A Valley Tradition Since 1932!
The Texas Citrus Fiesta
THE PRINCESS ANNA PAGEANT
The Princess Anna Pageant was added to the Texas Citrus Fiesta during a period of post-war expansion in the 1950s in an effort to include Mission's young residents. Carol Ellen Faulkner was the first young miss to hold the title of Princess Anna and was crowned in 1951. Since then, the pageant has expanded to include the titles of Princess of Lemon Blossom, Princess of Lime Blossom, Princess of Tangerine Blossom and Princess of Red Grapefruit Blossom. The pageant serves as an entry point to TCF participation for many young girls who go on to compete as duchesses later in life.Â
Eligibility & Requirements
Contestant must be 6 years old on or before October 31, 2026
Completed application and $100 entry fee must be submitted by August 7 (NO EXCEPTIONS)Â
Copy of Birth Certificate is required to be submitted with application
All application fields must be completed in full.
Must be available for the mandatory rehearsal and pageant date.
Key Dates & Schedule
Aug 7, 2026
Application Deadline
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No Exceptions
Aug 10, 2026
Mandatory Parent Orientation
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6:30PM at TCF Office
Aug 17, 2026
Dress critiques; sketch, description, photos & bio due to TCF office.
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By appointment only
10AM - 6PM.
Aug 29, 2026
Mandatory rehearsal
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1PM at Mission Event Center
Interviews & Pageant
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6PM at Mission Event Center