Colleen Application

 Applications for the 2026 Pageant are now open.
DUE: Saturday, December 27, 2025
Please review eligibility details before applying!
Questions? Email: Holyokecolleens@gmail.com

Eligibility:

  • Between the ages of 17 - 22 as of March 17, 2026

  • Single (i.e. never married, not a mother)

  • Claim Irish Ancestry

  • Completion of a Resume

  • Resident of Holyoke, South Hadley, Easthampton or Southampton, MA

The five finalists for 2026 will be chosen at the Colleen Pageant on Saturday, January 3rd, 2026. The Grand Colleen will be selected on Saturday, February 14th, 2026. The Grand Colleen will receive a tiara and $3,000 to be used as a scholarship or trip to Ireland, gifted from the Parade Committee. The Grand Colleen and her Court are also gifted with their gowns and other gifts donated by the Committee and area businesses.

Contestant Orientation:
Sun. December 28th at 2pm - Mrs. Mitchell's Public House

For pageant event details click here.

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