Tickets for Miss America 2026 went on sale Aug. 8, marking the countdown to the pageant, now less than a month away. In previous years, candidates had six months to prep between Miss Florida and Miss America.
This year, however, candidates only have two months to prep. Miss Florida was crowned on June 28, and this year’s Miss America’s preliminaries are set for September 3–4, followed by the final on September 7.
Representing Florida this year is Jacksonville native Paris Richardson. When asked who would be attending the Miss America 2026 pageant to support her, Richardson proudly shared, “My whole village,” noting that 40 people had already purchased their tickets on the first day of sales. “There’s a lot of people from my community who will be there supporting me.”
Here’s some insight on Paris Richardson and where to buy tickets for the event.
Who is representing Florida in Miss America this year?
This year, Paris Richardson will be representing Florida in the Miss America 2026 pageant.
Who is Paris Richardson?
Paris Richardson is a Jacksonville native and a 2020 Jean Ribault High School graduate. After Ribault, Richardson went on to earn a bachelor’s in public health and a master’s degree in health administration from the University of Florida, where she was also a cheerleader.
On June 28, Richardson made history by bringing the Miss Florida crown back to Gainesville for the first time in more than 70 years. She’s only the second Miss Gainesville to win the title, and the first since Marcia Crane earned the title in 1952.
What is Miss Florida’s headshot 2026?
Richardson recently shared her official Miss America headshot via Instagram, expressing that “representing Florida on the Miss America stage is the honor of a lifetime, and I can’t wait for all that’s ahead!!”
Where is Miss America 2026 this year?
“It’s Miss America’s World: 2026 Tour” LIVE will take place this year at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, Florida.
What’s the schedule for Miss America 2026?
Do I need separate tickets for the Miss America’s Teen and Miss America’s Got Talent preliminary on September 4?
No, you don’t need to purchase two tickets to attend both events. One ticket grants access to both preliminary events, the Miss America’s Teen and Miss America’s Got Talent Preliminary shows on September 4, 2025. However, your seat remains the same for both.
How much are tickets for the ‘Miss America’s Teen’ and ‘Miss America’s Got Talent’ preliminaries?
Tickets start at $153.71 or $178.25; both prices include fees and are sold at the Dr. Phillips ticket center.
Do I need to buy separate tickets for the preliminary events and the Miss America Finals?
Yes, tickets for preliminary events are sold separately from final tickets. You must purchase both tickets if you’d like to attend both events.
How much are tickets for the Miss America Teen Finals on September 6, 2025?
The Miss America Teen Finals will take place Sept. 6, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Walt Disney Theater. Tickets start at $227.34 or $325.51, including fees, and are sold online at the Dr. Phillips ticket center.
How much are tickets for the Miss America Finals on September 7, 2025?
The Miss America finals will take place September 7, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Walt Disney Theater. Tickets range from $178.25 to $350.06 with fees included and are sold online at the Dr. Phillips ticket center.
Where to buy tickets for the Miss America show 2026?
Tickets went on sale Friday, August 8, and are available for purchase online at www.drphillipscenter.org/events.
Where can I watch Miss America 2026?
The Miss America 2026 competitions, including both Miss America’s Teen and the main Miss America, will be streamed live on YouTube and PageantVision.com. The Miss America’s Teen competition will be streamed live on Sept. 6, and the Miss America competition will be streamed live on Sept. 7, both at 7 p.m. ET, according to the Miss America official site.
What is Miss America’s salary?
The winner, determined by a panel of judges, is awarded the title Miss America and at least $50,000 in scholarship money. As the titleholder, she then embarks on a yearlong national tour to advocate for a social issue she has chosen.
Who was crowned Miss America 2025?
Miss Alabama Abbie Stockard, a 22-year-old nursing student from Auburn University, was crowned Miss America 2025.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Want tickets for Miss America 2026? Here’s how much they are and where to get them
Reporting by Doris Alvarez Cea, Jacksonville Florida Times-Union / Florida Times-Union
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