{"id":255010,"date":"2025-10-22T07:45:19","date_gmt":"2025-10-22T11:45:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=255010"},"modified":"2025-10-22T07:48:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T11:48:57","slug":"video-antigua-and-barbudas-carnival-queen-arrives-in-st-martin-for-miss-essence-mind-international-swimsuit-pageant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/video-antigua-and-barbudas-carnival-queen-arrives-in-st-martin-for-miss-essence-mind-international-swimsuit-pageant\/","title":{"rendered":"VIDEO: Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s Carnival Queen Arrives in St Martin for Miss Essence & Mind International Swimsuit Pageant"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s reigning Queen of Carnival, Kia Kirwan<\/strong>, has arrived in St Martin<\/strong> to represent the twin-island nation at the Miss Essence & Mind International Swimsuit Pageant 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>

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The regional competition, set for October 25th<\/strong> at the Aleeze Convention Center<\/strong>, will see contestants from across the Caribbean showcase their beauty, confidence, and island pride. The show begins at 8 p.m. sharp<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kirwan, who was crowned Ms Antigua and Barbuda Queen of Carnival 2025<\/strong> earlier this year, said she is honoured to carry her country\u2019s flag on the international stage. \u201cI\u2019m excited to represent Antigua and Barbuda with grace and gratitude and to share our vibrant culture with the region,\u201d she said ahead of the event.<\/p>

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Organisers describe the pageant as a celebration of empowerment, promoting confidence and positive self-expression through fashion and performance.<\/p>

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Tickets are now available for purchase \u2014 $25 in advance<\/strong> and $35 regular<\/strong>, with higher prices at the door. They can be bought at Print & Sign Express<\/strong>, Kreative Juices<\/strong>, Van Dorp<\/strong>, and SXM Promotionz Party Rentals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fans back home have taken to social media to cheer on Kirwan, sending messages of pride and support as she prepares to compete alongside regional queens.<\/p>

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The Miss Essence & Mind International Swimsuit Pageant 2025<\/strong> is one of St Martin\u2019s premier cultural showcases, promising an unforgettable night of Caribbean elegance and celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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