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Season calendar

Events & entertainment

From preliminary judging to the coronation gala and the queen's community programming — here's everything happening this season.

September 2026

12

Sep

Workshop

Contestant Orientation & Meet the Board

Registered contestants meet the directors, learn the judging criteria and receive their rehearsal schedule.

Sat, September 12, 20266:00 PM – 8:30 PMBrooklyn Park Community Center, Brooklyn Park, MN

Free for registered contestants

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October 2026

3

Oct

Cultural

African Culture Night: Fabrics & Flavors

A showcase of traditional attire, live drumming, Afrobeats DJs and cuisine from across the continent.

Sat, October 3, 20267:00 PM – 11:00 PMMinneapolis Event Center, Minneapolis, MN

Tickets from $35

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24

Oct

Pageant

Talent Showcase & Preliminary Judging

Contestants perform dance, spoken word, song and fashion pieces for the preliminary panel.

Sat, October 24, 20265:00 PM – 9:00 PMThe O'Shaughnessy, Saint Paul, MN

Tickets from $25

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November 2026

21

Nov

Gala

Miss Africa Minnesota Coronation Gala

The crowning night — evening gown, cultural wear, Q&A and the announcement of the new queen and her court.

Sat, November 21, 20266:00 PM – 12:00 AMHilton Minneapolis Grand Ballroom, Minneapolis, MN

Tickets from $85 · Tables available

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January 2027

17

Jan

Community

Queen's Community Brunch

The reigning queen launches her platform year with mentors, sponsors and young women from across the Twin Cities.

Sun, January 17, 202711:00 AM – 2:00 PMUnion Depot, Saint Paul, MN

Tickets from $45

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February 2027

28

Feb

Community

Crowned Confidence Youth Workshop

Public speaking, poise and leadership sessions for girls ages 12–17, led by past titleholders.

Sun, February 28, 202710:00 AM – 1:00 PMSaint Paul Central Library, Saint Paul, MN

Free · Registration required

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