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People's Choice & Ambassador Belle voting is OPEN!

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Not Registered for the Pageant? There's still time to join us! Registration Closes May 1st at midnight!

Time & Location

May 3rd - Tentative Schedule Below

Forest Lake UMC

Tuscaloosa, 1711 4th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA

About the event

Join us for the Miss Magnolia Belle Fundraiser Pageant— an all crown event where girls will shine with confidence and charm. Contestants will compete for the title of Miss Magnolia Belle, and two exceptional young ladies will be crowned Grand Magnolia Belles. Proceeds from the event will help support Alabama girls as they prepare to represent our state at UNM Nationals this summer. Come enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, and I'm sure a lot of sparkle! Open to all levels of pageantry experience, from your first time, to practicing for your summer nationals! All scoresheets and feedback will be given out at the end of each pageant session.

 

$35 Deposit claims your spot

Age divisions are as follows and will be capped at 10 contestants. With enough interest, age groups will be split at directors discretion.

Contestants will compete in age groups based on their age the day of the pageant. 

***A detailed schedule will be posted 1 week prior to the pageant as this is dependent on participation.

 

Divisions:

Morning-

0-11 months

12-23 months

2-3 years

4-5 years

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Afternoon- Optional Interview

6-7 years

8-9 years

10-11 years

12-13 years

14-15 years

16-17 years

18-20 years - Cash Scholarship for our Belle and 1st runner up.

21+

Mom's (with enough interest)

 

Door Admission is $10 - cash only, 3yrs and under are free

Concessions will be available

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Awards

We will crown a Miss Magnolia Belle in each age division and 3 alternates. All contestants will receive a crown on stage.

Side Awards per age division:

Fun Fashion

Interview 6+ Only

Photogenic

Best Dressed

Prettiest Hair

Prettiest Eyes

Best Smile

Overall:

0-5 - Petite Grand Magnolia Belle - Highest Score

6-21+ - Grand Magnolia Belle - Highest Score

People's Choice: Takes HALF the Cash Pot!

0-5 Queen Magnolia Belle & 6-22+ Queen Magnolia Belle.

All funds are raised through online voting and closes at midnight May 2nd. 

CHARITY QUEEN

We will have 2 Charity Queens, 0-5yr and 6+ who bring the most donations for the Cancer Treatment Center.

A cash scholarship in memory of, Debbie Montgomery Stalfort, will be given away to one contestant in the 6+ division.

 

Our Charity Queen's will reign alongside their sister queens and will receive everything in the division prize package.

About our Charity Queen Sponsor: Jennifer Burroughs is the owner of Chasing the Crown Modeling and Consulting, her mother passed away from pancreatic cancer. Zero risk factors. She battled courageously for 18 months. She gained her angel wings on July 25th 2023. She was my best friend. My mother and I did pageants growing up and she always taught me that true beauty comes from within. She believed in the heart of the girl. She served as a Nurse Practitioner for over 45 years and saved countless lives. She is a true hero.

 

We will be collecting items for the Cancer Treatment Center in her name.

Example of Items Needed:

  • Chapstick & hand lotion

  • Dry shampoo & facial wipes

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, & deodorant

  • Hand sanitizer & tissues

  • Fuzzy socks, beanie, & gloves

  • Blanket or soft throw

  • Crossword or puzzle book with pens

  • Scripture cards or small devotional

  • Handwritten encouragement card

  • Mini first-aid items (bandages, etc.)

OR Anything that you feel that you would need if ever faced with this tragedy.

You will need to bring a list of items you have for donation on pageant day.

Area's of Competition

BEAUTY
- For the Crown!

Beauty rules are as follows:

Miss Magnolia Belle is a semi-natural pageant. 

All ages may wear makeup, lashes and extensions, but makeup below 2 years may not be desired by judges. 

- No wiglets, falls or flippers

There is not a set walking pattern, but if you do not have a walk there's a stage layout with a walk at the bottom of the page.

INTERVIEW
-Optional

Optional interview will happen immediately following Beauty in their beauty dress in a secondary room off stage. A parent is welcome to wait outside the interview room. They will complete up to a 5 minute standing interview. Judges will ask questions at their discretion but may reference the contestants entry form for topics of interest.

FUN FASHION
-Optional

Fun fashion is just as it sounds, FUN! We will have a mix of upbeat music to play during contestant's stage time. You're free to do a walking routine or runway style walk. Attire is anything goes. 

