The Diamond Lounge in Annandale, Virginia, transformed into a beacon of glamour and cultural pride on Sunday, August 23, 2026, for the official Miss Manassas Latino Festival pageant and coronation. The room pulsed with energy as the community gathered to cheer on an exceptional group of candidates competing to represent the festival’s heart and heritage.
With the main festival set to light up Manassas on Saturday, September 26, these newly crowned ambassadors are ready to lead the celebrations.
The 2026 Court of Honor
- Miss Manassas Latino Festival 2026: Abi Fornino
- First Runner-Up: Katherine Ortiz
- Ambassador: Idalia Umaña
- Miss Preteen: Ashley Ruiz
- First Runner-Up: Victoria Funes
- Miss Little: Constanza Ferrufino
- First Runner-Up: Jailine Ferrufino
Evaluating the poise, talent, and stage presence of this year’s contestants was no easy task. The distinguished panel of judges included Gio Barahona, Yoni Azenon, Silvia Radwan, Luis Vásquez González, Anabel Frank Oropeza, and Luisana Alcázar.
The evening closed on a triumphant note, setting the stage for the upcoming festivities in September, where these vibrant queens will officially step into the spotlight.
