South Florida Local News
City of Pembroke Pines celebrates the announcement of the 2026 Royal Court Pageant winners across multiple age groups at City Hall
Pembroke Pines, Florida – The City of Pembroke Pines celebrated a night of excitement, pride, and tradition as it crowned the winners of the 2026 Royal Court Pageant on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The event took place at City Hall, located at 601 City Center Way, where families, friends, and community members gathered to support this year’s young participants.
The Royal Court Pageant remains one of the city’s most anticipated community events, highlighting poise, confidence, and community spirit among local youth. This year’s ceremony once again brought together contestants across different age groups, each competing for titles that recognize both personality and presence.
In the youngest category, ages 3 to 5, the crown for Little Miss Sweetheart Queen went to Luna Bahamonde, while Sybelle Kaufman earned the title of Little Miss Sweetheart Princess. Their smiles and excitement set a joyful tone for the evening, drawing warm applause from the audience.
The next group, ages 6 to 8, featured strong performances and enthusiastic participation. Giulahnna DiCarlo was named Young Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Queen, while Mahima Rayaprolu received the title of Young Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Princess. The energy in the room continued to build as each winner was announced.
For contestants ages 9 to 12, the Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Queen title was awarded to Janiah Etienne, with Micaela Rivas named Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Princess. This category showcased growing confidence and stage presence, reflecting months of preparation and dedication from the participants.
The oldest group, ages 13 to 16, brought a more mature level of poise to the competition. Angelina Lemus was crowned Miss Pembroke Pines Queen, while Maria Fernandez was named Miss Pembroke Pines Princess. Briana Brewster also earned recognition as Miss Pembroke Pines Ambassador, highlighting her role in representing the spirit of the program beyond the stage.
Throughout the evening, the focus remained on encouragement, community pride, and celebrating youth achievement. The pageant continues to serve as a platform for young residents to build confidence, develop communication skills, and engage with civic life in a positive environment.
While the event marked a special moment for participants and their families, city officials also emphasized the importance of staying connected with local activities and programs throughout the year. Residents are encouraged to follow updates through multiple city communication channels, including Pembroke Pines Media on YouTube, the monthly digital newsletter NewsFlash, and the digital publication City Connect.
Additional updates are available through the city’s official website, social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram under @cityofppines, as well as on Comcast Channel 78 for local programming.
As the 2026 Royal Court Pageant concluded, attention now turns to the year ahead for this new group of titleholders. For many, the experience represents more than a single night on stage—it becomes a lasting memory tied to community, growth, and opportunity within the City of Pembroke Pines.
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