PAGEANT REGISTRATION

South Texas Beautiful Miss 2026 Pageant will be an "At-Large" entry pageant. What does this mean? You must still take part in all areas of the pageant but will be crowned at the end of the event. There are only 10 titles available. 

Date:  Sunday May 3rd, 2026

Location:  Harlingen Community Theater

1209 Fair Park Blvd. Harlingen, Texas 78550

Time: 3:00 pm to 5:00pm

Contestant Check-In:  2:15pm 

PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME FOR DANCE PRACTICE. 

**Registration/Entry Fee $150 **

This includes:

 At - Large Title 

Entry into all areas of competition & special awards

Full color page (8.5x5.5) in program book

2 program books day of event 

2 admission tickets for parent(s), family,  friends or guests

DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY APRIL 29TH!!! 

This is so there is time to print program book. 

Admission Fee: $10 for Everyone, kids under 3 are Free 

Doors open at 3:00pm. Seating is on a first come first serve basis.

Only 1 female is allowed backstage with contestant and that person must also pay general admission. All reigning pageant Queens are free of charge.  All guest with them must pay full admission. 

Age Divisions as of May 1st, 2026
Baby 0 - 12 Months
Little 13-23 Months
Toddler 2-3 Years
Princess 4-6
Sweetheart 7-9
Pre-Teen 10-12

Teen 13-18
Miss 19 - 29*
Ms. & Mrs. 30 -39*

Diva 40+*

Darling (Special Needs Divisions Any Disabilities)

***Director has the right to close, add, combine, split into two, and adjust age divisions as needed 

Areas of competition (0 months to 3 years)

2 outfits:

1. Photogenic 

2. Red Fashion Wear 

3. Evening Gown 

Areas of competition (4 years and older)

3 outfits: 

1. Opening number dance - WHITE  cocktail dress 

2. On-Stage Introduction -  WHITE cocktail dress 

3.  Red Runway Fashion Wear 

4.  Evening Formal Gown Wear 

5. On -Stage Interview 

People’s Choice 

Award will be given to contestant who gets the most votes at the pageant. This is for an extra award on stage. Each vote will be $1.00……. No Limit! Cash only.  This does not affect scores or crowning. Proceeds will go to local charities. A crown, ribbon sash and trophy will be given.  Votes will begin the Wednesday before the event; photos of contestants will be posted online. 

Red Runway Fashion Wear 

This is an outfit of choice that is any shade of red that is high fashion, runway style attire. It can have glitter, sequins, but must be dominantly red in color. Outfit can be dress, dressy pants, skirt. etc. Walk and outfit coordination will be judged. You can also use props such as hats, scarfs, etc. Shoes can be any color but red, neutral/tan, clear  or black are a great choice. 

On-Stage Introduction 

This is brief introduction, try to keep under 1 minute. It must include your name, city, age and may include goals, favorite quote, hobbies or something interesting about yourself.  

Evening Gown 

Your dress should reflect your personality and be age appropriate. Choose a dress that best flatters your body type… feel comfortable in it.  MUST BE FLOOR LENGTH length and can be any style or shade of color.  Only exception to this is the  divisions under 23 months. 

Photogenic 

Must look as professional as possible, clear and good resolution. No distracting backgrounds. Must be a head shot that shows your natural facial beauty without effects or alterations (no glitz photos) . Be sure to smile! 

For girls under 3 years, photo will be judged and part of your score. 

Hair and Makeup

Makeup for all divisions should be kept natural. Light Stage glamorous makeup is allowed during all on stage competitions for all divisions. When worn, makeup should enhance the contestant’s natural beauty and should not overpower them. Hair styles should be age appropriate. THIS IS A SEMI-GLITZ PAGEANT. No nails under 5, no tans that are out of the norm or distracting, keep hair pieces to a minimum, no showing of midriff (stomach area for younger age groups) ALL OUTFITS MUST BE AGE APPROPRIATE! Points will be deducted for not following rules. 

Important Event Details:

1. Must be a natural born female. No exceptions. 
2. Must have never been married nor have children. ONLY Miss, Ms/Mrs Divisions may be married/divorced/separated and/or have children.
3. No Experience is needed, and Contestant must reside in South Texas (San Antonio down)
4. Only One adult per contestant backstage. Must be female. Anyone backstage or in auditorium MUST purchase an admission ticket.
5. This is a semi-glitz pageant. Age-appropriate outfits and make-up are required.
6. Crowned Queens MUST attend at LEAST 3 events during year of reign.
7. Director can change/modify/rearrange/eliminate age divisions as needed based on registration. 
8. Judge’s decision is final. Arguing or public outbreaks of any form will NOT be tolerated. Good Sportsmanship is asked of all contestants and their families.
9. Any parents walking or carrying their child on-stage (under 3 yrs old) must wear BLACK if possible, this is so that you don't take away attention from your child.
10.  Ages 4 and up MUST walk on stage by themselves parent/guardian must wait behind curtain

Crowning: One Queen will be crowned in each age division. 

They will receive a Rhinestone Crown, Satin  Sash, Crown Pin and a Trophy. 

Your scores will be sent to all participants after the pageant via text

Scores  will be sent out 1 week after the pageant by director. 

Crowned Queens MUST attend at LEAST 3 community events during year of reign. 

PLEASE READ ALL FINE PRINT AT THE BOTTOM AS WELL. 

FOR ANY QUESTIONS TEXT REBECCA 956-454-3065