2026 Little Mr. and Miss Pageant

Pageant Details:
Location: Douglas Theater: 355 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, Georgia 31201, United States

Contact
Sarah Ford
sford@cherryblossom.com 
478-330-7051

Application Deadline & Selection
1. A completed application and $50 entry fee are due no later than February 1, 2026. Please note that payment is due at the time of application submission. Applications submitted without payment will be discarded.

2. The pageant is open to children 5 to 7 years of age.

Rules & Regulations
1. The pageant will include a walk across the stage and a brief chat with each contestant based on the information provided on the application. There is no talent competition. 

2. All participants must attend a mandatory 5:30pm dress rehearsal at the Douglas Theatre on Thursday, February 19, 2026. This rehearsal should last no more than 1 hour. 

3. All contestants will receive a participation award. Winners will receive a trophy, sash, and crown.

5. Girls are to wear a dress with the hem being no more than 4 inches below the knee - Long, formal dresses are not permitted. Dresses should be a shade of pink or white with pink accents. Boys may wear navy, khaki, or black pants with a white or pink collared shirt. Sport coats are encouraged but are not required. Ties are also optional. Tuxedos are not permitted.

6. There will be no refunds of entry fees for any reason.

7. Tickets should be purchased on the Cherry Blossom Festival website or at the door the day of the pageant.

8. The number of contestants may be limited at the discretion of the Cherry Blossom Festival. Any applications received after this number has been met will be placed on a waiting list. If an opening should become available, you will be notified. If an opening should not become available, your entry fee will be refunded.

9. A $50 cash prize will go to the contestant who wins the ticket sale contest. More details on this will be given at a later date.