# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Alabama State Director, Jill Stewart, welcomes you to the Alabama's 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA "How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras" Preliminary Pageant! ???? HOW THE GRINCH STOLE MARDI GRAS! ???? Get ready for a holiday mashup like no other! Join us for the How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant with Alabama Mobile County Heart of the USA! ? ? Date: January 24, 2026 ? Time: 1:00 PM ? Location: Saraland Civic Center in Saraland, Alabama ? Two Fun Competitions ? ✨ Christmas/Grinch-Themed or Mardi Gras Outfit of Choice – Show us your festive creativity! ? Formalwear – Bring your holiday glam to the stage! It’s going to be a whimsical, sparkly, and totally unforgettable event combining the magic of Christmas and the spirit of Mardi Gras! ?? ? Message us today to claim your spot — this Grinchy celebration of Mardi Gras is one you won’t want to miss! #HowTheGrinchStoleMardiGras #HeartOfTheUSA #MobileCountyHeart #PageantFun #MardiGrasMagic #HolidayPageant Ultimate Grand Supreme ($100 Cash Award on Stage) Grand Supreme ($75 Cash Award on Stage) Supreme Beauty ($50 Cash Award on Stage) NO RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS, EVERYONE IS INVITED! ADVANCE TO ALABAMA HEART STATE! ACCEPTING A MAXIMUM OF 10 CONTESTANTS PER AGE DIVISION! SEE BELOW TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW, DON'T WAIT! ONCE AN AGE DIVISION FILLS IT WILL BE MARKED AS CLOSED! Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1 pm (Contestant Check-in, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm) Saraland Civic Center 716 Mae Street Saraland, Alabama 36571 ENTRY: $75 + 20 donations of non-perishable food items for Stillwater Church Food Bank ATTIRE: 1. Mardi Gras or Christmas Grinch Themed Outfit of Choice 2. Formalwear Crowning: 11 Division Titles Miss Photogenic People's Choice (eligible for double crowning) Queen of Hearts (awarded to the contestant who brings the most non-perishable donations for Stillwater Church Food Bank) Contestant Age Divisions (Contestant MUST compete her age, day of pageant (30-day grace period) Baby Miss 0-23 Months, Toddler Miss 2-3 Years, Future Little Miss 4-6 Years, Little Miss 7-9 Years, Junior Miss 10-12 Years, Teen Miss 13-16 Years, Miss 17-21 Years, Ms. 22-39 Years (not married), Mrs. 22-39 Years (married) , Elegant Woman 40-59 Years, Elite Woman 60+ Years Register Online: https://www.cognitoforms.com/HeartOfTheUSA/PreliminaryPageantRegistration WE MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 20 CONTESTANTS TO AWARD THE SUPREME TITLES Submit entry fee payment to one of the following: Venmo- @Jill-Stewart-22 CashApp- $JillianMosley Paypal- jillstewart78@gmail.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/saraland/2026-mobile-county-heart-of-the-usa-presents-how-the-grinch-stole-mardi-gras-preliminary-pageant/200029157493729 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, nonprofit, holiday, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 114 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Saraland - **state**: AL - **country**: United States - **location**: Saraland Civic Center - **lat**: 30.806993236875 - **long**: -88.092819537054 - **full address**: Saraland Civic Center, 701 Myron Ave, Saraland, AL 36571, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/dfee45b1744dcca6fff30c96901dc5d1f9a908b62da60f458cebf8789a042ef3-rimg-w940-h788-dc8c52ff-gmir?v=1769152811 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant being held? - **A:** 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant takes place on Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Saraland Civic Center, 701 Myron Ave, Saraland, AL 36571, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant? - **A:** 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant is organized by Alabama Heart of the USA. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Mobile County Heart of the USA presents How the Grinch Stole Mardi Gras Preliminary Pageant is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Saraland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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