply Church FREE + Open to the Public Whether you're a first-time voter or have voted for decades, come learn more about the people seeking to serve our community. Know the candidates. Pray with wisdom. Vote with conviction. “Upright citizens are good for a city and make it prosper.” — Proverbs 11:11 Attendance is free! Planning your visit is encouraged to help us prepare for attendance. Registration is not required for admission.