Nationals
National Venue
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana
The UL Lafayette Student Union, affectionately called "The U" on campus, is the centralized location for all students and organizations at the University. It provides a comfortable and welcoming environment to the campus community.The Student Union was built in 1971 to accommodate the needs of the growing student body at UL Lafayette. It has undergone a transformation many years in the making. It is also the home of UL Lafayette's very own bayou, including alligators!
National Host Hotel
DoubleTree
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette is a 15-story riverside hotel overlooking the Vermilion River, just minutes from downtown, the university, and the airport with a free shuttle. It offers modern rooms and suites with comfortable bedding, flat-screen TVs, and workspaces, along with dining at SoLA Restaurant and cocktails at Club 337. Guests enjoy amenities like a riverside outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, and flexible meeting and event spaces including a grand ballroom. Known for its warm service—and signature warm cookies at check-in—the hotel blends Southern charm with convenience for both business and leisure travelers.
Royal American Miss Princess (4-7)
Royal American Miss Jr. Preteen (7-9)
Royal American Miss Preteen (10-12)
Royal American Miss Jr. Teen (13-15)
Royal American Miss Teen (16-18)
Royal American Miss (19-26) (Single, married or divorced, with or without children)
Royal American Ms (27-39) (Single, married or divorced, with or without children)
Royal American Miss Elite (40 & Up) (Single, married or divorced, with or without children)
Divisions are by age. Age is determined by September 3, 2026
Nationals Information
September 4-6, 2026
Royal American Miss Pageant produces two national pageants, separated by age divisions.
Our National Pageant is open to all residents of the United States.
You don't want to miss this spectacular event! ​ Registration is open for state titleholders to compete at Nationals.
Need to submit your registration form, click here!
Required Areas of Competition​
Interview, fashion runway and evening gown. Top 5 On-Stage Question is not judged.
National Fees
The national entry fee is broken into 4 payment installations of $325. Your crown and sash are ordered upon your 1st payment of $325. The national entry fee includes the state crown, state sash, national entry, ad fee, official RAM shirt and delegate ticket to all events including the excursion & banquet.
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This fee is paid for by your state pageant as part of your state prize package
(If you are an appointed titleholder you are responsible for this payment.)
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