Competition

[NEW YORK, NY] September 15, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, joined leaders in film, television, and digital media at the 2025 Made in NY Awards, a celebration of New York City’s creative community.

[NEW YORK, NY] September 14, 2025 — Cassie attended the Batsheva Spring 2026 fashion presentation in New York City, experiencing the designer’s latest collection up close. The showcase featured Batsheva’s signature mix of vintage-inspired silhouettes, modern details, and vibrant textures, captivating attendees with its imaginative approach to contemporary fashion.

[NEW YORK, NY] September 12, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, and Miss America’s Teen 2026, Tess Ferm, enjoyed front-row seats at the Sherri Hill runway show during New York Fashion Week, where bold colors, sparkling designs, and show-stopping silhouettes lit up the runway.

[NEW YORK, NY] September 12, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, and Miss America’s Teen 2026, Tess Ferm, enjoyed a breathtaking VIP tour of Summit One Vanderbilt in New York City during golden hour, taking in sweeping views of the skyline as the sun set over Midtown Manhattan’s tallest skyscraper.
[NEW YORK, NY] September 12, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, and Miss America’s Teen 2026, Tess Ferm, enjoyed a breathtaking VIP tour of Summit One Vanderbilt in New York City during golden hour, taking in sweeping views of the skyline as the sun set over Midtown Manhattan’s tallest skyscraper.

[NEW YORK, NY] September 12, 2025 — Cassie made a glamorous appearance at New York Fashion Week, taking a coveted front-row seat at the Michael Kors runway show. The designer unveiled a stunning new collection, blending bold creativity, elegance, and innovation.

[NEW YORK, NY] September 11, 2025 — Miss America 2026, Cassie Donegan, served as a reader at the annual Calling of the Names Ceremony at Saint Paul’s Chapel in Lower Manhattan, a solemn event honoring those who contributed to the 9/11 Rescue and Recovery Effort.