Mr. & Miss DC Black Pride 2026

Name: Mr. & Miss DC Black Pride 2026
Start: 2026-05-21T17:00:00-04:00
Location: The Westin DC Downtown

Schedule

Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Westin DC Downtown | Washington, DC

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant returns as a premier celebration of excellence, talent, and representation within the Black LGBTQ+ community. This highly anticipated event brings together contestants who will compete across multiple categories, showcasing confidence, creativity, and stage presence in a dynamic and high-energy environment.
Attendees can expect an evening of elevated production, powerful performances, and a vibrant audience experience that reflects the spirit of DC Black Pride. The pageant serves as both a competition and a platform, honoring individuals who embody leadership, authenticity, and cultural impact.
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𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:
Presentation in Sportswear
Talent
Formalwear for Male Figures
Evening Gown for Female Figures

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
A maximum of 12 contestants will be accepted. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to submit is May 14, 2026. Early registration is strongly encouraged as space is limited and filling quickly. https://shorturl.at/dZ3xL

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
For more information or to register, contact Christian France Braxton at 202.486.0058 or reach out via Facebook by May 14, 2026.

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
This event is part of the official DC Black Pride programming and is expected to draw a diverse and engaged audience from across the region. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for seating and to fully experience the atmosphere leading into the competition.