Thank you for your interest in the Cherry Blossom Princess Program.
We invite you to fill out the form below for consideration.
2026 Cherry Blossom Program
April 5-11, 2026
Apply to be Missouri’s Delegate
Click HERE to learn more about the Cherry Blossom Princess Program, Established in 1948
2021 United States Cherry Blossom Queen and Missouri Princess Delegate Hannah Schwartz
Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be selected:
Must meet these State/Territory Requirements: born in Missouri, lived in Missouri, went to school in Missouri, or your parents are from Missouri.
21 - 26 at the time of the program. Candidates older than 26 may request a waiver from the Society. The minimum age requirement of 21 years old will not be waived – no exceptions.
Must be single, never been married and have no children.
Must be a high school graduate.
Must never have performed any act or engaged in any activity or employment that is or could reasonably be characterized as immoral or indecent.
Must not use or consume any illegal controlled dangerous substances or abuse the use of alcohol or other dangerous substances.
Must never have been convicted of any crime and does not have any criminal charges pending.
Must be in good health and fitness to be able to participate fully in any program activities.
Must be able to attend the entire week of programming. Missing more than 2 days of the program disqualifies the individual from the spinning of the wheel for the US Cherry Blossom Queen.
By applying to the Cherry Blossom Princess Program, you acknowledge the following:
The National Conference of State Societies (NCSS) assists with lodging arrangements but does not cover lodging costs
NCSS is not responsible for meals outside the programming for the week (i.e. breakfasts or dinners)
You are responsible for your transportation to and from Washington, DC. Buses are provided only for official program events
If selected as Queen, you are responsible for returning to DC for your departure and returning the following year for the program.
I understand that the Cherry Blossom Program and NCSS is not responsible for my health and welfare while I am participating in the Festival and its associated activities.