The stage is set for one of the most anticipated highlights of Saint Lucia’s Carnival season, as nine young women prepare to compete in the 2026 National Carnival Queen Pageant.
Selected from communities across the island, the contestants vying for the prestigious crown are Simone Sonson (Gros Islet), Derrelle Dubois (Grand Riviere), Adel Montoute (Gros Islet), Darlene Francis (La Clery), Shernette Rameau (Mabouya Valley), Nyaley Lewis (Dennery), Faith Edward (Ciceron), Sydney James (Ciceron), and Eudoxia Poleon (Desruisseaux, Micoud). Each will represent her community while showcasing intelligence, talent, and cultural pride on one of the country’s most prominent stages.
A longstanding feature of Lucian Carnival, the National Carnival Queen Pageant is more than a display of glamour. The competition highlights the confidence, creativity, and cultural awareness of young Saint Lucian women while upholding the strong traditions associated with Carnival pageantry.
Throughout the competition, contestants will demonstrate their abilities across several judged segments, including talent, evening wear, and onstage interviews. Beyond the pageant night, the experience also provides participants with opportunities to develop leadership skills and engage with their communities.
The winner of the 2026 crown will receive an impressive prize package, including EC$25,000 in cash, a university scholarship, and a range of opportunities designed to support her personal and professional development.
This year’s competition will also mark the conclusion of the reign of Emerle Tisson of Choiseul, who has served as National Carnival Queen over the past year, promoting culture and representing Saint Lucia at various events.
The 2026 National Carnival Queen Pageant is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the Pavilion in Rodney Bay, where patrons can expect an evening filled with elegance, talent, and celebration as a new queen is crowned.
