Alabama Kid Wins Kevin McCallister Lookalike Contest, Heads to Plaza Hotel for Home Alone Experience

When a 6‑year‑old from Alabama stepped onto the lobby carpet of New York’s Plaza Hotel, he was not just a kid—he was the newest Kevin McCallister in the city.

Winner Announcement

Landon Collins, 6, emerged victorious in the Kevin McCallister look‑alike contest hosted by Qiviuk Boutique at the Plaza Hotel. The 6‑year‑old wore Kevin’s full outfit, complete with coat, khaki pants, backpack and a beanie from Qiviuk’s collection. Collins’ family accompanied him, echoing the real McCallister household.

The Prize

Collins will return to the Plaza after the holiday season for an overnight stay that mirrors the film’s iconic setting. The package includes a limousine ride around New York City, a cheese pizza that he said is the highlight, and a classic 16‑scoop ice‑cream sundae. “Cause you have a cheese pizza,” he said, “and it’s big.” The sundae will be shared with his sister Lily and younger brothers Leo and Lewis, as his mother Olivia Lindsey laughed, “We’ll dish it out on them, too.”

Contest Process

The contest began in late November, in partnership with digital creator New York Mickey. Children 12 and under could submit photos by e‑mail or visit the boutique to try on Kevin’s hat and perform an impersonation. Five finalists were invited to New York on Sunday for the final round at the Plaza. Each finalist received a complimentary Kevin hat and performed a line from the movie.

Collins chose the classic “Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal.” Runner‑up Cole Tomanek delivered “You guys give up or you thirsty for more?” while his sister Kyla dressed as Harry. Anderson Forman of Long Island replicated Kevin’s Talkboy by attaching Magna‑Tiles, Legos and other accessories to an old cassette player.

Family Journey

Collins first learned of the contest when his grandmother Mimi, visiting New York in November, heard about it on the radio. “She texted me and said, ‘Can we enter Landon?’ and I said, ‘Of course!’” Lindsey recalled. The family quickly booked a flight for a two‑night stay, eager to experience the city. “There was never really a doubt that we were just gonna hurry up, get our plane tickets and be gone,” said Collins’ grandmother Misty King.

The family arrived a day before New York’s first winter storm, and Collins remarked, “It’s very, very snowy.” Lindsey added, “We feel very blessed,” calling his win a “Christmas miracle.”

Final Performance

During the finale, finalists were served hot chocolate and serenaded with Christmas carols by Hannah Adams, Benjamin Brooks and Paulina Reyes—students at Marymount Manhattan College. Each contestant performed a line, and the winner’s overnight stay was announced. Collins expressed excitement about setting traps if the Wet Bandits appeared: “Set traps,” he said.

Key Takeaways

• Landon Collins, 6, won the Kevin McCallister look‑alike contest and earned a Home Alone‑style stay at the Plaza Hotel.
• The prize includes a limousine, pizza, ice‑cream sundae, and an overnight stay in a replica of the film’s setting.
• The contest, launched by Qiviuk Boutique and New York Mickey, attracted children 12 and under, with five finalists competing in New York.

The Collins family will return to the Plaza in 2026 for another overnight stay, continuing their Home Alone‑themed adventure.