Miss Subways 2026 crowns its new queen — inside the quirky New York pageant’s history and its big resurgence
The Miss Subways pageant has crowned Abby Fantastic as its new queen, celebrating New York's iconic subway system. The event, held at Coney Island USA, featured a variety of performers showcasing their talents. This year's competition saw an increase in participants, reflecting the pageant's growing popularity since its revival in 2017.
- ▪Abby Fantastic, a 40-year-old burlesque performer, won the title at the annual Miss Subways pageant.
- ▪The event honors New York's public transit system and the millions of daily subway riders.
- ▪The competition featured seven contestants, including burlesque performers, comedians, and vocalists.
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Lifestyle exclusive Miss Subways 2026 crowns its new queen — inside the quirky New York pageant’s history and its big resurgence By Allison Lax Published June 6, 2026, 1:04 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Stand clear of the closing doors, please — the Miss Subways pageant has just crowned a new queen of the rails. Abby Fantastic, a 40-year-old burlesque performer/native New Yorker based in East Flatbush, sashayed to victory Friday night when she represented the “A line” at NYC’s annual, fun-filled palooza, held at Coney Island USA’s Sideshows by the Seashore Theater. The event honors the city’s oft-frustrating, always iconic public transit system, along with the 4 million-plus New Yorkers who use the MTA’s subway every day.
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