Comstock Inn & Conference Center
Owosso, MI 48867
Upcoming Events
Ralph Rebandt is traveling across Michigan to meet with voters, discuss the issues, and hear directly from Michigan families. Join us at an event near you!
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Shiawassee County Lincoln Day Breakfast
Shiawassee County Republican Party proudly invites you to the Lincoln Day Breakfast. All statewide candidates will be allowed to speak. Special Keynote Speaker: Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Leonard.
VENUE:
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, April 18, 2026
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Featured Speakers:
-
Pastor Ralph Rebandt
- Gubernatorial Candidate - Tom Leonard - Gubernatorial Candidate (Keynote Speaker)
- All Statewide Candidates Invited to Speak
Event Details:
• Doors Open: 8:00 AM | Program Begins: 9:00 AM
• Hosted by Shiawassee County Republican Party
• All Statewide Candidates Welcome to Speak
Cost: $55 per person | $330 for a table of 6 | $60 at the door
RSVP: Shiarep@gmail.com
Checks payable to: Shiawassee Republicans
Mail to: PO Box 624, Owosso, MI 48867-0624
• Hosted by Shiawassee County Republican Party
• All Statewide Candidates Welcome to Speak
Cost: $55 per person | $330 for a table of 6 | $60 at the door
RSVP: Shiarep@gmail.com
Checks payable to: Shiawassee Republicans
Mail to: PO Box 624, Owosso, MI 48867-0624
Oakland County Republican Party Gubernatorial Debate
Oakland County Republican Party presents the Gubernatorial Debate following a Manufacturing Forum. Six candidates debate Michigan's future, televised live on Fox 2 and broadcast on WWJ News Radio. Manufacturing Forum 6-7 PM, Debate 7-8 PM, VIP Event 8-9 PM. General Admission $50, VIP $200. Sponsorships available.
VENUE:
SCHEDULE:
Thursday, April 30, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Featured Speakers:
-
Pastor Ralph Rebandt
- Gubernatorial Candidate - Mike Cox - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Congressman John James - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Perry Johnson - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Tom Leonard - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Senator Aric Nesbitt - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Karla Wagner - Gubernatorial Candidate
Event Details:
• Manufacturing Forum: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
• Gubernatorial Debate: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
• VIP Event: 8:00 - 9:00 PM
• Televised live on Fox 2 & broadcast on WWJ News Radio
• Moderated by Jackie Paige (WWJ), Charlie LeDuff, Kaitlyn Buss (Detroit News) & Charlie Langton (Fox 2)
General Admission: $50 | VIP: $200
VIP includes preferred entry, seating, and reception. Sponsorships available.
• Gubernatorial Debate: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
• VIP Event: 8:00 - 9:00 PM
• Televised live on Fox 2 & broadcast on WWJ News Radio
• Moderated by Jackie Paige (WWJ), Charlie LeDuff, Kaitlyn Buss (Detroit News) & Charlie Langton (Fox 2)
General Admission: $50 | VIP: $200
VIP includes preferred entry, seating, and reception. Sponsorships available.
UP Gubernatorial Debate - Gladstone
The 1st Congressional District Republicans invite you to the UP Gubernatorial Debate featuring Michigan's top Republican candidates right in the Upper Peninsula! Moderated by renowned conservative broadcaster Steve Gruber. Confirmed candidates: Mike Cox, Perry Johnson, Tom Leonard, Aric Nesbitt, and Ralph Rebandt. Schedule: 1:30 PM - Doors Open 2:00 PM - Social Hour & Networking 3:00 PM - Live Governor Debate 5:30 PM - Cash Bar & Hors d'oeuvres 6:00 PM - Seated Dinner Pricing (ends April 23, 2026): Debate Only: $15 | Debate & Dinner: $85 | VIP Seating at Debate & Dinner: $170 Lodging: Use code FirstUPDebate for a 10% discount at the Terrace Bay Hotel on Lake Michigan near Escanaba. Questions? Email michigan.1.gop@gmail.com
VENUE:
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, May 2, 2026
1:30 PM - 8:00 PM
1:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Featured Speakers:
-
Pastor Ralph Rebandt
- Gubernatorial Candidate - Mike Cox - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Perry Johnson - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Tom Leonard - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Senator Aric Nesbitt - Gubernatorial Candidate
- Moderated by Steve Gruber
Event Details:
• 1:30 PM - Doors Open
• 2:00 PM - Social Hour & Networking
• 3:00 PM - Live Governor Debate
• 5:30 PM - Cash Bar & Hors d'oeuvres
• 6:00 PM - Seated Dinner
• Moderated by Steve Gruber (Conservative Broadcaster)
• Hosted by 1st Congressional District Republican Committee
Debate Only: $15 | Debate & Dinner: $85 | VIP: $170
Early bird pricing ends April 23, 2026
Lodging: Use code FirstUPDebate for 10% off at Terrace Bay Hotel
Questions? michigan.1.gop@gmail.com
• 2:00 PM - Social Hour & Networking
• 3:00 PM - Live Governor Debate
• 5:30 PM - Cash Bar & Hors d'oeuvres
• 6:00 PM - Seated Dinner
• Moderated by Steve Gruber (Conservative Broadcaster)
• Hosted by 1st Congressional District Republican Committee
Debate Only: $15 | Debate & Dinner: $85 | VIP: $170
Early bird pricing ends April 23, 2026
Lodging: Use code FirstUPDebate for 10% off at Terrace Bay Hotel
Questions? michigan.1.gop@gmail.com
Past Events
Michigan College Republicans Gubernatorial Debate
Michigan College Republicans presents the Republican Gubernatorial Debate at the University of Michigan. Six candidates will take the stage for a moderated debate on Michigan's future. Moderated by James Dickson and Lena Epstein. Doors open at 6:00 PM, debate begins at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $20 per person.
