How can I watch Miss Alabama 2026 pageant? Is there a livestream?

The stage is set in Birmingham as a new Miss Alabama prepares to take the spotlight this weekend. The reigning Miss Alabama 2025, Emma Terry, is ready to pass the crown to her successor, who will celebrate her victory with a traditional runway walk and a bouquet of roses.

Event Schedule and Venue

The finale of the pageant takes place on Saturday, June 6, at Samford University’s Wright Center, located at 872 Montague Drive in Birmingham. The event is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. CT. Contestants have spent the week participating in preliminary competitions, which ran from Wednesday, June 3, through Friday, June 5, alongside various events including interviews, rehearsals, and a golf tournament.

Can You Watch From Home?

If you were hoping to stream the pageant, please note that there is no television broadcast for the Miss Alabama finals. Furthermore, the competition will not be available to watch on Pageants Live or any other digital platform. The Miss America organization will be providing updates via its Facebook page, and the latest news will also be shared on the official Miss Alabama Instagram page throughout the event.

Attending in Person

For fans who want to witness the crowning moment, attending in person at the Wright Center is the only way to view the pageant. Tickets for the final night are priced between $69.58 and $80.13. Doors open at 6 p.m. ahead of the 7 p.m. start time.

Meet the Contestants

A field of 45 talented women, representing locales ranging from Miss Auburn University to Miss West Alabama, are vying for the title. You can learn more about the full list of contestants here.

Evolution of the Competition

The pageant has shifted its focus over the years; notably, the swimsuit portion was removed from the Miss America competition in 2018, with Miss Alabama following suit in 2019. In 2023, the organization introduced a health and fitness segment, where contestants now showcase activewear on stage.

Scholarships and Responsibilities

Beyond the glamour, the event serves as a major platform for academic funding. This year, the pageant is awarding $152,775 in total scholarship money. The titleholder of Miss Alabama will receive a $15,000 scholarship, while the first through fourth runners-up will take home awards ranging from $2,000 to $5,000. Following the pageant, the new Miss Alabama will embark on a year of community engagement, public appearances, and advocacy work.

Road to Miss America

The winner of this weekend's pageant will earn the right to represent the state at the Miss America competition, held from Aug. 28 to Sept. 6 in West Palm Beach, Fla. Alabama boasts a proud history at the national level, having produced four winners: Yolande Betbeze (1950), Heather Whitestone (1994), Deidre Downs (2004), and Abbie Stockard (2025). Read more about Alabama’s legacy at the Miss America pageant here.