2026 Royalty Selection Pageant
Saturday, February 14, 2026 @ 7:00pm
@ the Numerica Performing Arts Center
123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA 98801
Tickets were are available for purchase online only through the PAC website beginning January 13, 2026
(509) 663-ARTS, info@numericapac.org
Cashmere Valley Bank has supported the Apple Blossom Festival for over 25 years and have committed to sponsoring our Pageant through 2026 - we are SO thankful for their support!
Pageant Judging Process
Panel Interviews (Morning Judging) 30%
The 5 judges have 10 minutes as a group to spend with each participant. These questions are selected and approved by all 5 the judges and are geared towards the Candidate’s stance on current worldwide, nationwide and community events.
One-On-One Interviews (Afternoon Judging) 30%
Each judge will meet individually with each participant for 10 minutes. Each judge selects different questions to ask the Candidates to learn more about the participant’s goals and ambitions.
Pageant (Evening Judging) 40%
The judges will see the participants 3 times during the Pageant. The 1st time will be during the Opening Number, the 2nd time will be during the Prepared Speech Segment and the 3rd time will be the Impromptu Segment.
2026 Scholarships & Awards
A total of $31,000 in scholarships awarded at the Apple Blossom Festival’s Royalty Selection Pageant
Queen’s Scholarship
Sponsored by the Wenatchee Applarians
The Queen chosen to reign over the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival will receive a $10,000 scholarship
2026 Queen’s Scholarship Recipient — Brielle Precht
Daughter of Kevin & Julianne Precht
Princesses Scholarships
Sponsored by the Jim and Corinne Telford Memorial Fund
Each Princess selected will receive a $5,000 scholarship
2026 Princess’ Scholarship Recipients —
Parker Averi
Daughter of Jaime Hamilton and Ryan Hevly
Kaylee Pearsons
Daughter of Kent & Debbie Pearsons
Queen Brielle Precht
Princess Kaylee Pearsons
Princess Parker Averi
7 Candidates
Sponsored by the Floor Factory
Each of the remaining 7 Candidates received a $1,000 scholarship
Darcy Mejia Sanchez, daughter of Roy & Laura Mejia
Melani Tovar, daughter of Luis & Noemi Tovar
Abigail Walker, daughter of Afrine Hill-Walker, and Gregory & Tashna Walker
Elizabeth Nikolas, daughter of Jake & Whitney Smith, and Jonathon & Amanda Nikolas
Avary Anantatmula, daughter of Brian & Melinda Anantatmula
Kamryn Reynolds, daughter of Justin & Jennifer Reynolds
Briannah Machado, daughter of Pablo & Patricia Machado
Candidate Darcy Mejia Sanchez
Most Photogenic Award
Sponsored by Parson’s Photography
The recipient of this award was the most relaxed, comfortable, and natural during her photo session. The Participant chosen for the Photogenic Award will receive in-kind photography and beauty services, valued at $1,000.
2026 Most Photogenic Award Recipient — Darcy Mejia Sanchez
Daughter of Roy & Laura Mejia
Candidate Kaylee Pearsons
Achievement Award
Sponsored by Davis, Arneil Law Firm
The $1,000 Achievement Award is selected by an independent scholarship committee. This award is based on outstanding GPA, school activities, and club and school awards!
2026 Achievement Award Recipient — Kaylee Pearsons
Daughter of Kent & Debbie Pearsons
Candidate Avary Anantatmula
Most Original Speech Award
Sponsored by Keep It In the Valley Foundation, Cakes for College
The $1,000 Most Original Speech Award is presented to the Candidate that the judges and audience determined had the “Most Original Speech”. This award is based on creativity, originality, and delivery of the Candidate’s speech pertaining to the topic they were given.
The public’s vote counts as 45% of the vote, and the judge’s vote counts as 55% of the total vote.
2026 Most Original Speech Award Recipient — Avary Anantatmula
Daughter of Brian & Melinda Anantatmula
Candidate Kamryn Reynolds
Congeniality Award
Sponsored by NCW Law Group PLLC
The $1,000 Congeniality Award is voted by the Ten Candidates to show their appreciation to the girl among them who has exemplified the attributes of kindness and friendliness, and who has also given personal support during the past few weeks.
2026 Congeniality Award Recipient — Kamryn Reynolds
Daughter of Justin & Jennifer Reynolds
Candidate Kaylee Pearsons
