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We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

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We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition. (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy.)
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We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2026.)
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Meet Our Titleholders For 2025

Isabella Aburto

Miss East Cascades's Teen 2025

First time pageant experience

Junior at Manson High school

Traditional Mexican Folklorico dancer and avid basketball player

CSI: Importance of Mental Health in Communities

Favorite Quote: Until you value yourself, you won’t value your time. Until you value your time you will not do anything with it.”

- M. Scott Peck

Rosemary Holcomb

Miss Greater Wenatchee's Teen 2025

First time pageant experience

Sophomore at Waterville High School

Classically trained Vocalist, Cheerleader, Musical Theater performer

CSI: Suicide Prevention - Conversations & Connections that Save Lives!

Favorite quote: You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.
- Dolly Parton

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2024 Miss America’s MAGIC EXPO to Feature New Partnerships

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May 29, 2024•2 min read

2024 Miss America’s MAGIC EXPO at Universal Loews Sapphire Falls Resort 

ORLANDO, FL (Dec 7, 2023) –  Miss America Headquarters is delighted to announce the first ever Miss America MAGIC EXPO at the 2024 Miss America & Miss America’s Teen National Competitions in Orlando, Florida.  EXPO Hours are 10am-6pm Tuesday, January 9 through Saturday, January 13, 2024.  Credentialed guests receive complimentary VIP Expedited admission, all others must present either a student ID, or Driver’s License for admittance. For more information about becoming an exhibitor email [email protected].

Over 5000 square feet of  partnerships on display from establishments such as Henri’s Fine Apparel Prom/Pageant pop-up shop, Creations by Niki Lassiter exquisite custom crystal handbags, Holly Hardwick Official Miss America jewelry, Crown Couture Collection, Rebel Athletic Fitness, Academy of Glam/Victoria Duke Beauty, American Heart Association’s Go RED for Women, Best Buddies International, Passion Roses Florist, Tanline’s Optional Tan Salon, Global Game Changers, Vitamyna, Kawaii Piano, Carlos Velez Photography, JC Productions and more!

Adjacent to the Expo, this year’s Receptions/Visitations will be held for VIP Access credentialed guests Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9pm-11pm following the preliminary competitions at the host hotel.  VIP Access credentials go on sale the weekend of December 9/10, 2023.

The Tuesday Visitation Reception is sponsored by the Official Fitness Partner Rebel Athletic and will showcase the Miss America’s Teen three (3) preliminary  winners of fitness, and evening gown, who are each be awarded $3000 in scholarship, for a total of $18,000 in scholarship awarded on stage earlier that evening.

Wednesday’s Visitation Reception will highlight the launch of the new Miss America branded publication “Officially HER Magazine” and showcase the Miss America’s three (3) preliminary winners of fitness and evening gown, each earning $3000 in scholarship, for a total of $18,000 in scholarship awarded on stage that night.

Thursday’s Visitation Reception theme is “Hard Rock’N’Roses”  immediately following the new preliminary dinner talent show, “Miss America’s Got Talent” at the Hard Rock Live in Universal’s CityWalk and will recognize the Miss America and Miss America’s Teen talent winners, three each, earning $3000 in scholarship for a total of $18,000.

In just six weeks, State delegates across America and the District of Columbia will converge on Orlando for the ultimate in competitions. Following a personal interview, and three action-packed preliminary nights showcasing talent, fitness, and eveningwear, two young women will be crowned the new 2024 Miss America and Miss America’s Teen during the final shows Saturday, January 13, and Sunday, January 14, 2024.

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About the Miss America Brand
The Miss America brand mission is “Empowering Women to Lead” in every area of life from philanthropy, business, arts, politics, education and more. Miss America and Miss America’s Teen local and state ambassadors contribute thousands of community service hours annually, raising funds for philanthropic partners. For more information follow on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X. 

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