21 year old Alora Wilson of Bakersville was crowned the 2023 NC Rhododendron Queen Saturday night at Bowman Auditorium in Bakersville. 12 year old Reese Brickman of Hampstead was the Jr Queen. This year the festival featured the return of many of the crowned queens from the past.
Queen Division results
2023 NC Rhododendron Queen, Alora Wilson
1st runner up: Eavan Smith
Congeniality award: Gracie Houser
Talent award: Alora Wilson
Interview award: Alora Wilson
Evening Gown: Alora Wilson
Swimsuit award: Eavan Smith
Junior Division results:
2023 NC Junior Rhododendron Queen, Reese Brickman
1st runner up: Cassidy McHone
Congeniality award: Jayda Rocchi
Talent award: Cassidy McHone
Interview award: Reese Brickman
Former Rhododendron Queens from the past 75 years on stage at crowning
