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The Competition

Where preparation meets the spotlight.

Seven judged segments, a season of community events and one unforgettable crowning night at the heart of the Emancipation Festival.

How to EnterThe Segments

Judged Segments

Seven moments to make her case.

  1. 01Intelligence & PurposeIntroduction & Platform SpeechEach delegate introduces herself and the cause she will champion if crowned.
  2. 02Heritage & StorytellingCulture WearA celebration of Virgin Islands heritage, told through design, colour and story.
  3. 03Confidence & PresenceSwimwearConfidence, fitness and stage presence, with the islands’ coastline as inspiration.
  4. 04Ambassador of the TerritoryBVI PromotionA promotional segment that shows how she would present the Territory to the world.
  5. 05Artistry & ExpressionTalentMusic, dance, spoken word or performance: the stage where the very first Miss BVI won her crown.
  6. 06Elegance & PoiseEvening WearElegance and poise in the gown that carries her into the final round.
  7. 07Composure Under the LightsQuestion & AnswerComposure under the lights, with one question that can decide the night.
  8. 08The Defining MomentThe CrowningThe outgoing queen passes the crown to the new Miss British Virgin Islands.

Special Awards

Honours beyond the crown.

The public helps decide Miss Popularity and the Impact Award through social media support, ticket sales and in-venue voting on pageant night.

  • Best Introduction Platform Speech
  • Best Culture Wear
  • Best Swimwear
  • Best BVI Promotional Segment
  • Best Talent
  • Best Evening Wear
  • Miss Photogenic
  • Miss Poise
  • Miss Popularity
  • Impact Award

Pageant Season

The road to the crown.

Based on the 2026 season. Dates for 2027 will be announced by the committee.

  1. March to AprilApplications OpenForms, rules and policies issued by the committee.
  2. Late MayContestant Reveal“Waves of Elegance” at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park.
  3. Early JuneCrown & ConversationsMeet the delegates beyond the stage on Facebook Live.
  4. Late JuneRoyal Court Fun DayA cultural fun day and fish fry with the community.
  5. Emancipation FestivalPageant NightThe crowning of Miss British Virgin Islands.

How to Enter

Take the leap.

The winner receives a four-year educational scholarship valued at $80,000, along with a new vehicle, a custom crown and sceptre, and a year as the Territory’s ambassador.

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility requirements.
  2. Email the committee to request the official application form.
  3. Submit your completed form before the deadline.
  4. Attend orientation and begin your pageant season.

Eligibility

  • 01Aged 18 to 28
  • 02A Virgin Islander or Belonger
  • 03Unmarried
  • 04No children
Request an Application