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Miss Magnolia Belle

Prize Package

​ALL QUEENS
  • Gorgeous Round Crown & Custom Sash

  • Jaclyn Head Photography - All Queen Photoshoot & Individuals

  • Belle Outing to Meet and Greet with the Governor

  • Sweet E's Kitchen Goodies - Freeze Dried Candies

  • Free Spray Tan - with Havenliegh Salon and Spa Spray Tans

  • 30 minute virtual lesson plus $20 off a private lesson - Chasing the Crown Modeling and Consulting

  • Custom Miss Magnolia Belle Tote Bag

  • Custom Headshot Button - Barnlight Boutique

  • 30% off with Liz Dress (redeemable after pageant day)

Charity Queens: 0-5 & 6-21+
  • Gorgeous Round Crown & Custom Sash

  • Reigns with her sister queens!

  • Cash Scholarship from Chasing the Crown Modeling & Consulting

0-5 Grand Magnolia Belle (Highest Score 0-5)
  • Gorgeous Round Crown, Custom Sash & Wand
  • Jaclyn Head Photography - All Queen Photoshoot & Individuals

  • Belle Outing to Meet and Greet with the Governor

  • Sweet E's Kitchen Goodies - Freeze Dried Candies

  • Free Spray Tan - with Havenliegh Salon and Spa Spray Tans

  • 30 minute virtual lesson plus $20 off a private lesson - Chasing the Crown Modeling and Consulting

  • Custom Miss Magnolia Belle Tote Bag

  • Custom Headshot Button - Barnlight Boutique

  • 30% off with Liz Dress (redeemable after pageant day)

PLUS
  • 30 min coaching session with J Nicole Coaching

  • Custom Digital Portrait by Crowned Creative Co.

  • $50 off alterations with Fit for a Queen Alterations

  • J's 360 Photobooth $50 off Party Rental 

6-21+ Grand Magnolia Belle (Highest Score 6-21+)
  • Gorgeous Round Crown, Custom Sash & Wand
  • Jaclyn Head Photography - All Queen Photoshoot & Individuals

  • Belle Outing to Meet and Greet with the Governor

  • Sweet E's Kitchen Goodies - Freeze Dried Candies

  • Free Spray Tan - with Havenliegh Salon and Spa Spray Tans

  • 30 minute virtual lesson plus $20 off a private lesson - Chasing the Crown Modeling and Consulting

  • Custom Miss Magnolia Belle Tote Bag

  • Custom Headshot Button - Barnlight Boutique

  • 30% off with Liz Dress (redeemable after pageant day)

PLUS
  • Little Miss Alabama Free Entry (applies to age 16+ only)

  • Miss Tri Co 2025 - $25 gift certificate for Miss Tri County Entry

  • Custom Digital Portrait by Crowned Creative Co.

  • $50 off alterations with Fit for a Queen Alterations

  • J's 360 Photobooth $50 off Party Rental 

Custom Division Prizes
  • Luxe Style $100 credit 14-15 Division
  • Luxe Style $100 credit 16-17 Division

18-20 Scholarship Division Additional Prizes
  • Miss Magnolia Belle Cash Scholarship
  • 1st Runner Up Cash Scholarship

  • Luxe Style $100 credit 

All Fees are Non-Refundable
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Meet the Judges

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Stage

  • Our stage is a large elevated wood floor stage with a backstage entrance and ample lighting.

  • Attire should be a pageant dress and age appropriate. 

  • Walking pattern is ONLY a suggestion and to show stage layout. No glitz routines, we are looking for a Miss America style walk/stage presence.

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Don't forget your Stage Shots!

Wendy Smith will be on site taking stage shots of contestants who pre-purchase the photo package! She delivers all on stage competitions and crowning photos in an online gallery after the pageant. This is something you can only purchase in advance, so don't miss out!

Vendors

Vendors will be on-site! Reach out to them directly for booking your appointment!

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Booking On-Site Hair and Makeup

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Amy Hilliker

Booking On-Site Hair and Makeup

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Kellie McClinton

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Lori Hudgins

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Service Opportunities

  • We would like to invite all crowned Belle's to participate in service projects locally in Tuscaloosa. We believe pageantry is about so much more than what happens on the stage. Dates for opportunities will be shared soon, but the first will take place at Forest Lake UMC (where the pageant is being held). ​​

    • Bottoms Up Diaper Bank distribution day: Come distribute diapers and supplies to those in need. There are no government programs that supply diapers. Come help fill the gap!​

    • Tuscaloosa Animal Welfare Alliance: Join us for a service day supporting our furry friends across Tuscaloosa. 

Belle Sponsors

Thank you to our amazing group of sponsors!
Contact us if you'd like to get involved.

Call or Text with Questions

Jaclyn: 205-936-6901

Email 

Beneficiaries

Miss Magnolia Belle is hosted by Eleanor Head, Annabeth Kilgore and Isabella Burroughs! These girls want to give others a positive pageant experience as they prepare to complete at the USA National Miss National competition this summer in July.

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