Contestants Welcome Reception:
Sun., Aug. 12, 6 p.m. at UMKC.
Founder’s Reception: Tues. Aug. 14, 7 p.m. at the American Jazz Museum.
Brunch & Panel Discussion: Wed., Aug. 15, 10 a.m. at Union Station. This event will feature an “All-Male Hostage Panel, with an All-Female Captive Audience,” taking on tough topics. Tickets $45
Preliminary Miss Black America Pageant Competition: Thurs, Aug. 16, 1 p.m. at the GEM Theater. $35.
Sisterhood Pitch-Off: Fri., Aug. 17, 11 a.m. at Union Station.
VIP Reception: Sat., Aug. 18, 6 p.m., at the American Jazz Museum.
50th Anniversary Miss Black America Pageant: Sat., Aug. 18, 8 p.m. at the Gem Theater.
50th Anniversary Miss Black America Pageant Celebration: Sat., Aug. 18, 11 p.m. at the 18th & Vine Corridor and the American Jazz Museum
If you’re interested in attending any of the Miss Black America events, tickets are available online via the Miss Black America website, www.missblackamerica2017.com. Tickets are on sale for the following events: The 50th Anniversary Miss Black America Pageant (finale) $50; the preliminary competition, $35, and the Miss Black America Brunch, $45.
