# Event Details - **Event Name**: Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm - **Event Description**: ???✨ HISTORIC ANNOUNCEMENT ✨??? The Afro-Caribbean Cultural Center and the Greater Waterbury Puerto Rican Day Parade & Festival are proud to introduce the FIRST EVER titleholders of the Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Pageant System! Please join us in celebrating these phenomenal women who will serve as cultural ambassadors across Connecticut: ? Miriam Cruz — Ms. Puerto Rico CT Señorita (Ages 19–35) ? Kelvia A. Flores — Ms. Puerto Rico CT Señora (Ages 36–49) ? Zeidy Cruz — Ms. Puerto Rico CT Doña (Ages 50+) ?? These trailblazing women represent beauty, culture, leadership, and Puerto Rican pride at every stage of life! ✨ While this inaugural year did not include a full competition due to limited applicants, these women successfully completed the application process and have officially been selected as our 2026 titleholders. This moment marks the beginning of something powerful—and we are just getting started! ? Join us for their official crowning! These queens will be crowned at the Connecticut Black & Latino 30 Under 30 Gala ? Saturday, July 18, 2026 ? Courtyard by Marriott, Waterbury, CT ? Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating youth, culture, and excellence—NOW including a vibrant showcase of Puerto Rican tradition! Our titleholders will take the stage featuring: ✨ Opening Number ? Cultural Costumes ? Evening Wear ? Crowning Moment ?️ Tickets are NOW ON SALE — don’t miss this historic celebration! ? LOOKING AHEAD TO 2027 ? We are excited to announce that recruitment for the next class of contestants will open August–December 2026, leading to a full competitive pageant experience in June 2027 featuring: ✨ Opening Number ?? City/Town National Costume ?️ Beach Wear ? Evening Gown ? Onstage Question ? Titleholders receive incredible benefits including a cash award, cultural travel opportunities, leadership visibility, and the chance to represent Puerto Rican culture across the state! ? If you’ve ever dreamed of representing your culture, your community, and your story—YOUR TIME IS COMING! ? Congratulations again to our 2026 Queens—your reign begins now! #MsPuertoRicoCT #PuertoRicanPride ?? #CulturaYOrgullo #WaterburyCT #LatinaLeadership #AfroCaribbeanCulturalCenter #RepresentationMatters #BoricuaPower ?✨ - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waterbury/ms-puerto-rico-connecticut-coronation-at-the-ct-black-latino-30-under-30-gala/200030125320537 - **Event Categories**: coronation-weekend, festivals, workshops, contests, parades - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 39 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Waterbury - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown - **lat**: 41.552864530956 - **long**: -73.040997235509 - **full address**: Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown, 63 Grand Street,Waterbury, Connecticut, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/d6df1c96a02736fbd5b429bcab65384cbfd4b666b042cac1538259fd533efafd-rimg-w1200-h1543-dceeecec-gmir?v=1784313659 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala being held? - **A:** Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Courtyard by Marriott Waterbury Downtown, 63 Grand Street,Waterbury, Connecticut, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala? - **A:** Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala is organized by Greater Waterbury Puerto Rican Parade and Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Ms. Puerto Rico Connecticut Coronation at the CT Black Latino 30 Under 30 Gala is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Waterbury, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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