Pageants
October 1st-3rd, 2026
Celebrating the Next Generation of Apple Blossom Ambassadors
Join the Kentucky Apple Festival for two beloved pageant traditions in Paintsville, KY — Junior Miss & Miss Apple Blossom and Baby & Little Miss Apple Blossom.
Be a Part of the Celebration
Come support these inspiring young women as they take the stage and compete for the opportunity to represent the Kentucky Apple Festival and the heart of Eastern Kentucky.
We look forward to celebrating with you as we crown the 2026 Miss Apple Blossom, Junior Miss Apple Blossom, and our youngest Apple Blossom contestants!
BABY & LITTLE MISS APPLE BLOSSOM
Sunday, September 27, 2026
The Kentucky Apple Festival is excited to welcome our youngest participants to the Apple Blossom tradition! Children from 1 year old through 5th grade are invited to take the stage and be part of this special celebration.
Location Paintsville Elementary School
Pageant Divisions
- Baby Boy 12-23 months
- Baby Girl 12-23 months
- Mini Prince 2 years-2 years, 11 months
- Mini Princess 2 years-2 years, 11 months
- Prince 3-5 years
- Princess 3-5 years
- Little Miss Apple Blossom Grades 1, 2, and 3
- Pre-Teen Miss Apple Blossom Grades 4-5
Applications Available beginning Monday, August 24. $40 application fee – $10 for optional photogenic title. Fee due upon submitting application.
All applicants should submit a 5×7 photo, even if you do not do photogenic. Runner-up and Most Photogenic will be permitted to ride in the parade!
Pick up in person at the Paintsville Elementary School office, or request by email from Ashley Adams: ashley.adams@paintsville.kyschools.us
Come cheer on our youngest Apple Blossom contestants as they celebrate their community and become part of this beloved Kentucky tradition!
Junior Miss & Miss Apple Blossom
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Join us as we celebrate the young women who represent the spirit, tradition, and community of the Kentucky Apple Festival.
Location Johnson Central High School 257 N Mayo Trail Paintsville, KY 41240 (Insert map embed here)
Event Schedule
- Doors Open: 5:00 PM
- Junior Miss Apple Blossom: 5:30 PM
- Miss Apple Blossom: 7:30 PM
Eligibility
- Miss Apple Blossom — grades 9–12
- Junior Miss Apple Blossom — grades 6–8
Entry Fee: $30, due at the time of application submission
Apply
Applications may also be picked up in person at Johnson Central High School (address above).
Important Dates
Mandatory Informational Meeting
Friday, August 28 at 5:00 PM
Johnson Central High School
Final Application Deadline
Friday, September 4, 2026