Strawberry Princess Pageants
Many youngin’s dream of becoming royalty. At the Floral City Strawberry Festival, some of those dreams will come true! Come enjoy the Strawberry Princess pageants on Saturday, March 7th from 9:15 a.m. until 10 a.m. on the Main Stage in Floral Park.
A festival tradition going back to the early days of the event, this special pageant is designed to be fun and enjoyable for the whole family and to help children build important self-esteem and public speaking skills. Winners will take home the crown, and all participants will be offered a very berry goodie bag as a memento of their courage!
The Little Miss Strawberry Princess pageant is for girls ages 2 to 6; the Miss Strawberry Princess pageant is for girls ages 7 to 12.
**Please note: Registration is $10 per contestant and MUST be done in advance by February 17th. Registrations will not be accepted the day of the event.
2026 Little Miss Pageant Contestants
Bryleigh Boles
Age: 6
Abigail Bradley
Age: 5
Eva Behrens-Hoskins
Age: 5
Kendall Webb
Age: 4
Magnolia Withrow
Age: 6
Lucy Jude
Age: 2
Arizona Farfaglia
Age: 4
Ellie Aguilera
Age: 6
Hayden Osbon
Age: 6
Kamrie simpson
Age: 5
Laila aguilera
Age: 3
Nayeli-Ann Blauer
Age: 6
Paisley McConnell
Age: 5
Willow Strong
Age: 3
Remi Futch
Age: 6
Kora Cunningham
Age: 4
2026 Miss Pageant Contestants
Airabella Sanders
Age: 9
Anna owens
Age: 7
Cheyenne Green
Age: 10
Chloe Cullen
Age: 7
Jean marino
Age: 8
Makayla Suydam
Age: 12
Charissa Imboden
Age: 12
Devina Minichino
Age: 10
Elyzabeth murkerson
Age: 8
Emma Bruce
Age: 8
Kaylie hunsinger
Age: 7
Megan Henderson
Age: 8
Raven Silva
Age: 9
Ryleigh Young-Osbon
Age: 10
Pageant Director
& Assistant Pageant Director
The Chamber would like to thank April Royal, Founder and President of the Phil Royal Legacy Foundation in her sixth year as Pageant Director along with Brelyn Royal as Pageant Director Assistant. An inspiration in grace and class herself, April also studied Fashion Design at the International Academy of Design & Technology. Brelyn has played an instrumental role in our pageants for many years and we are excited to welcome her officially as the Pageant Director Assistant.
Pageant Sponsor
The Judges for the Job
The Chamber of Commerce thanks our 2026 pageant judges, who had the incredibly difficult job of choosing just one lady in each category:
Katrina Leturno
Owner, Circle T Sod; President, Citrus County Building Alliance
Katrina Leturno is the co-owner of Circle T Sod Farms, a hometown sod installation company serving Citrus and surrounding counties. Beyond her business, she's deeply involved in the community serving as the President of the Citrus County Building Alliance, sitting on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, on the board for the Citrus County Fair Association and volunteering as the leader of the Lecanto Levi's 4-H club.
Mia Fink
Clerk, City of Crystal River
Mia Fink is a Homosassa native, proud mother and active community volunteer with a passion for public service. A graduate of the University of South Florida, she has worked in local government for the past 20 years, having served as the City Clerk for the City of Crystal River since 2014 and Executive Director of Keep Citrus County Beautiful since 2016. With an extensive background in the performing arts, including theater, dance, gymnastics, and pageantry, she brings a focus on inner beauty and confidence to the judging panel.
Zeidy Garcia
Owner, Transparent Mortgage Lending; Chair, Citrus County Chamber Young Professionals
Zeidy Garcia is the owner of Transparent Mortgage Lending and a dedicated mortgage broker known for making home financing simple and stress-free. With a 5-star reputation and a strong focus on clear, consistent communication, Zeidy walks her clients through every step of the process with honesty and transparency. Her goal is simple: help people feel confident, informed, and excited about their home purchase or refinance.