The Miss Colleen Pageant
The San Diego Miss Colleen Pageant was originated in order to promote a sense of spirit and unity within the Irish community and awareness of its history and culture. Since its inception in 1983, the Miss Colleen Pageant has served as a platform for growth and inspiration among young Irish women as well as an opportunity to unite the Irish community.

Participants submit a brief essay and are interviewed on stage about their backgrounds, interests and career aspirations.

“The Miss Colleen Pageant is a testament to the rich, ethnic diversity of our society and gives a glimpse into the many different cultures around us,” says Delphine Malone, the 2009 Miss Colleen Pageant & Dinner Honorary Chair.“This pageant encourages young Irish women to reach for new heights and to work hard to make their dreams a reality.  
 

   Miss Colleen 2020, Courtney Harr, 
   with event Emcee, Mick Ward; 

   It is our hope that contestants will learn from this experience and use it as a stepping stone to future leadership roles, enabling them to be role models for the growing Irish community.”