Lottie McKnight Named Little Miss National Peanut Festival
The Little Miss Taylor winner secured the title during the 2026 pageant held in Dothan.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Fairs and Festivals
Lottie McKnight, previously known as Little Miss Taylor, was crowned as the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival. She was selected from a field of 49 contestants who competed in the pageant.
Why it matters
The National Peanut Festival is a signature event for Dothan, and this pageant highlights young participants from across the region who compete in the annual festivities.
A total of 49 contestants participated in this year's pageant. The selection process required participants to perform on stage before the final title was awarded.
The players
Lottie McKnight
She is the winner of the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival pageant and previously held the title of Little Miss Taylor.
Emery Reese Offutt
She was recognized as the first runner-up in the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival competition.
Madelyn Gage Silavent
She secured the position of second runner-up in the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival pageant.
Annie Cole Dunn
She earned the title of third runner-up during the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival pageant.
Jayleigh Cox
She was named the fourth runner-up in the 2026 Little Miss National Peanut Festival competition.
The details
The event featured a series of on-stage performances by each contestant before the panel announced the winner and runners-up. Four additional competitors received runner-up honors following the selection of the new titleholder.
Timeline
The Little Miss National Peanut Festival pageant took place in 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The pageant remains a central cultural fixture of the National Peanut Festival, which serves as a major annual showcase for the Dothan community. This event continues the established tradition of honoring local youth representatives through a competitive stage format.
Residents can engage with the festival by attending future public showcases and community events associated with the pageant winners. Ticket availability for festival activities is typically updated through official municipal announcements and community calendars.
The takeaway
Participation in such community pageants offers young individuals an opportunity to represent their region during a major local celebration. Families interested in future years should monitor announcements regarding registration timelines and performance requirements.
Further reading
For more information on local celebrations, visit the Fairs and Festivals section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wiregrass Daily News.
