Mr. and Miss Apollo
New Orleans 2026
'Once Upon A Time...'
Contestant Information Page
The Mr. and Miss Apollo program is one of the ways the Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans supports both new and established performers/artists in the community. In addition to the titles of Mr. and Miss Apollo New Orleans that are awarded each year, those title holders go on to participate in the Mr. and Miss National Apollo program, which is organized in collaboration with all other Apollo Krewes.
The 2026 Mr. and Miss Apollo New Orleans Contest will occur on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at OZ New Orleans, 800 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Entries are being accepted now. The deadline for entries is August 10, 2025 (or earlier, if contestant capacity is reached, so don't wait... enter now!)
The 2026 Mr. and Miss Apollo New Orleans Contest will occur on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at OZ New Orleans, 800 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Entries are being accepted now. The deadline for entries is August 10, 2025 (or earlier, if contestant capacity is reached, so don't wait... enter now!)
- Competitors will participate in presentation (a costume depicting the theme of "Once Upon A Time..."), evening wear, on-stage question and answer, and talent.
- Entry fee is $100.
- Entries are limited to the first 10 contenders to register (and pay).
- Winners will represent Apollo New Orleans in the Mr. and Miss National Apollo competition in Lafayette in November 2025 (date still to be announced), as well as in a variety of other events in the New Orleans area.
- The prize package includes a custom medallion for Mr. Apollo; a crown for Miss Apollo; custom pins from Dynasty Creations for both winners; sashes; paid entry fees for Mr. and Miss National Apollo competition; $500 cash prize to each winner; and more.
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