2025 Rochester mayoral election

The 2025 Rochester mayoral election took place on November 4, 2025, in Rochester, New York. Incumbent mayor, Malik Evans, ran for a second term as mayor. The primary election was held on June 24, 2025.
Evans won the general election in a landslide, winning over 85% of the vote.

Democratic primary

Candidates

Advanced to general

Malik Evans, incumbent mayor

Eliminated in primary

Mary Lupien, Rochester City Councilmember
Shashi Sinha, IT executive

Third-party candidates

Conservative Party

Nominee

Louis Sabo, photographer and small business owner