"Embracing the Bond" Worldwide between Mothers and their Daughters
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Pageant Details
Welcome to your Journey
INTERNATIONAL
Minimum age for Daughter is 10 years of age, at the time of the GRAND FINALS COMPETITION in 2026.
Mothers have no age restrictions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Mother/Daughter relationships may be biological, adoptive, foster or step daughters.
Both Mother and Daughter must be Female, identified at birth.
All minors are the care and responsibility of the Mother during all of the activities and competition.
Mother and Daughter must have a charity or cause they champion.
May live in the USA with dual citizenship, choose to represent their country of culture, or live in the Country of Representation.
(Visa requirements may apply)
You MUST commit to competing at the National Mother Daughter Competition
Day One (Arrival) :
Orientation & Welcome Reception
Day Two :
Rehearsal
Off Property Experience
Rehearsal
PJ Themed Party (State/Country Pride)
Day Three :
Community Involvement Interview
Rehearsal
Mother Daughter USA GRAND FINALS
Queens Reception
PHOTOS
Day Four:
Hugs, Goodbyes and Safe travels home
HOW YOU'LL BE SCORED
50% — MD Team Interview*
20% — MD Team Personal Style + Introduction (Themed)
15% — MD Team Formal Wear
15% — MD Team Beach Wear of Your Choice (Swimsuits are welcome, but never required.)
*Interview questions are 100% focused on your community involvement, with judges also looking at how you communicate and engage as a team.
What does “MD Team” mean?
Simple — Mom and Daughter compete together.
Entry Fee
NO AD PAGE REQUIRED
We are currently finalizing our 2026 Grand Finals venue, dates and event details. Our goal is to keep Mother Daughter USA® affordable without sacrificing the experience.
Payment in full is due 30 days from acceptance.
No refunds or roll overs.
Official State Digital Page Mentions:
Forget expensive program book ads!
$10 — Sponsor Name OR $20 — Sponsor Website Link
Share your contestant page on social media and give your sponsors exposure throughout your journey and for 30 days following Grand Finals.
WHY NON-REFUNDABLE?
Just like a wedding, we make deposits and purchases based on who's attending. We understand that life happens, and extraordinary circumstances may be considered individually.
Before you enter, make sure you are ALL IN...
Entry Fee Includes:
*Some Meals and Special Events
*Official Appearance T-shirt and Hat
*Sash and Crown
*Crown Pin
*Swag Bag with Sponsored Items
**Transfers, Hotel Stay, and Airfare are NOT included.