The 2027 Mr. & Miss Southern Charm Pageant takes place on Sunday, March 21, 2027.

Doors open at 4:00 PM and the pageant begins at 6:00 PM.

The pageant will be held at Play Dance Bar, located at 1519 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203.

General Admission tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door.

Purchase your $25 advance ticket online through Zeffy. Advance sales close March 20, 2027 at 11:59 PM Central Time. General Admission e-tickets are issued electronically following purchase and can be presented on a phone or printed for entry.

Yes! You can support Today's Hope through financial contributions, community partnerships, or in-kind support.

You can make a donation online or visit the Sponsorship Opportunities section for community partnership and in-kind support information.

First, register and pay the $150 contestant entry fee through Zeffy. The official fillable contestant packet is emailed after payment. Download and complete the packet, then email your completed application to michelle.johnson@todayshope.org by February 13, 2027.

Payment alone does not complete your contestant application. See the Become a Contestant section for additional information.

The contestant entry fee is $150.

The $150 fee is paid online through Zeffy before the contestant packet is emailed. Contestants must then complete and submit the application by February 13, 2027.

The contestant application deadline is February 13, 2027.

Space is limited. Each division may close once all contestant spots are filled.

The official fillable contestant packet includes the application, competition requirements and pageant rules. Register and pay the $150 fee through Zeffy first; the packet is then attached to your confirmation email.

Complete the PDF and email it to michelle.johnson@todayshope.org by February 13, 2027. For packet questions, contact pageant coordinator Michelle Johnson.

The pageant offers two divisions: Mr. Southern Charm and Miss Southern Charm.

Contestants select the division that aligns with their stage persona, according to the application packet's division guidelines.

Review the official packet for eligibility and division requirements.

The current plan allows eight contestants per division, for a total of 16 contestants.

Registration is limited, so interested contestants should review the application requirements early.

The pageant features three competition categories: White Presentation, Talent Performance, and Evening Gown & Formal Wear (including Questions & Answers).

Refer to the contestant packet for judging criteria and the requirements for each round.

Contestants are expected to create a white-themed presentation reflecting their creativity and individuality.

The packet specifies a three-minute time limit. Contestants introduce themselves, their contestant number, theme, and the meaning of their look.

No separate prop setup time is provided for this presentation.

The contestant packet allows up to five minutes for the talent performance.

Contestants are also allotted two minutes for prop setup and two minutes for teardown.

Exceeding time limits may result in point deductions.

Contestants may designate one dresser or helper under the packet's guidelines.

Dancers may also participate during talent performances.

All dancers and backstage helpers must pay admission. Only the contestant receives complimentary venue entry.

Contestants must bring performance music on a USB flash drive, labeled with their name and song title.

For stage safety, glitter, confetti, fire, and water are prohibited.

Refer to the official contestant packet for the complete performance and conduct guidelines.

Businesses, organizations, and community partners interested in supporting the pageant should contact Michelle Johnson at Today's Hope.

Michelle can provide information about available sponsorship opportunities and next steps.

Today's Hope is exploring several types of event support, including corporate sponsorships, community partnerships, and in-kind contributions.

In-kind contributions may include goods, services, or resources that support the event.

Specific sponsorship arrangements and benefits must be confirmed with the organizing team.

The organizers are exploring opportunities for community organizations to participate through education, outreach, and resource sharing.

Outreach tables are not yet confirmed as an event offering. Interested organizations should contact Michelle Johnson to discuss potential opportunities.