MANDEVILLE, Jamaica — A glamorous evening of celebration and opportunity is on the horizon, as the first ever joint Miss Universe Jamaica (MUJ) Parish Coronation for Clarendon, Manchester, and St. Elizabeth prepares to take the stage at Mandeville’s iconic Golf View Hotel on Saturday, June 28, 2026.
This historic regional event unites three Jamaican parishes for a single milestone celebration, where three standout young women will receive their official parish crowns. Following the coronation, each queen will launch the next phase of their journey: competing for the national title of Miss Universe Jamaica, carrying the pride, aspirations, and representation of their home communities every step of the way.
Today, the joint coronation has cemented its reputation as one of the most highly anticipated regional events on the annual MUJ calendar. Organizers project widespread attendance from across Jamaica, with sponsors, local government and community leaders, and devoted pageant fans all set to gather to honor confidence, female empowerment, and personal achievement.
The event will kick off at 5:00 p.m. with an opening cocktail reception, designed to give guests a refined, relaxed space to connect and network ahead of the formal crowning ceremony that will follow.
Helmed by franchise owner Trilissa Walker, the joint Clarendon-Manchester-St. Elizabeth MUJ franchise has long prioritized more than just pageantry. Under Walker’s leadership, the organization has built itself as a transformative platform focused on fostering personal growth, leadership skills, and long-term empowerment for young women across all three rural Jamaican parishes.
In comments ahead of the 2026 coronation, Walker reflected on the deeper meaning of the upcoming event. “This coronation is a celebration of growth, perseverance, and purpose,” she said. “Watching these young women evolve throughout this journey has been truly inspiring, and we are proud to present them as ambassadors who embody the strength and spirit of their communities.”
Working behind the scenes to bring the event to life, Program Coordinator Yanique Sailsman has played a central role in curating a meaningful, high-quality experience for every contestant, overseeing meticulous planning for every stage of the competition journey to meet rigorous standards.
Sailsman emphasized that the event marks the end of months of hard work, far beyond the physical crowns at stake. “Coronation night represents the culmination of months of dedication and preparation,” she explained. “Beyond the crowns, this experience has been about empowering young women, building confidence, and creating a platform where they can step fully into their potential. We look forward to sharing that moment with our audience.”
Leading the franchise’s marketing strategy, brand development, and visual identity is Aubyn Henry, a seasoned serial entrepreneur and youth mentor whose expertise has elevated the event’s production quality and overall attendee experience. Henry noted that the organizing team has prioritized excellence across every detail of the event.
“We have approached this event with a commitment to excellence at every level,” Henry said. “From the atmosphere and production to the overall guest experience, our goal has been to create something sophisticated, memorable, and worthy of the remarkable women being celebrated.”
As excitement continues to build across all three host parishes, all attention has shifted to Mandeville, where attendees and followers alike are awaiting a night that blends years of preparation, ambitious goals, and life-changing opportunity. For the three competing women, the coronation will mark their first official step into the national Miss Universe Jamaica spotlight.
For those hoping to attend, tickets are offered in three tiers to accommodate all guests: child tickets priced at 3,500 Jamaican dollars, general admission at 6,000 Jamaican dollars, and VIP tickets at 10,000 Jamaican dollars. All tickets can be purchased through the event’s official online ticketing platform.
When the final crowns are placed on the new queens’ heads, three poised, confident leaders will emerge, prepared to represent their home parishes with grace and distinction as they compete for the coveted national Miss Universe Jamaica crown.