The phrase "mayoral contest" refers to a competition or election where people run for the position of mayor in a city or town.
Sentences with «mayoral contest»
Right across the country there is an inherent bias towards male candidates in mayoral contests. (politics.co.uk)
Primary day hosted a series of elections, including the Democratic and Republican mayoral contests, Democratic races for city comptroller and public advocate, and various council races. (dnainfo.com)
Phillips confirmed that he would like to stand in the next London mayoral contest in 2012. (theguardian.com)