Mitzi’s Motor Mavens:Miss Still Runs 2026 Ms. Jax
- Mitzi Valenzuela

The Miss Still Runs Pinup Contest was hosted by Millie Rose Mitchell this year bringing together 14 beautiful contestants from across the United States.
Still Runs Car Show 2026 celebrated its 9th year in Albernarle North Carolina. This was my first year attending the event. Congratulations to our 2026 Miss Still Runs Ms. Jax from Palm Springs CA. 1. This year you took the title of Miss Still Runs 2026. Tell us about your experience at the event.Winning the title of Miss Still Runs 2026 was truly one of the greatest honors of my pinup journey. Traveling to the small town of Albemarle, North Carolina, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but from the moment I arrived, I felt like family. The hospitality, kindness, and genuine support from the community were incredible. Everyone, from the organizers and volunteers to the contestants and spectators made the experience unforgettable.
Still Runs is so much more than a car show. It’s a celebration of classic cars, vintage culture, community, and giving back. Standing on that stage alongside so many inspiring women was an honor, and hearing my name called as Miss Still Runs 2026 is a memory I’ll cherish forever.
2. How is Still Runs different from other car shows you’ve attended?
Still Runs has a heart unlike any other event I’ve attended. While the beautiful cars and vintage atmosphere are incredible, what truly makes it special are the people. The town of Albemarle welcomed every visitor with open arms, and you could feel how much pride and passion the community has for this event.
There’s a genuine sense of family throughout the weekend. Everyone supports one another, celebrates each other’s successes, and comes together to make the event unforgettable. That feeling of connection is what sets Still Runs apart.
3. What do you enjoy the most about entering pinup contests?
The friendships and sense of community are what I treasure most. The crowns are wonderful, but the connections you make along the way are priceless. I love encouraging other contestants, celebrating each other’s accomplishments, and showing women that confidence comes from embracing who you are.
Every contest teaches me something new, helps me grow, and reminds me why I fell in love with the pinup community in the first place. It’s about inspiring others, creating lasting memories, and representing this amazing community with kindness and grace.
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