Miss Juneteenth America™ 2026 — 5th Anniversary Pageant & Legacy Celebration

More Than A Pageant. A Living Chapter of American History.

A 5th Anniversary Celebration of Legacy, Leadership, and Light

In Mobile, Alabama — where American history lives and breathes — the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program® returns for its 5th Anniversary Legacy Celebration.

Over the past four years, this national platform has:

• Awarded over $33,816 in scholarships 
• Empowered 48 young ladies nationwide
• Connected participants to 22 Dream HBCUs
• Impacted 44 community organizations

This is more than a pageant — it is a living chapter of American history, where heritage, education, and leadership come together to shape the next generation.

What You’ll Experience

This is not a traditional pageant. It is a cultural and educational experience where young ladies take the stage as scholars, storytellers, and future leaders.

Signature Presentation Moments

Unsung SheRose™ Tribute

Each participant honors an extraordinary heroine whose story shaped history. Through voice, research, and presentation, these tributes ensure her legacy lives on.

Talent Presentation

Original performances that reflect creativity, confidence, and cultural expression.

Career Aspirations Presentation

Participants step into their future, representing their goals and the impact they plan to make.

Formal Wear & Juneteenth Reflection

A powerful moment where elegance meets purpose, as each young lady shares what Juneteenth means to her — reflecting on freedom, leadership, and her place in the ongoing story of American history.

Cultural Experience

Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated Juneteenth-inspired Welcome Reception and Dessert Experience, celebrating flavors connected to heritage and tradition.

Crown Jewel Messages

Guests are invited to share words of encouragement with participants through our Crown Jewel Message experience.

Messages may be submitted in advance during ticket purchase or written onsite during the event. Each note of support will be presented to a participant — serving as a lasting reminder of the community standing behind her journey.

A $1 contribution per message.

Celebrate the Next Generation of Leaders

These young ladies are more than participants — they are leaders in the making.

Through scholarship, storytelling, and service, each one represents the ongoing journey of freedom, education, and purpose. On this stage, crowns symbolize not just achievement, but growth, voice, and vision.

Why Mobile, Alabama

Mobile is a city deeply rooted in American history — home to Africatown and the Clotilda. Here, the story of freedom is not distant; it is lived, remembered, and carried forward.

There is no more meaningful place to witness this legacy in motion.

It is here that the Miss Juneteenth America™ Pageant & 5th Anniversary Legacy Celebration takes the stage.

Event Location

Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 South Water Street
Mobile, Alabama 36602

Located along Mobile’s historic waterfront, this elegant setting provides the perfect backdrop for the 5th Anniversary celebration of Miss Juneteenth America™ — where legacy, leadership, and the living story of American history come together.

Conveniently located in downtown Mobile, with nearby parking and access to the city’s historic landmarks.

Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

Time:
Welcome Reception: 4:00 PM CST
Pageant Begins: 5:00 PM CST

Admission:
General Admission (Ages 3 and up): $85.00 (+$4.45 processing fee)
Free Admission: Ages 2 and under

Ticket Includes

• Pageant Admission
• Cultural Welcome Reception

Suggested Attire: Chic attire in red, gold, green, or heritage-inspired designs.

Souvenir Booklet (Sold Separately):

• Physical Booklet: $30.00 (+$2.14 processing fee)

• Digital Copy: $16.19 (+$1.26 processing fee)

5th Anniversary Call to Action

Join Us in Building Legacy — Secure Your Seat for the 5th Anniversary Celebration.