Pageants & Beauty
Miss World Belize Faith Edgar Shines at New York Fashion Week
Miss World Belize, islander Faith Edgar, shone on the international stage at Couture Fashion Week in New York City, modelling designs by world-renowned designer Andres Aquino. The high-profile fashion event took place on September 6 at American Dream, where Edgar confidently graced the runway, proudly representing Belize.
Pageants & Beauty
Herla Ortiz Participates in Queen of the Bay Pageant: Samantha Ramirez Takes the Crown
San Pedro’s Herla Ortiz proudly represented the island at the 80th annual Queen of the Bay Pageant, held on Saturday, August 30, at the Belize City Civic Center. While she did not capture the crown, Ortiz distinguished herself by placing among the top five contestants, earning recognition for her grace and elegance on stage.
Pageants & Beauty
Miss San Pedro 2025–2026: Miley Chi Takes the Crown
Under this year’s oceanic theme, “Beauty and the Sea,” San Pedro crowned its newest beauty ambassador on Saturday, August 30, during the annual Miss San Pedro Pageant. Seventeen-year-old Miley Chi of the San Mateo subdivision captivated the audience. She impressed the judges, earning both the Miss Congeniality title and the coveted Miss San Pedro 2025–2026 crown.
Pageants & Beauty
Miss San Pedro 2025 Contestants Officially Sashed
On Thursday, July 31st, Ramon’s Village Beachfront provided a stunning backdrop for the launch of the Miss San Pedro 2025-2026 journey. The evening marked the highly anticipated sashing ceremony, where five contestants, Miley Chi, Ayana Negue, Karely Sho, Karisha Rubio, and Johanna Mas were officially introduced to the public alongside their sponsors.
Pageants & Beauty
San Pedro’s Herla Ortiz Prepares for the 80th National Queen of the Bay Pageant
Twenty-year-old Herla Ortiz has been crowned Queen of the Bay San Pedro 2025, following a determined journey marked by personal growth, community involvement, and resilience. The coronation, held on June 26th, positions Ortiz to represent San Pedro Town at the national Queen of the Bay Belize pageant scheduled for August 30th.
Pageants & Beauty
San Pedro’s Faith Edgar is Miss World Belize 2025
All eyes were on the Belize Biltmore Plaza Hotel on Saturday night, June 14th, as five exceptional young women vied for the coveted title of Miss World Belize 2025. Among the standouts was San Pedro’s Faith Edgar, who captivated both the audience and the judges to win the prestigious crown.
Pageants & Beauty
Emma Lopez crowned as First-Ever Little Miss San Pedro
The Little Miss San Pedro pageant crowned its first-ever winner on the evening of Saturday, May 31st, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. Organized by the San Pedro Lions Club, this inaugural event featured five young contestants vying for the title. The contestants were eight-year-old Valeria Garcia, sponsored by Caye International Bank; seven-year-old Tracy Muñoz, hosted by Hidden Jewel Boutique Hotel; six-year-old Kaylin Maldonado, hosted by Captain Sharks; nine-year-old Grace Rodriguez, sponsored by Nupalm Island Lounge; and six-year-old Emma Lopez, sponsored by Caribbean Depot. At the end of an exciting show, Emma Lopez emerged as the winner, taking the crown and scepter.
Pageants & Beauty
Faith Edgar to represent San Pedro at 2025 Miss World Belize Pageant
San Pedro’s own Faith Edgar is set to represent Belize nationally as the delegate for Miss World Belize 2025 this June. More than just a beauty queen, Edgar embodies a mission-driven spirit that seeks to redefine the role of pageantry in Belize by blending compassion, education, and community service.
Pageants & Beauty
First-Ever Little Miss San Pedro Pageant to Take Place on May 31
The San Pedro Lions Club is set to make history with the inaugural Little Miss San Pedro pageant, scheduled for Saturday, May 31st. This exciting event will feature five young contestants, aged 6 to 10, who will showcase their charm, talent, and advocacy for global causes supported by Lionism. The contestants are 8-year-old Valeria Garcia, sponsored by Caye International Bank; 7-year-old Tracy Muñoz, sponsored by Hidden Jewel Boutique Hotel;; 6-year-old Kaylin Maldonado, sponsored by Captain Sharks; 9-year-old Grace Rodriguez, sponsored by Nupalm Lounge; and 6-year-old Emma Lopez, sponsored by Caribbean Depot.
Arts & Culture
Gabriela Marin is Reina Del Carnaval 2025!
Carnaval in San Pedro Town is a vibrant and unique celebration held before Lent. Known for its colorful street parties and lively music, a distinctive tradition of Carnaval is painting one another, a hallmark of the festivities. Before the official celebration begins, the Reina del Carnaval Pageant is held to crown a queen who embodies the spirit of Carnaval. This year, the pageant occurred on Thursday, February 27th, starting at 8 PM at the San Pedro Lions Den.
Community and Society
SPHS crowns new Reina and Rey de la Banda
The San Pedro High School (SPHS) held the second edition of its annual Reina de la Banda Pageant on Saturday, February 18th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium. This year, a king was crowned alongside the queen for the first time. The event, a fundraiser for the school’s marching band, featured six contestants competing for the esteemed titles. After a thrilling night, Brier Wade was crowned Reina de la Banda, while Ernesto Bernardez became the first Rey de la Banda.
