Pageant Contestant Schedule 2026

Friday, September 11
Contestant biography and 300-word essay due electronically by midnight

Sunday, September 13
Media Day
Prepare for the pageant and have pictures taken by the media

Tuesday, September 15
Pageant Dress Rehearsal
Unionville Elementary School
Arrive at 6:00 PM

Thursday, September 17
Pageant Night
Unionville Elementary School
Arrive at 4:30 PM
Interviews begin at 6:00 PM
Pageant begins at 7:00 PM  

Saturday, October 3
Fair Contestants Parade
Arrive at 10:30 AM

Saturday, October 3
Cow Milking Contest 5:00 PM
Queen and Alternate

Sunday, October 4
Closing Ceremonies 4:00 PM

Date To Be Determined
Kennett Square Holiday Parade 5:00 PM