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Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival


The Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival Contest is a competitive fundraiser benefitting Crape Myrtle Festival (CMF).

The CMF team has nominated 8 fabulous members of the communtiy who have been great supporters of CMF this year to compete for the title of Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival.

YOUR VOTES will determine the winner! Voting will close at 9pm Saturday July 30---the winner will be annouced that night at our GRAND GALA!

Be a part of history, make a difference in your community, and cast your vote in the Inaugural Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival Contest!

Each vote is $5 and you can increase the number of votes purchased to increase the amount donated to support your favorite contestant!

Vote early and often for your favorite contestant!
You can vote anytime between now and 9pm Saturday July 30, from your computer, tablet, or phone! Buy 20 votes ($100) and receive a special shout out on CMF social media!

Become a sponsor!
If you or your business would like to sponsor the Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival Contest or a contestant, reach out to info@crapemyrtlefest.org.

Business sponsors of $1,000 or more will be promoted on social media, the Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival Contest website, and will receive 4 tickets to the Grand Gala!

Be a social ambassador!
Help spread the word about the Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival Contest and your favorite contestants through social media, email, word of mouth, and check this website often!

Purchase tickets to CMF's Grand Gala to see the live annoucement and coronation of the FIRST Mx. Crape Myrtle Festival!
The Grand Gala will be held on Saturday July 30th from 7pm-10pm at Whitaker and Atlantic Event Space near downtown Raleigh. It's an 80's themed Gala, complete with a live 80's cover band, 80's themed drag performances and more! A night you won't want to miss.


Earlier Event: July 16
Drag Brunch - Raleigh
Later Event: July 29
Grand Gala