A "mayoral forum" is a gathering or event where people can listen to and ask questions to the candidates running for the position of mayor in a city or town. Full definition
For some background, here is a discussion from a Bronx mayoral forum in June and an appearance at Asphalt Green by Joe Lhota during the general election. (newyorktrue.com)
We are just one week away from the Albany Mayoral Forum on Sustainability... Back in mid-May, Albany was rocked by the news that longtime Mayor Jerry Jennings was opting not to seek a sixth term. (wamc.org)
At 11 a.m., the NYLCV sponsors an Albany mayoral forum at The Linda, WAMC's performing arts studio, 339 Central Ave. (nystateofpolitics.com)