The California Mid-State Fair is not until this summer but applications are now being accepted for the Miss California Mid-State Fair Scholarship Pageant.
Here are the requirements to apply:
- must be between 17 and 24 years old on opening day of the fair
- be a current resident of San Luis Obispo County
- never been married
Each contestant will compete in six categories:
- Interview
- Platform
- Talent
- Activewear
- Evening Wear
- Final Question
Each contestant will also establish a community outreach platform that can be implemented at the Fair.
If selected to be the Queen or a Princess, she must be able to attend every day of the Fair, take part in public events such as introducing performers, taking pictures, and meeting with various dignitaries.
Contestants will receive a season pass to the Fair, full activewear outfit, and an assortment of local gifts and swag.
Scholarship prizes will also be awarded. The Queen will receive a $1,000 cash price, the 1st Princess will receive $500, and the 2nd Princess will receive $250 as well as prizes from local businesses.
The pageant is on Tues., Jul. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Frontier Stage. Admission and parking are free.
A no-obligation orientation meeting will be held Wed., Apr. 1 at 6 p.m. in the Skybox at the Paso Robles Events Center.
Applications are due Fri., Apr. 24 by 4 p.m.
For an application click here.