The Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant and the Miss Arkansas for America Strong Pageant will be held from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
Hot Springs has been the home of the Mrs. Arkansas America Organization for over 25 years, according to a news release.
The pageant will feature ladies competing from across the state to vie for the state title. The winner will travel to Las Vegas in August to compete for the national title.
"This is a fun family event and will feature local talent and entertainment," the release said.
Pre-pageant activities will begin from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Friday, June 16, as the contestants have a free public meet, greet, and autographing signing, in the Dillard's Court at Uptown Hot Springs, formerly the Hot Springs Mall.
Dillard's will also host a style show which will feature each contestant. There will be presale tickets and programs available there to purchase, as well, according to the release.
The contestants will sign autographs from 5-6:30 p.m. June 16 at Jose's Mexican Grill & Cantina, 5361 Central Ave.
For more information, call Lynn DeJarnette at 870-692-1689 or visit http://www.mrsarkansas.org. Tickets will also be available the evening of the pageant at the door. Doors will open at 6 p.m.