This iconic event at the Manuel Artime Theater in Little Havana is more than a beauty contest – contestants are also judged on talent, poise and community involvement by a group of business, media and civic organization representatives. The Miss Carnaval Miami winner becomes the goodwill ambassador of Carnaval Miami, Kiwanis Club of Little Havana and Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation. She also wins college scholarship money and paid entry to the Miss Florida USA pageant.