FAQ

FAQ’s

What are the requirements for entering the pageant?

If you are a natural born female, single (never married), never given birth to or have adopted a child, a United States citizen, a resident of the City of Lancaster, and you are at least 4 and not more than 19 as of May 1st you are eligible to apply to become a contestant.

 What titles does Lancaster Pageants offer?

Royal Titles include: Miss Lancaster, Teen Miss Lancaster, Junior Miss Lancaster, Young Miss Lancaster, Little Miss Lancaster, Tiny Miss Lancaster. Additional awards include: Photogenic, Enterprise, Friendship, Peoples Choice.

Do I need to have pageant experience to compete in the Lancaster Pageant?

On the contrary! Quite often our competitors are the “girls next door” with little or no pageant experience. Almost on an annual basis we have young women winning who have never competed with us before.

Is photography included in my registration fees?

No, photography is additional and is mandatory to keep pricing fair. Lancaster Pageants contracts out through various local photographers to find the best deal on videography and still photography to bring you an outstanding package including professional pre-pageant portraits, pageant stills and a pageant video, always priced under $75.00. That’s our promise to you.

Do I have to win a preliminary pageant to compete?

No, you do not need to win a preliminary title or have previous pageant experience to participate.

Is there a talent portion of the competition?

Yes, for our Tiny Miss Division there is a performing talent competition. For all other divisions there are three scored categories including: Interview, Speech & Evening Gown/Impromptu Question.

Are there pre-pageant points?

Yes, Lancaster Pageants has pre-pageant that total 200

Am I too old or young to win the pageant?

Never at any time are the judges directed to consider age when choosing a winner. Age is only a factor in determining which division you will compete.

Are there any height or weight requirements to enter the pageant?

Absolutely not! Whether you’re 3 feet tall or 7 feet tall, it doesn’t matter. There is usually a wide range of body styles and types in our contestants each year. We are looking for outgoing, intelligent and confident young women who are excited to represent the community.

What are you looking for in your winner?

We are looking for an outstanding person that will represent the Lancaster community here in Lancaster, as well as at the Antelope Valley Pageants for their Division.

Is there an entry fee and if so, how much is it?

There is an entry fee of $75 and a total sponsorship fee is $250 for all titles which covers your participation, location, and awards and prizes on pageant weekend. It also covers the marketing and production of the event. If accepted, you will receive paperwork packed with ideas and suggestions to help secure sponsorship.

What are the prizes and scholarship monies should I win?

Scholarship and prize money, as well as other prizes and awards, differ from year to year according to sponsors that are participating in this year’s event. The minimum award received will be your entry fees to compete for an Antelope Valley Title and a Tiara and Sash.

 Are there additional fundraisers I have to compete to compete?

Yes, Fundraising varies from year to year based on need. Normal fundraisers include: Opportunity Drawing, Applebee's Breakfast, Program Ad Sales, Pageant Tickets.

Can I run in Lancaster Pageants if I have run in another community and lost in the same year?

No, you may not. Example: Jane Smith ran in Agua Dulce’s pageant for the 2019 year, she lost. Jane can not run in Lancaster for 2019. She has to wait and run in 2020. 

How many contestants compete in the pageant?

The number of contestants varies from year to year. Some years there may be more younger contestants than older contestants and other years, that number is reversed.

What are my responsibilities should I win and how much time is involved for me and my family?

The time involved as a titleholder varies depending on your title, availability, and desire to participate in appearances and community events. Our titleholders serve as ambassadors for Lancaster Pageants and the community through volunteer service, leadership opportunities, public appearances, and community engagement.

We make every effort to work around faith, family, school, work, and extracurricular commitments, as we believe those responsibilities should remain a priority. Scheduling is handled on a case-by-case basis and requires communication and coordination between the titleholder, family, and pageant committee.

Appearances are generally local and may include community events, parades, speaking engagements, volunteer activities, style shows, fundraisers, and other special events. While transportation is not provided, we strive to make participation a positive and rewarding experience for both titleholders and their families.

Titleholders are also required to compete for an Antelope Valley title during their reign, as Lancaster Pageants is a preliminary program within the Antelope Valley system. This opportunity allows titleholders to continue developing leadership skills, community involvement, interview experience, and personal growth while representing Lancaster and their community on a larger stage.

Being selected as a titleholder is both an honor and a responsibility. We encourage our titleholders to represent Lancaster Pageants with professionalism, leadership, kindness, and a commitment to serving their community.

 Is there a dress code once crowned?

Yes, we require business casual or coordinated attire; please always refer to the director or other pageant committee members for support on this topic. No stomach, excessive skin or bodycon allowed. 

What if I have a tattoo or body piercing?

Tattoos and piercing are a statement of your individuality and to this point we have not prohibited anyone from entering the pageant because of them. Judges are not told to look upon someone negatively because of tattoos or piercing, however judging is a subjective process done by each individual differently.

Should you feel that your tattoo might be a distraction, you may want to make sure it is covered by your gown or even body makeup. If you are uncomfortable with your piercing, you may want to make sure your wardrobe covers it.  You can opt to replace it with something smaller and less noticeable or you can remove it totally for pageant weekend.