VENUE:
University of Michigan - Rackham Auditorium
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
DATE:
Friday, April 10, 2026
Michigan GOP Gubernatorial Debate - Traverse City
Michigan's Future Starts Here! Join us for the Michigan Republican Party Gubernatorial Debate moderated by Dave Bondy (Independent Journalist) and Jarrett Skorup (VP of Marketing, Mackinac Center). Invited candidates include Mike Cox, Anthony Hudson, Congressman John James, Tom Leonard, Senator Aric Nesbitt, Pastor Ralph Rebandt, and Karla Wagner. Doors open at 6pm, debate begins at 7pm. Tickets: $50 per person.
VENUE:
Great Wolf Lodge
Traverse City, MI
Traverse City, MI
DATE:
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Oakland County GOP - Meet the Candidate Forum
Oakland County Republican Party invites candidates for Governor, Secretary of State, and Attorney General. 20-minute panel for each race with Q&A, followed by mix-and-mingle. Moderated by Jackie Paige of WWJ News Radio 950. Coffee and doughnuts provided. Bring signs, literature, and campaign materials. Requirements: Formally filed for office and met $500,000 fundraising threshold.
VENUE:
OCRP Headquarters
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Bloomfield Hills, MI
DATE:
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Michigan GOP Gubernatorial Debate - Roseville
Michigan's Future Starts Here! Join us for the Michigan Republican Party Gubernatorial Debate moderated by Tom Jordan (WMUZ) and Kaitlyn Buss (Detroit News). Invited candidates include Mike Cox, Anthony Hudson, Congressman John James, Tom Leonard, Senator Aric Nesbitt, Pastor Ralph Rebandt, and Karla Wagner. Doors open at 6pm, debate begins at 7pm. Tickets: $50 per person.
VENUE:
Athena Banquet Center
Roseville, MI
Roseville, MI
DATE:
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Michigan GOP Gubernatorial Debate - Sparta
Michigan's Future Starts Here! Join us for the Michigan Republican Party Gubernatorial Debate moderated by Rick Albin of WOOD TV. Invited candidates include Mike Cox, Anthony Hudson, Congressman John James, Tom Leonard, Senator Aric Nesbitt, Pastor Ralph Rebandt, and Karla Wagner. Doors open at 6pm, debate begins at 7pm. Tickets: $50 per person.
VENUE:
Apple Valley Events
Sparta, MI
Sparta, MI
DATE:
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Muskegon GOP Freedom RoundUp
Join us for the Muskegon GOP Freedom RoundUp! Doors open at 5:00pm with prayer, pledge, and chili at 5:30pm. Program begins at 6:00pm. Minimal ticket of $20 per person. Candidates can bring paraphernalia to share with approximately 150 attendees.
VENUE:
Polish Falcon Hall
Muskegon, MI
Muskegon, MI
DATE:
Friday, October 17, 2025
Alpha Grand Rapids Annual Banquet
Alpha's biggest fundraising event of the year. Join hundreds of people to hear inspiring stories, learn about Alpha Grand Rapids, and enjoy a delicious meal. Dress is black tie optional or business formal. Presented by Buist Electric and Jon & Karla Ritchie.
VENUE:
Amway Grand Plaza - Ambassador Ballroom
Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids, MI
DATE:
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Day At The Dome - 5K/1 Mile Run & Walk
Supporting Michigan's Homeschool Freedoms. Check-in opens at 9:00 AM. Runners start at 9:30 AM, Walkers start at 10:30 AM. Rally at the Steps starts at 1:00 PM featuring "The Price of Freedom" by Zan Tyler.
VENUE:
Michigan State Capitol
Lansing, MI
Lansing, MI
DATE:
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time To Lead - Faith & Legislative Summit
Join us for a Faith & Legislative Summit featuring faith leaders and elected officials. Find your inner voice and join the movement to make a change. $20 includes lunch.
VENUE:
New Life Christian Church
Attica, MI
Attica, MI
DATE:
Saturday, October 11, 2025
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